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NOVEL IDEAS
A weekly book column dedicated to one students reflection on recent reads.
The book then skips forward ten years to when Katherine has newly arrived in England to marry Arthur who is the Prince of Wales and the older brother to Henry VIII. It is here that the storys foundation is set: did Arthur and Katherine consummate their marriage? Gregorys version of the story says that they even fell madly in love. Tragically, Arthur falls ill and makes Katherine promise that she will lie about their love, marry Henry and be queen. The rest of the book follows Katherine as she eventually fulfills her promise. I generally enjoy historical fiction and new approaches to old stories. I cannot attest to the historical accuracy of this particular story, and Gregory comments in the authors note that it is a point of historical contention whether or not Katherine and Arthurs marriage was ever BY SARA MILLER
Staff Writer

The Pioneer Log, February 18, 2011

Ever since I took the bold developmental leap from looking only at pictures to actually reading words, one simple question has plagued me time and time again: what should I read next? I now take another step and move from not just asking what to read but telling you all about what I have read. My most recent choice was The Constant Princess by Philippa Gregory, author of The Other Boleyn Girl. The Constant Princess tells the story of Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. It begins in the midst of a fierce battle, with young Katherine looking up at her mother Queen Isabel of Castile and Len about to ride out and battle the atn n tacking moors. Katherine is left alone in the burning army camp with a hysterical nurse and the reassuring words, The army comes first, from Queen Isabel. The neglected fiveyear-old Princess grits her teeth and stoically vows to be as brave as her mother when she is queen.

consummated. Historical accuracy aside, the ill-fated romance of these two young royals was well told, if a little corny. Unfortunately, with every page I grew to dislike Katherine more and more. She came across as self centered and entitled. It never got to the point where I wanted to stop reading, but on several occasions I rolled my eyes and told my roommate just what I thought of Katherine. While this may not have been my favorite book, it was definitely enjoyable and not altogether a waste. I would recommend it for such mundane times as airplane rides, doctors visits and bathroom breaks. Its not worth skipping class or staying up late to read, but it will help you enjoyably pass time.

Portland hosts diverse films for 32nd year

BY CHRIS GRAHAM
Staff Writer

Kelsey Morris wows audience with lovable folk tunes at Hawthorne Theatre
BY LIBBY HOWARD
Staff Writer

The night gained electricity right around 7 p.m. as a long line of people began filing into The Hawthorne Theatre. The mixed breed of the crowd could

the stage. All three of the musicians sat in front of microphones on barstools, with Morris smiling in the center. An extraordinary sound was created by Morriss melodic voice com-

Id be sweet, Id bring your coffee in the morning, even when youre boring and kept me up with your snoring.
have easily confused any outsider looking in on the show: the left three-quarters of the room was inhabited by a classic group of Lewis & Clark studentsthree women to every sensitive, well-dressed man while the right quarter contained

beat song Honey Wont You Please. Honest and selfless lyrics, Id be sweet, Id bring your coffee in the morning, even when youre boring and kept me up with your snoring, kicked me to the floor, Id just rise to my feet, let every listener easily see themselves as the only face in the crowd that [Morris] would want to pick on out. The room was full of the beautiful rustic sound and genuine enthusiasm of the crowd. The impulsive nodding heads and twitching feet showed the interest and excitement of the room. When Morris busted out her last song, Corduroy, the vocal feedback of her admirers was impossible to ignore. Honestly, this

The 34th Annual Portland International Film Festival is in full swing. Running until Feb. 27, this years selection includes Oscar submissions from around the world and award winners from previous festivals such as Sundance, Tribeca Film Festival, and Cannes Film Festival. The selection this year is huge; 71 films and 19 documentaries from 42 different countries add up to an impressive event. This year, Grindhouse Film Festival founder Dan Halsted has put together a small group of films under the title PIFF After Dark, two of which are previewed below. Rubber seems like one of those movies that might have been proposed as a joke. A psychopathic tire with the ability to telepathically blow up its victims heads shows up outside a small town in California, and the police are trying to stop it. The film could easily be seen as a comedy, a horror story or a tale of revenge. Lines such as What color is the tire? and Come on baby, blow my head up! make this film incredibly interesting. Feb. 18, 11:30 p.m. Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Boulevard. Outrage Outrage is the latest work by renowned Japanese actor and director Takeshi Kitano. Outrage is a stark and violent yakuza movie that follows a mid-level boss as he deals with the politics of the criminal underworld. The Japanese trailers show an intense thriller and the presence of Takeshi Kitano holds great promise. Feb. 19, 11:30 p.m. Hollywood Theater 4122 NE Sandy Boulevard. Circo Circo is an award-winning Mexican documentary that follows a small family-run circus. The ringmaster has ambitions to expand the business while his father seems to only care about money and his wife wants him to leave his parents and get a better job. The documentary reveals a way of life as it slowly appears to be dying. The familys dreams and struggles, set against a background that can only be described as bleak, make a powerful piece. Feb. 19, 5:45 p.m. 2/24, 3:30 p.m. Regal Broadway Cinemas, 1000 SW Broadway. Illegal Illegal is a Belgian film about the impact of illegal immigration and deportation on families. Tania and her son are stopped in a police check and she is taken into custody. Her only goal is to be with her son, who is still free. The film follows her journey through the bureaucracy of deportation and her attempts to get out of the system.Tanias touching desire to care for her son emphasizes the human side of the immigration issues present in Illegal. Feb. 18, 6:45 p.m. Feb. 19, 7:15 p.m. Regal Broadway Cinemas. Feb. 22, 9 p.m. Cinemagic, 2021 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Rubber

Honestly, this is just a conglomerate of all of my favorite people here tonight.

Kelsey Morris (12) plays at the Hawthorne Theatre Wednesday.
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY ELANA WEBB

a tough-looking gaggle of punk high school kids. But when Kelsey Morris (12) and company took the stage, the energy of the room was in sync as blue and green lights flooded

Exploration & Discovery to screen classic film

David Leans film adaptation of E.M. Forsters A Passage to India provides a look into the cultural divide.
BY ALIX FINNEGAN
Staff Writer

bined with harmonies by Anna Spackman (12) and Michael Weisberg. The overlapping strums of Morris and Spackmans guitars produced a lovable folk vibe. Morris kicked off the show with the up-

is just a conglomerate of all of my favorite people here tonight, Morris said after the show. Although Morris performed first, it was her effortless charm and sincerity that stole the audiences hearts and set the bar high for the rest of the night.

Visiting Assistant Professor Michael Mirabile will be showing the film A Passage to India Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. in Miller 104. A Passage to India is the 1984 adaptation of E.M. Forsters novel of the same title, brought to life by one of Britains most influential filmmakers, David Lean. Set in 1920s British colonial India, Passage is the story of two British tourists who visit India, experiencing racism and intolerance firsthand. Looking to experience the real India and overcome the cultural divide, the two ladies visit the Marabar Caves, guided by an Indian doctor. Disaster strikes, however, when one of the tourists accuses the doctor of molesting her. Through the accusation, trial and aftermath, the film provides a striking drama, as well as a commentary on the insurmountable abyss between the British and the Indian people and the gaping cultural mistrust between authorita-

tive colonial rulers and indigenous people. More subtle themes of interracial friendship and strained colonial relationships are also explored. In the true form of Director Lean, A Passage to India is visually stunning. Images of bustling cities, crowded streets and the poorly-dressed Indian lower class are juxtaposed with clips of well-dressed British couples dancing in pristine, airy country clubs and drinking tea brought to them by Indian servants. Though slow in setting up the plot, the movie offers several dramatic moments, accompanied by an appropriately dramatic score. The colorful costumes are visually enchanting and the elaborate settings and excellent cinematography serve to enhance, rather than overshadow, the human drama. In 1984, the film earned a total of 11 Academy Award nominations, and won two Oscars (Best Actress in a Supporting Role and Music). In addition, A Passage to India took home the 1984 Golden Globe for Best Foreign

Film. Mirabiles E&D section, Imagining Empires, is currently reading Forsters original 1924 novel for class, and Mirabile hopes watching the film adaptation will help expand students understanding of the novels themes. The section Imagining Empires examines the connection between imperial expansion and the resulting formation of cultures and identities. A Passage to India provides the perfect scenario to delve into a discussion of cross-cultural influences, both in the movie as well as in our modern world. Though the film holds a great deal of significance for members of the Imagining Empires class, Mirabile extends the invitation to watch A Passage to India to all of the Lewis & Clark community. I definitely think that students outside of my section will enjoy the film, said Mirabile. A post-viewing discussion of the film for outside students is also possible for those interested. Feb. 23, from 7-9 p.m., Miller 104