Archive for Monday, May 12, 2008

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First chances, last chances and what not to miss today

First chances, last chances and what not to miss today

FILM

Fargo (1996) This Ethan and Joel Coen film was nominated for seven Oscars, including best picture. It won for its screenplay and Frances McDormand’s performance as policewoman Marge Gunderson. William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi also star. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Samuel Goldwyn Theater, 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. 7 p.m. $3 to $5. (310) 247-3600.

American Graffiti (1973) Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Cindy Williams, Charles Martin Smith, Paul Le Mat, Mackenzie Phillips, Wolfman Jack, and future stars Harrison Ford and Suzanne Somers re-create teen life in early 1960s California. AFI at ArcLight Sherman Oaks 15301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. 7:30 p.m. $9 to $11.50. (323) 464-1478.

JAZZ

Tierney Sutton & the Chris Walden Big Band The two-time Grammy-nominated jazz singer Sutton is with Walden’s big band this time. Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Ave., Culver City. 8 and 9:30 p.m. $15-$30. (310) 271-9039.

Med Flory’s SuperSax Jazz Wave Big Band Flory’s SuperSax is a five sax nonet that was originally dedicated to performing the harmonized solos of Charlie Parker. The band is expanded to 15 pieces for this night. Charlie O’s, 13725 Victory Blvd., Van Nuys. 8 p.m. $20. (818) 994-3058.

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