27 May 1977
Desperate Living
After killing her husband, Peggy Gravel and her murderous maid Grizelda wind up in the crazy town of Mortville, where Queen Carlotta presides over a sleazy collection of misfits.
Higher Learning
Question the knowledge.
African-American student Malik is on a track scholarship; academics are not his strong suit, and he goes in thinking that his athletic abilities will earn him a free ride through college. Fudge, a "professional student" who has been at Columbus for six years so far, becomes friendly with Malik and challenges his views about race and politics in America.
Top Billed Cast
Omar Epps Malik Williams
Kristy Swanson Kristen Connor
Michael Rapaport Remy
Jennifer Connelly Taryn
Ice Cube Fudge
Jason Wiles Wayne
Tyra Banks Deja
Cole Hauser Scott Moss
Laurence Fishburne Professor Maurice Phipps
Regina King Monet
Busta Rhymes Dreads
Bridgette Wilson-Sampras Nicole
Vitamin C Festival Singer
Kari Wührer Claudia
Adam Goldberg David Isaacs
Jay R. Ferguson Billy
Morris Chestnut Track Anchor
Shawn Michael Perry Native American Student (uncredited)
Trevor St. John James
Talbert Morton Erik
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