Palm Springs Life Magazine January 2004

ON THE COVER — Cher photographed by Michael Lavine.

FEATURES:

Bigger, Better, Bravura!
In its 15th year, Palm Springs International Film Festival has become the most important pre-Oscar stop for foreign-language films.

I’m Too Old To Retire
On the eve of Richard Zanuck’s Life Achievement Award, his latest film, Big Fish, enthuses critics and film buffs.

Setting the Scenes
When filmmakers set their sights on Palm Springs Valley, it’s often Sylvia Schmitt’s cue to find the perfect location.

Inner Peace
Once considered the realm of hippies, mystics, and spiritual scholars, yoga has found its way into mainstream desert culture.

It Could Happen to You!
When bad things happen in your name, it could be identity theft.

Living on the Green
Country club communities capture the unique lifestyle so many golfers (and non-golfers) covet.

SPECIAL SECTIONS:

AT HOME
Contemporary design captures the forward-thinking desert attitude.

PATH OF THE BIGHORN
Bighorn Institute’s valley-wide public art project raises awareness and money to help save the bighorn sheep.

DINING GUIDE
Artful martinis and tempting appetizers. Plus: Great restaurants.