In a message dated 96-10-11 12:06:52 EDT, you write: >s it my paranoia or has there been an increase in scenes (on television) >where cigars are prominent props? Including at least on scene where a >woman joins in the festivities? I suspect we will be increasingly subjected to cigar smoking in film---it is currently the latest (American) trend and it is picking up speed quickly. One aspect of this is that cigar smoking for women is becoming very fashionable (you've come a long way, baby). Everyone grab some fresh air and try to hold it! Mike ---- To signoff SCREEN-L, e-mail [log in to unmask] and put SIGNOFF SCREEN-L in the message. Problems? Contact [log in to unmask]