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Hip-hop heroes join for Haiti

By Michael W. Richardson · Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010

And so it was on this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day that some of D.C.’s popular and transcendent rap and hip-hop acts took the stage at the 9:30 club to raise money for the people of Haiti, who are still searching for the dead after a massive 7.0 earthquake outside the capital of Port-au-Prince.

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‘Jetpacks’ take off this season

Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010

If you watch TV or play video games, you’ve probably heard Cage the Elephant’s catchy, blues-tinted single “Ain’t No Rest for the Wicked.”

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Get ‘Lost’ in 2010’s old, new TV favorites

By Caitlin E Moore | January 13

Tired of feeling half frozen and looking for indoor amusement? Let the Scene be your guide to TV in 2010. An hour-long recap and two-hour premiere will kick off the last season of the plot-twisting, viewer-gripping drama “Lost.” Television audiences can also expect an extra long first episode from “24.”

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New year brings new music to District venues

January 13

While some musicians focus on both their music and personal appearance, alt-rock band “We Are Scientists” balance their serious music with hilarious personalities. Upon visiting their homepage, one will see advertising for “equestrine upholstery,” or simply, horse blankets. It’s such a contrast that you wonder what the hell these guys are all about.

RETURN OF THE KING — If you’ve got the time to visit the District’s museums and galleries, you can stumble across some great exhibits, such as the National Portrait Gallery’s “One Life: Echoes of Elvis,” a collection that follows the life and fame of Elvis Presley. Galleries such as the Hamiltonian Gallery on U Street offer deeper works, such as the images of store mannequins in Africa taken by Washington, D.C. photographer Frank Hallam Day.
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Elvis graces National Portrait Gallery

By Olivia Stitilis | January 13

Second semester has arrived, and with it the winter chill we love to complain about so much. Gone is the hope of a rare 60-degree fall day and here to stay are winter coats, rosy cheeks and never-ending comments about the cold weather as we wait for the shuttle to appear.

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Past film heroes save 2010

By Michael W. Richardson | January 13

We here at the Eagle are optimists. Sure, we have a cynical streak, but every year we’re just hoping that it’s going to be the best year ever — at least for the entertainment that will keep us distracted enough from our own lives. So in that spirit, here are a few of the films we’re most looking forward to losing ourselves in over the new year.

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Broken Lizard 'slam' comedy

By Haely Jardas | January 4

Ever since the 2001 cult classic smash "Super Troopers," comedy troupe Broken Lizard has made a name for themselves as a group serious about shenanigans. The group - consisting of members Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske - saw its fame and fan base grow ...

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'Rooney' take on 'wild' changes with new album, tour

By Maggie Hollander | December 22

There are several ways in which you may have heard about Rooney, and they are not proud of many of them. Perhaps you were watching “The O.C.” one night and heard their song playing in the background. Maybe you saw them open for Kelly Clarkson or the Jonas Brothers. Or you could have even been so ...

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Day-Lewis can't save 'Nine' script

By Charlie Szold | December 22

"Nine" Grade: B- Ask yourself one simple question: are you attracted to Penelope Cruz? If your answer is yes, you should consider seeing “Nine” — she is very attractive and minimally dressed throughout. Unfortunately, there is not much else to like about this movie. Directed by Rob Marshall, ...

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"Book of Beer Pong" hits cup with etiquette, history

By Hilary Leister | December 10

"Beer pong is NOT a game, beer pong is a sport!" authors Ben Applebaum and Dan DiSorbo write in their new instructive manual, "The Book of Beer Pong." They write that, "In the beginning there was beer, and the beer was with pong, and the beer was pong, and it was good." The book discusses cup sizes, ...

ZAC ATTACK — Though the film’s release was put on hold for several months, “Me and Orson Welles” is finally hitting D.C. theaters Dec. 11.
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Efron grows with 'Orson Welles'

By Caitlin E Moore | December 2

Zac Efron, Claire Danes and director Richard Linklater talk to the Eagle about the upcoming film, “Me and Orson Welles.” The film’s storyline is based on the book by Robert Kaplow and follows young actor Richard Samuels as he interacts with the acclaimed director during his introduction to life in theater.

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Nothing old about ‘Young Victoria’

December 2

It seems as though when each new year rolls around in the world of filmmaking, there is a flurry to make the perfect period piece. While “The Young Victoria” is not perfect, it is certainly one of the best to come out this year.

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Film highlights culture clash

By Christopher Cottrell | December 2

A film by Jennifer Taylor illuminates a “clash of civilizations” between Islam and the West in post-9/11 America and provides a unique look into the life of the young Puerto Rican-American rapper, whose conversion to Islam leads him down some very unconventional paths as he struggles to better himself and his community through his faith and his music.

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Cast makes ‘Up’ story

By Bryan Koenig | December 2

George Clooney directed by Jason Reitman (the man who directed “Juno” and “Thank You for Smoking”) is a tough review to write, namely because such a film would, at face value, be superb. Luckily, the reality is that “Up in the Air” is all you could hope for.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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