Movies/TV/Streaming

Friday Question of the Day (Fun Edition) – What’s Your Favorite Documentary

By Prince Of Petworth

I think it may have been mentioned in last week’s random reader rant and/or revel but someone recommended a good documentary. I also love documentary films and since I finally got a Netflix account (it only took me 2 years and Blockbuster closing in Adams Morgan…), it’s time I start building the queue.

Back in Oct. ’08 we talk about our favorite ‘regular’ films here.

Ed. Note: And I’ve learned to stop combining my FQotD with different topics so a serious question about the election will be in a different post above.

West End Cinema Opens Tomorrow (Oct. 29th)

By Prince Of Petworth

We first heard about the West End Cinema in August. Thanks to a reader for sending the heads up that they open tomorrow. They are located at 2301 M Street NW. Their Web site says:

We. Love. Movies. We love them. From summer blockbusters to offbeat indie dramas, we want to see them all. But here in Washington, we realize that all those art house, off-the-beaten-path kinds of films can be hard to find. The reason for this is simple: there just aren’t enough art house, off-the-beaten path kinds of theaters to show them. That’s where we come in. We rallied a team of dedicated film buffs around us, found a deserted theater just begging for a makeover, and brought West End Cinema to life. We show independent, foreign, and documentary films, especially ones that we feel offer new intellectual and cultural perspectives to our audience.

The films themselves are obviously the point, here, but as we all know, great amenities can really be the cherry on top of your Sunday night at the cinema… or better yet, the olive in your martini. West End Cinema offers a full bar and a wide range of concessions, from popcorn to baklava to gourmet sandwiches. And yes, yes, we also have candy.

The first film being shown is Howl with James Franco. If anyone checks them out be sure to send me an email and let me know what you thought. The place sounds very very promising.

Transformers Hits DC

By Prince Of Petworth

I happened to be walking near 14th and H St, NW when all of a sudden all these sirens were blasting and a caravan of wild cars starting passing. Of course it was the filming of Transformers 3 but when I came home I learned of the real accident that took place with the ‘bumble bee’ car.

For fans of the show a couple more photos after the jump. (more…)

Transformers 3 Filming Scheduled for October 11-15

By Prince Of Petworth


Here’s a taste of filming from Chicago

From a DDOT Press release:

“The District will be the setting for scenes in the upcoming movie sequel Transformers 3, and residents and travelers are advised there will limited overnight street closures and parking restrictions when the production comes to town next month. An information hotline has been set-up, which will include the most up-to-date information, at (202) 540-8039.”

You can see a list of the street closures and parking restrictions here.

The 5pm Post – Final U Street Movie Series Shown Tues. the 14th

By Prince Of Petworth

“The final summer film is a double-header: Duke Ellington’s Washington and Soul Power, showing Tuesday September 14th (rain date Sept 21).

All films will be shown at the field at Harrison Recreation Center on V Street between 13th and 14th Streets, NW Gates will open at 7 pm. This week DJ Yellow Fever and guests will be spinning from 7-8:30. Free popcorn will be provided to the first 100 attendees beginning at 8 pm. Showtime will be at sundown around 8:15 pm. Full information can be found here.”

West End Cinema Coming to 2301 M St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

I tweeted about this on Friday (you can follow me on twitter @PoPville here) because I was so psyched but it deserves proper Monday morning discussion. The description from the alcohol application says:

“NATURE OF OPERATION
Movie Theater with concession stands serving food & beverage service.

HOURS OF OPERATION AND SALE/SERVICE & CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES FOR INSIDE PREMISE
Sunday through Thursday 10 am – 12 am and Friday & Saturday 10 am – 2 am”

So movies and food and beer. Sounds awesome! I wonder if it’ll be like the Arlington Cinema and Draft House? Though after the alcohol license came out the owner sought to reassure his neighbors:

Note that even though the address is 2301 M St, NW the location is actually on the 23rd St, NW side on the lower level. We’ve spent a lot of time pining for a new movie theater, it’s nice to finally share news of a new one. And it’ll serve alcohol!

Thurs. Fun – More Outdoor Movies and Politics

By Prince Of Petworth

In case you don’t want to watch Happy Gilmore at the Cap. Riverfront you have another outdoor movie watching option in Columbia Heights. From an email:

“THURSDAY: Movie Nights in the Heights presents “Hairspray”

8PM: Live Music, 8:30PM: Feature Film

Thursday, July 29: Hairspray & DJ Chris Burns
Thursday, August 12: Shrek & DJ Gavin Holland

Harriet Tubman Elementary Field
11th and Kenyon Streets NW

** NO ALCOHOL**
Remember to pick-up your trash
Flashlight recommended”

Also on Thursday evening is:

“Ward 1 Councilmember Candidate Forum

Jim Graham (incumbent)
Marc Morgan
Jeff Smith
Bryan Weaver

Thursday, July 29, 2010

6:00-8:30p.m.

(Program will start promptly at 6:30p.m.)

True Reformer Building, Lankford Auditorium, 1200 U Street NW

The forum is free and open to the public. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions.”

Capitol Riverfront Farmers Market and Outdoor Movie Thurs.

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo of Dangerously Delicious Pie by Ken

A reader just sent me an email last night (photo above) saying how he wished Dangerously Delicious Pies came to the Columbia Heights Farmers Market. CH Market folks – make it happen!

From an email:

“Wear your best golf shirt to the Capitol Riverfront BID’s summer outdoor movie this Thursday, July 29th — HAPPY GILMORE, the 9th movie in this year’s Ultimate Underdog series!

The movie will be held at Canal Park at 2nd and M Streets, SE. Stop by the Capitol Riverfront Farmers Market beforehand (3-7 pm at New Jersey Ave and M St, SE) to pick up picnic items or BBQ from Tender Ribs. Enjoy dessert from Dangerously Delicious Pies and Micha’s Sorbet at the park. Bring blankets and chairs, family and friends and enjoy the movies! Movie begins at 8:45/9 pm.”

Mt. Pleasant Movie Series Starts July 24th

By Prince Of Petworth

Add one more to your outdoor movies series options this summer. Given there are so many options this summer does anyone have a favorite venue so far?

From a press release:

“Mount Pleasant Main Street (MPMS) and CricKet Wireless present the free 2010 Movies in the Park
Series (Cine en el Parque) at Lamont Park, located at Mt. Pleasant Street NW and Lamont Street NW.
The films, themed “Road Trip,” include Little Miss Sunshine, Ride the Divide, The Brave Little Toaster
and Salt of the Earth. The movie series is designed to encourage community engagement, support local
businesses and draw visitors to the neighborhood.

For the hour prior to each film screening, MPMS will organize activities in Lamont Park such as live
music, Mount Pleasant trivia, and raffling of prizes from Mount Pleasant businesses.

Movies will begin at dusk, unless otherwise noted. Viewers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and
blankets. Picnic meals can be purchased from local vendors.

July 24 :: Little Miss Sunshine (rain date July 25) subtítulos en Español
A family piles into their VW van and heads West to a beauty pageant– adventure ensues.

Schedule continues after the jump. (more…)

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