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Interview: Kings of the 'Castle'

Monday, July 12, 2004

Kal Penn and John Cho are running late for their interview. It's easy to make assumptions about the people in the movie business but this is the first major press circuit for both of them. D.C. is the midway point on their 11 stop national press circuit and here in The Ritz Carlton Georgetown, they are set to sit for a brief last minute interview before they move on.

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Scissor Sisters cut down generic labels

By Emily Zemler · Monday, July 12, 2004

"We're poised to be the gay Matchbox Twenty," Del Marquis, guitarist for the rock band the Scissor Sisters, proclaimed in a phone interview. "It's weird because we're a little bit more of a cult pop act here in the U.K. and Europe, and in the States we're going to be one of those pop acts with a successful single, and then everybody realizes what you look like.

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Hipster hip-hop hits 9:30

July 12

D.C.'s 9:30 club was packed for a meeting of hip-hop masterminds Dizzee Rascal and The Streets. Eagle writers Daniel Longino and Grant Lazer describe the evening.

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Spree's glee is evident on 'Heavy' new album

By Daniel Longino | July 12

So, 25 guys and gals in white robes singing about the sun and how it makes them smile. Ah, the most cracked-out band in the world is back, and this time, they're not just in car commercials. The Polyphonic Spree - the best thing to come out of Texas since ... well, ever - have released their best CD.

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Campaigning and Conventions

By Summer Carson | July 12

By Summer Carson Eagle Contributing Writer As you tuned into CNN this summer in an attempt to pick your favorite candidates for the November 2004 election, AU students were feverishly working on the campaign trail. Will President George W. Bush prevail and become a two-term president, or will John Kerry sweep up like he did in the Democratic caucuses? Nick Terzulli, former Student Confederation President, spent his summer working for the Republican National Convention in hopes for the re-election of President Bush.

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Harold and Kumar get stoned, but hardly rock

July 12

This movie is fun and that's most important. It's summer and everyone likes to have fun. If that involves following the unlikely exploits of the new Cheech and Chong on a road trip through clich?, so be it.

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Shameful Olympics

By Jesse Epstein | July 12

I'm sorry. Am I the only one who sees what a truly disastrous Olympic games this has been for the United States of America? In the past two weeks, our country could've gone to war, changed the Constitution or raised gas prices higher...and that still would've been better than what actually happened in Athens.

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Recent grad produces and directs

By Anne Godlasky | July 12

Kristen Cornwall, who graduated this May with a degree in theater, began the summer intending to direct a show. She planned on eventually going to graduate school for directing, then starting her own theater company some time five years down the line. But a twist of fate and some disappointing producers changed her plans.

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Music Notes - Aug. 12

July 12

Read reviews of the latest albums from the Hives, Hot Rod Circuit, Alanis Morissette and Les Sans Culottes.

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Music Notes - Aug. 20

July 12

Reviews of the latest album releases from emo-punk band My Chemical Romance, Pittsburgh favorites the Clarks, punk optimists Letter Kills and newcomers Instruction.

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Eating and reading cheaply in D.C.

By Blair Payne | July 12

Washington, D.C. is not a cheap city. Compared to smaller cities and towns, the overall cost of living can be intimidating. However, there are ways of getting around these expenses. Rather than frequenting restaurants in trendy sections of the city or shopping for groceries at the Eagle's Nest, look for less crowded places to dine and scout out local stores that offer cheap bargains.

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'Maria Full of Grace,' full of talent

By Anne Godlasky | July 12

At the very least, "Maria Full of Grace" is educational. At its best, the film is like its main character - fresh, riveting and strong. This tale of a Colombian girl who becomes a drug "mule" will move audiences.

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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