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Global action star LIAM NEESON stars in “Non-Stop”, a suspense thriller played out at 40,000 feet in the air. During a transatlantic flight from New York City to London, U.S. Air Marshal Bill Marks (Neeson) receives a series of cryptic text messages demanding that he instruct the airline to transfer $150 million into an off-shore account. Until he secures the money, a passenger on his flight will be killed every 20 minutes.

Movie Review: Non-Stop

By David Kahen-Kashi · Monday, March 3, 2014

Jaume Collet-Serra’s “Non-Stop” gets lost at baggage claim and manages to find its footing once the film takes flight.

The Scene's snow day movie guide

By David Kahen-Kashi · Monday, March 3, 2014

With the fourth snow day of the semester, the Scene has compiled a list of free movies to watch during your day off.

The M&M Report: Instant reaction to the Oscars

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman · Monday, March 3, 2014

Hosts Mark Lieberman and Devin Mitchell recap the Oscars just minutes after the telecast ended.

News

The M&M Report predicts the Oscars

By Devin Mitchell and Mark Lieberman | March 2

Podcast hosts Mark Lieberman and Devin Mitchell offer their predictions and hopes for this year’s major Oscar categories.

News

Movie Review: Visitors

By David Kahen-Kashi | March 2

Godfrey Reggio’s “Visitors” turns the film viewing experience on its head with a strange and confounding piece of work.

News

Movie Review: Son of God

By David Kahen-Kashi | February 28

History Channel’s “The Bible” gets a cinematic update in “Son of God” about Jesus and the crucifixion.

Music

Brett Dennen brings good vibes to 9:30 Club

By Trent Burns | February 28

Northern California folk singer/songwriter comes to D.C. in support of his newest album and returns to his musical roots.

News

Take 5: Rest in peace to a comedy legend, welcome back to TV’s best

By Mark Lieberman | February 28

Harold Ramis, the Oscars and Lorne Michaels are among the biggest players in this week’s biggest pop-culture developments.

News

The Scene Weekender: The quest for rock n’ roll

By David Kahen-Kashi and Alejandro Alvarez | February 28

The Scene Weekender is back for a comprehensive guide to this weekend’s best stops and events.

News

Q&A: Chris Pavone, author of ‘The Accident’

By David Kahen-Kashi | February 28

Chris Pavone, author of the international bestselling novel “The Expats” speaks to The eagle about his new novel “The Accident.”

Lifestyle

AU professor writes new book about the real problem of intersexuality

By Kara Avanceña | February 28

Ellen Feder finds the rhetoric surrounding intersexuality might be the real problem, not interesexuality itself.

Lifestyle

Masala Art dazzles Tenleytown with creative Indian food

By Leo Versel | February 28

Creative and delicious spins on traditional dishes blend perfectly with the art on display from all corners of India.

Music

Audiophile 2.27

By Michael Lovito , Jack Fitzpatrick , Sean Meehan , Anna Walsh and Katie Cheyne | February 27

A weekly round-up of album reviews brought to you by the WVAU staff.

Music

Q&A: JDVBBS

By Anagha Srikanth | February 27

Up-and-coming musician and Virginia native JDVBBS discusses his new album and future dreams with The Eagle.

Lifestyle

JM Eats (A Lot): Homemade poptarts and grease at Ted’s Bulletin

By Jordan-Marie Smith | February 26

Jordan-Marie Smith describes Ted’s Bulletin as typical American fare worth an A for effort in the latest installment of her column.

Music

WVAU adds ‘zine’ publication to its regular rotation

By Leo Versel | February 26

AU’s campus radio station will publish two zines this semester, covering the station’s output and broader themes of music and media.

Music

Album Review: Schoolboy Q - “Oxymoron” (TDE/Interscope)

By Jane Morice | February 26

Schoolboy Q delivers subject matter his fans love with a large dose of soulful reality.

Music

Young the Giant balances intimacy, intensity at the Fillmore

By Kara Avanceña | February 25

As the last note of “My Body” rang through the in Fillmore Silver Spring on Feb. 23, the packed crowd stood, cheered and clapped to show its appreciation for the emotionally heavy set Young the Giant put on that evening. The indie rock band stopped by the D.C.

Lifestyle

‘AU Against Humanity’ game affectionately mocks campus culture

By Mark Lieberman | February 25

A new online version of the popular game “Cards Against Humanity” focuses on universally appealing aspects of AU culture.

News

On the Road: Katzen Museum curator brings art and culture back to DC

By Anagha Srikanth | February 24

AU head museum curator Jack Rasmussen talks about his inspirations and travels to bring art back to D.C.

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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