Donny Sheldon

Top 10 films revitalize cinema

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008

Experimental, retro folk takes cake in 2008

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008

BODY SLAM - Director David Aronofsky takes on the ring in his latest film, "The Wrestler," which stars Mickey Rourke and Marisa Tomei. The film won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival this year, generating Oscar buzz throughout the festival circu

Smell what Aronofsky's cookin'

By Donny Sheldon · Monday, Nov. 24, 2008

DIRTY SEXY MONEY - Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks show how to survive bad economic times by starring in their own porno in Kevin Smith's newest movie, "Zack and Miri Make a Porno." The film is a successful attempt by Smith to branch out beyond his home st

Sometimes sex leads to love, money

By Donny Sheldon · Monday, Oct. 27, 2008

SHORT CUTS - From Sept. 11 to 18, the Landmark E Street Theater will host the fifth annual D.C. Shorts Film Festival, which features an array of work from around the world. "Hollywood Jerome" (above) follows a troubled youth who is infatuated with the lif

Film festival celebrates fifth year

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008

REVOLUTIONARY REUNION - Leondardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet reunite on screen as a couple growing dissatisfied with their suburban lifestyle in "Revolutionary Road," adapted from the Richard Yates novel.

Adaptations dominate 2008 Oscar season

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008

GOODBYE KISS - Scoot McNairy and Sara Simmonds star as two disillusioned Los Angeles residents searching for someone to share a New Year's kiss at midnight. The two find solace in each other's loneliness and aimlessly meander around the city.

'Kiss' lacks passion, colorful characters

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008

SHOWTIME - From art houses like Landmark E-Street and Bethesda Row to multiplexes like Regal Bethesda and AMC Mazza Gallerie, D.C. has a home for every movie buff or film enthusiast. Kelsey Dickey/THE EAGLE

A Guide to: D.C. Movie Theatres

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Aug. 14, 2008

GODARD OF THE SILVER SPRING - Jean-Luc Godard's seminal 1960s films offer up some relief from the fast-paced fluff of modern fare. Long shots and a stew of genres leave his indelible mark on every one of his films.

Silver screen god lights up Silver Spring

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, June 19, 2008

'DARK EYES' - Cate Blanchett's performance as Bob Dylan's 1960s hipster-chic persona is so well crafted that audiences will instantaneously forget the Blanchett they know from "Notes on a Scandal" and "Elizabeth."

Review: 'I'm Not There' explores Dylan's many guises

By Donny Sheldon · Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007

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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