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The Top 50 Films of the Decade: Part One

Over the five-day week, The Observer will count down all of the movies that made us laugh, cry, reflect and sit on the edge of our seats — all of the best films of the decade. These 50 films all share an essence of filmmaking genius that were exceptional amongst the thousands of films released in the last 10 years, and some of them will one day be viewed as "classics" in film history. So here they are, the best films of the decade.

Shame cuts deep

Crossdressing and Romance

Get a taste of Shakespeare this week with the newest production from Actors From The London Stage. These bi-annual productions, which feature a group of actors known for their work in British theatre, visit Washington Hall once each semester thanks to support from Shakespeare at Notre Dame. This semester's production is the comedy, "Twelfth Night."

Margaret Thatcher: a study in singlemindedness and steely nerves

Master of the icy stare, the inclined head and the pensively pursed lips, Meryl Streep astounds viewers even beneath the heavy history and makeup needed to portray former U.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

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John Mulaney

India Garden brings spice to South Bend

While it really is unfortunate that the South Bend area only has one Indian restaurant ofnote, that may be a byproduct of India Garden having some of the best Indian food made in the state of Indiana outside of my mom's kitchen. Only a short drive east of campus on Edison St., I highly recommend this place for seasoned Indian-food enthusiasts and those new to the cuisine alike.

Stay up to date with the best new apps

As the world, also known as the Notre Dame bubble, becomes evermore technologically integrated, Scene thought it was time to publish an article on the trendiest apps. Download these free applications to your smart phones and watch the world around you become a little more accessible.

Attention all Gz and Hustlas

Snoop Dogg is coming back to South Bend. That's right — the Doggfather himself will appear Feb. 1 at Club Fever. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at Club Fever/Backstage Grill without any service fees for just $45. Tickets the day of the show, assuming there are any left, will be sold for $50.

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"Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog"

Boy meets horse, and the rest is history

Yes, it's about a horse. But it's so much more than that. It's about the death of the cavalry; the bonds of friendship between humans and animals; the ties that bind all of humanity together; perseverance; love. So yeah, it's a tearjerker.

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Midseason Television

It's been a long winter, and while spring isn't peeking around the corner just yet, your days will look a little brighter thanks to the return of your favorite TV shows. From new shows to returning favorites, January and February spell a whole new television landscape. Check out Scene's guide to what's worth watching when the snow starts falling and you just can't bear to leave your room.

Art in the Service of Humanity

Most art exhibitions tell a story of some kind, whether or not viewers are aware of it. Sometimes the organizers concentrate on the stylistic evolution of a single artist, while other times they draw connections between multiple artists working at a particular historical moment. DIGNITY, an exhibition of 52 photographs that recently opened at the Snite Museum of Art, tells a chilling story of human rights violations and extreme poverty.

Dragon Tattoo' Leaves Its Mark

David Fincher is a filmmaker of many hats: a masterful storyteller, a visionary director, a weaver of thrilling suspense and an utter perfectionist behind the camera and in the editing bay.

Sundance of South Bend

Thank your lucky stars syllabus week coincides with the Notre Dame Student Film Festival, because this is a year you don't want to miss. From campus romance to post-apocalyptic drama to psychological thriller, the students of the introductory, intermediate and advanced film courses have outdone themselves — again.

Sushi Grill Nothing Special

I should preface this review by saying I am not a sushi connoisseur. The few times I've eaten it before visiting Toyo I did enjoy it (and yes, that even includes the sushi from Reckers).

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More Rock Climbing Fewer Martinis

"Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" accomplished exactly what it set out to do. It hounded us through countless TV ads and billboards, built off the recognition of the franchise's three previous films and at the end of the Christmas holiday was the highest grossing film in theatres. The series always promises audiences extraordinary special effects coupled with high-octane action. This newest addition is no different as, without question, "Ghost Protocol" hits all of its marks and provides some absolutely stunning visuals. The scenes in Dubai are particularly jaw-dropping. However, all the pageantry in "Ghost Protocol" got to be overkill. Although it succeeds as a truly red-blooded action film it has just enough lame dialogue, one-dimensional characters and convoluted plot to weigh it down.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

There is no doubt Tomas Alfredson's follow-up to his 2008 hit "Let the Right One In," "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy," is meticulous — a thinking man's film. It's brimming with moments that play out like still images, the characters so full of suspicion and distrust of one another that Alfredson beckons his audience to trust no one.