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Affleck's sophomore effort shines

No one would have thought, when "Gigli" was hitting rock bottom and the "Bennifer" situation was becoming more cliché and annoyingly-addressed than tabloid culture in general, that Ben Affleck had more artistic style up his sleeve than had been revealed in his contribution to the "Good Will Hunting" screenplay. "Gone Baby Gone" was something of a grand re-entrance for Affleck. "The Town" is his way of confirming his directorial mastery and promise for more good films.

Notre Dame Style Spotter

Name: Sadie Olen

Devil' fails to deliver

In the latest of "The Night Chronicles," M. Night Shyamalan once again proves his inability to make a movie close to as good as "The Sixth Sense." This supposed horror film was underdeveloped and, as usual, the classic Shyamalan twist lacked depth and insight. In fact, the biggest twist was hyping this movie only for it to, predictably, fail to meet expectations.

Away Game Etiquette

You have felt the joy of beating Purdue. You have dealt with the pain of losing to Michigan. Rather than experiencing numbness watching the Michigan State game this Saturday on a television, many Domers will venture to East Lansing to await Notre Dame football's fate first-hand.

Fashion's Night Out

"Shop For Something Good." This was the catch phrase of the extravaganza known as Fashion's Night Out. On September 10, designers, models, socialites and students flooded the streets of Manhattan in search of the most glamorous parties in town.

Dorm Eateries

On Thursday Scene featured four of the best eateries on campus. Today Scene brings you five more restaurants to feed the insatiable desire for pizza and burgers that occurs late at night in dorms all across Notre Dame.

Weekend Events Calendar 9-16 to 9-19

Thursday: Get Him to the Greek

Dorm Eateries

Shamrock Snack Shack: McGlinn Hall

S. Carey Grows to New Heights with Debut LP

Whereas the focus of Bon Iver is usually on founder Justin Vernon, drummer S. Carey — real name Sean Carey — has been more in the limelight as of late.

Eastern Conference Champions rise to success 'A Million Miles An Hour'

Eastern Conference Champions was, not too long ago, an unknown indie band from Philly. Now the trio, consisting of lead singer and guitarist Josh Ostrander, drummer Greg Lyons and bassist Melissa Dougherty, lives in Los Angeles.

S. Carey Grows to New Heights with Debut LP

Now & Then: Off-campus living

Upon facing the demand to sign my Irish Row lease for next year, I began to think about what prompted students to move off campus in earlier years. Personally (and I think several of my peers agree), I am simply looking for a change of pace, a little more space and some independence.

Cotton Underground

Every year, Irish sports fans shill out $15 for The Shirt. A sizable chunk of the proceeds goes to charity funds for Notre Dame students who have suffered catastrophic illness or need financial assistance for campus activities.

A sneak peek at 'Scene' Around the World: London, England

The Music and Markets of London

Fall TV Preview

"30 Rock"

Music Under the Radar

The  Situation: Music hunters seek, read, blog and cull music from radio, print and, most often, the interwebs. Music gatherers collect mix CD's, free digital downloads, and whatever their friends happen to be listening to. If you are a gatherer, this space is for you. If you are a hunter, e-mail me your latest find and I promise you will find it written up here.

Notre Dame Style Spotter

Name: Dan Marsh and Nora Goebelbecker

Fashion by Felicia

I have always been a shameless clotheshorse. My passion for fashion has led me, on a high note, to small boutiques, unknown vintage purveyors, mega-stores (hello my sweet Zara and H&M!) and fashion shows.

Documentary Presents Portrait of Scandal

In his upcoming documentary, "What the Pope Knew," CNN national correspondent Gary Tuchman takes an unflinching and in-depth look into one of the most controversial scandals in the history of the Catholic Church — pedophilia in the priesthood.

A Unique Shakespearience

Five Actors from the London Stage graced the stage in Washington Hall Wednesday and presented a show all their own. Without a director, costumer or choreographer, these actors epitomize the raw relationship between the writer and the stage.