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The Thrilling Manhunt of Zero Dark Thirty

"Just so you know, it's going to take a while," says the CIA officer to his newly arrived colleague at the start of Kathryn Bigelow's Zero Dark Thirty. The year is 2003, the place a secret prison (or "black site") somewhere in the deserts of the Middle East or Asia,...
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Maptote Makeup Pouch at Frances & Charlie

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: 'Tis the season for holiday travel, when zipping up all your necessities into a small carrier becomes an art. To stow your makeup and other must-haves, pick up...
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Royal Pains

The French rep for being snooty snobs is not entirely unfounded. In the world of high-end couturiers, Parisian designers have always held an air of superiority over their American counterparts. That rift is explored in documentary Versailles ‘73: American Runway Revolution, a look into the revolutionary runway shows held at...
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Floral Corduroy Blazer at Merry May Shoppe

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: Equal parts thrift-obsessed art student and Dorothy Jane Torkelson, we're not entirely sure how this floral corduroy blazer exceeds the sum of its description. All we know is...
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With Argo, Ben Affleck Asks Us to Love Hollywood Again

Perhaps more than any other male American star of his generation, Ben Affleck understands the narrative advantage of having Hollywood on your side. The Good Will Hunting co-screenwriter and co-star won an Oscar at age 25 in large part because he and collaborator Matt Damon, as struggling actors who created...
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Will Backpack at Bonafide Goods

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: Every guy (and gal, too) needs a sturdy, stylish backpack, the ultimate in utilitarian fashion. This leather and canvas carryall from Will works as a city sack for...
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Saturated Watercolor Scarf at Lizard Thicket

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: Bright and bold, this scarf from Lizard Thicket provides a perfect pop of color. Where: Lizard Thicket Cost: $14.95 See also: - Merry May Shoppe Launches Online Store...
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Best Blues/Jazz Radio Station

KJZZ 91.5 FMLet’s make it official: There’s a high-water mark for good radio in Phoenix, and that’s when a song is so good you turn the key in the car and sit there waiting for it to finish. It’s rare — it’s hot here, after all — but that’s the kind of music KJZZ plays at night […]
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Jerry Weiers Moving a Planter: Controversy or Non-Controversy?

Republican state Representative Jerry Weiers's moving of a planter might not be the biggest scandal that's gone down at the state capitol, but some folks are highly opinionated on the issue.Glendale mayoral candidate Manny Cruz released the surveillance-video footage of Weiers, his opponent in the race, hooking his truck up...
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Ouma Bolero at Cleo & Clementine

What: This metallic bronze bolero from Monique Martinez-Sandoval's label Ouma is one of our favorite things we spotted (among many other desirable finds) at Martinez-Sandoval's indie bridal boutique Cleo & Clementine, which she operates with Mignonne Handmade designer Jennifer Wood. Where: Cleo & Clementine Cost: $68 See also: - Gilbert...
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Angie Dress from Mabella Chic

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: Transitioning from summer to fall requires some easy-to-layer looks, and this aqua polo dress will brighten up the season's warm oranges and oxblood reds. Where: Mabella Chic Cost:...
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Chan Luu Ring at Hub Clothing

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: Chan Luu's naturalist jewelry melds oversize gemstones with sterilng silver settings for an organic statement. Our best guess (thanks, Internet) is that this rock is fluorite, with bands...
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Top Five Things to Eat and Drink this Weekend

See also: New Times Calendar of Events Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We've got you covered. Check out what's on our plate. The Oscar Burger @ Liberty Market Better clear your schedule and hightail it out to Gilbert for the very last day of Liberty...
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Foreign Exchange

While Hispanic Heritage Month officially won't start until Saturday, September 15, Phoenix Art Museum's film festival Cine Latino will get a jump start on celebrating. Thanks to a grant from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the fest will include viewings of some of the latest, greatest examples...
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Richardson’s: Happy Hour Report Card

See also: Local Bistro: Happy Hour Report Card See also: Kelly's at SouthBridge: Happy Hour Report Card The Spot: Richardson's, 6335 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, 602-287-8900, www.richardsonsnm.com. The Hours: Happy Hour: 2:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m. every day...
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Weekly Freebie: Movie Night at Urban Beans

Who said date night had to be on the weekend? Next Monday, Urban Beans and Short Leash Hotdogs are teaming up for their free monthly movie night. This month's feature: the Oscar nominated and Golden Globe winning Sideways. Urban Beans will start the show with classic cartoons at 7 p.m...
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L’egent Crossbody Bag at Goodwill

Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: We've been on a thrifty kick of late, exploring secondhand shops around the Valley. Last week we hit up Deseret Industries and found a vintage peacoat with Midcentury,...
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Vintage Peacoat at Deseret Industries

See also: Bloggers Adrienne Keene and Dr. Jessica Metcalf on Native Headdresses, Patterns, and "Aztec" Labels in Popular Fashion See also: Five Favorite Looks Spotted at Fashion's Night Out What: Maybe we're getting a little ahead of ourselves looking at all the upcoming fall festivals and Target's already-happening Halloween section,...
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The Seven Unforgivable Fashion Sins of Fall 2012

See also: America's Next Top Model Contestant Brittany Brown Talks Tough Competition, Sisterly Love, and Phoenix Fashion Week Before launching into a tirade about things we sincerely hope you won't wear this fall, we'll start by noting that this season's not all bad -- far from it. We're excited for...