Picks and Clicks

July 18, 2008

Calendar Girls Picks and Clicks July 19-25: Psychedelic justice, art on the sand, women on drums

By Dikla Kadosh and Danielle Berrin

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Chronicling these dispossessed young men's meager existence, Haar created the acclaimed vérité film, "9 Star Hotel," which airs tonight on PBS as part of their P.O.V. ("point of view") series. Haar's lens follows two best friends as they work on construction sites by day and hide from the Israeli police by night, living a life of danger, uncertainty, loneliness and hope. Airs on KCET at 10 p.m. http://www.pbs.org/pov/9starhotel. (FILM) Acclaimed filmmaker and artist Julian Schnabel is known for his painterly sensibilities and soulful storytelling. In "Lou Reed's Berlin," his latest film since "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," Schnabel depicts Lou Reed's dark lament on abusive love in post-war Germany in a glamorous and seductive musical documentary. Filmed over five nights when Reed played at St. Ann's Warehouse in Brooklyn, set against Schnabel's backdrop recalling the Berlin Wall, along with a seven-piece orchestra and actress Emmanuelle Seigner. Tue. Check local listings for show times. $10. Nuart Theatre, 11272 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 281-8223. http://www.landmarktheaters.com/market/LosAngeles/NuartTheatre.htm. THU | JULY 24 (MIXER) Spice up the summer slowdown at a social gathering combining two great ingredients: business networking and a full bar. The Jewish American Chamber of Commerce, founded two years ago, invites professional types to their Networking and Business Mixer where SoCal's working men and women can take a load off and enjoy chef Eli Tordjman's yummy blend of French and Italian cuisine. Anyone who wants to "work late" can stay for the live jazz afterwards. Thu. 5:30 p.m. $5-$15 (advance), $15-$25 (door). Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. (866) 257-6117. http://www.lajewishchamber.com. FRI | JULY 25 (PLAY) Billed as controversial and provocative, "The Accomplices" is the true story of activist Peter Bergson, who railed against the State Department and prominent Jewish leaders to shatter the silence surrounding Hitler's annihilation of Jews in Europe. Written by New York Times political reporter Bernard Weintraub, the play was nominated for the 2007 New York Drama Desk Award for Best New Play and fronts a cast of characters from President Roosevelt to Rabbi Stephen S. Wise. Fri. 8 p.m. Through Aug. 24. $18-$28. The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Ave., Los Angeles. (323) 663-1525. http://www.fountaintheatre.com. (SHABBAT) Sinai Temple's Friday Night Live is raucous and lively and crowded with eager singles searching for their beshert. As an alternative, or perhaps an addition, to this sometimes overwhelming scene, ATID offers intimate Friday night dinners where you can savor a glass of kosher wine and a quiet conversation. Shabbat@Home is hosted every month at a private Westside residence and is geared specifically to young professionals, single or attached, between the ages of 21 and 39. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot at the dinner table early. Fri. 7-10 p.m. $18 (members), $25 (guests). Price includes kosher dinner and wine. Call for location, (310) 481-3244. http://www.atidla.com. Jina Davidovich contributed to this article

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