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Everyone's favorite smart-alec magazine showcases photography by and others.The 2008 Vice Photo Show. (ongoing)

The Coen brothers' gorgeous—albeit dark—debut. Blood Simple at MoMA. (August 2)

A dose of somber, yet pretty, folk music to wind down the week. Phosphorescent at the
Bowery Ballroom
(August 2) and
Music Hall of Williamsburg
. (August 3)

Mad Max is even better (and grittier) the second time around.
Mad Max 2: Road Warrior at the Landmark Sunshine Theater
. (August 1)

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Stop by "the pool" this weekend for the coolest potluck ever—in addititon to yummy eats, artists project slideshows of their work.
Slideluck Potshow at McCarren Park Pool
.(August 2)

A proper backyard BBQ, complete with soul and reggae tunes.
Crooked BBQ at Hope Lounge
. (August 2)

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