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not to miss!
D+0  Fri. 18/05, 18:00 - Teen Jam! @ The Terrace on 95 (new)
D+0  Fri. 18/05, 20:00 - The Lady, the story of Aung San Suu Kyi @ The Flicks 1 + 2
D+6  Thu. 24/05, 19:00 - Clothes Swap Evening @ ARTillery Art Café
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Thursday, May 17
cinema
18:00 Brake @ The Flicks 1 + 2
 
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(92 min, crime, thriller) A Secret Service Agent is held captive in the trunk of a car and endures mental and physical torture as terrorists attempt to extract information for their plot against the President of the United States. What appears to be a random kidnapping becomes something more sinister when Secret Service Agent Jeremy Reins discovers he's being used as a pawn in a terrorist plot. Watching the clock tick down to an unknown catastrophe, Jeremy is forced by his captors to listen to the outside world on the brink of collapse, knowing that the only way to save the people he loves is to divulge a secret that he has sworn to protect.

A true think piece crossed with an action flick, nothing is what it seems in Brake. The performances are solid throughout, Stephen Dorff gives a gritty, organic performance and this vehicle finally allows him to flex those acting muscles in a way we haven't seen in some time. Gabe Torres takes a gamble on a script that seems immeasurably difficult to bring to life, and builds a roller-coaster ride out of it, flawlessly.

This is a very well done and greatly entertaining thriller. We welcome movies like these at The Flicks too.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THfiUnD-fZc

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concert
19:00 Goethe Institute presents: German Notos Quartet @ Cambodia-Japan Cooperation Center
 
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The Goethe Institute is proud to present the concert of the GERMAN NOTOS QUARTETT at the Cambodia-Japan Cooperation Center (CJCC) - located on the campus of the Royal University of Phnom Penh, Blvd. Confederation de la Russie (Airport Street): MAP: http://cjcc.edu.kh/en/contact-us.html

A Notos, the personification of south wind, sometimes a gentle breeze, sometimes the bringer of storms, has given name to the piano quartet founded in 2007 and meanwhile based in Frankfurt. Participation in workshops with musicians of famous chamber music ensembles like Alban Berg Quartet and Beaux Arts Trio has made a great contribution to the artistic of the quartet. They have earned recognition on international stages and raised audience’s admiration at well-known festivals all over Europe.

Success at international competitions was soon to follow. The highest recognition in the young career of the Notos Quartet so far has been winning the 2011 Parkhouse Award in London, perhaps the most important competition for piano quartets, as well as receiving First Prize at the Charles-Hennen-Concours in Holland only a few days later.

Since the beginning of its career the Notos Quartet has been equally highly praised by the audience and critics. Its freshness, brilliant interplay and intelligent interpretation have a universally convincing effect. Conveying their own fascination with music to their listeners is what makes the concerts of the Notos Quartet an especially enjoyable musical experience.

ENTRANCE IS FREE! The four top musicians will perform Western Classical music. They are the winners of the 2011 Parkhouse Award (UK) and won 1st Prize at the 2011 Charles Hennen Concours (NL).

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20:00 The Fall @ The Flicks 1 + 2
 
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(2008, 117 min, adventure, drama, fantasy)

At a Los Angeles hospital in the 1920s, Alexandria is a child recovering from a broken arm. She befriends Roy Walker, a movie stunt man with legs paralyzed after a fall. At her request, Roy tells her an elaborate story about six men of widely varied backgrounds who are on a quest to kill a corrupt provincial governor. Between chapters of the story, Roy inveigles Alexandria to scout the hospital's pharmacy for morphine. As Roy's fantastic tale nears its end, Death seems close at hand.

The Fall is a charming, fantastical story with a haunting undertone and features the most endearing child actress since Jacques Doillon's Ponette... what more could a film boast? Moreover, this film could be watched on mute and still make a lasting impression on the viewer through its striking imagery.

Tarsem Singh's direction is possessed. He manages to capture a kaleidoscope of emotion as diverse and generous as the tones and colors that deliver this movable feast for the eyes. His motley casting of relatively unknown actors is inspiring and refreshing.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeAyIQ_OT_I

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party
22:00 PRIDE WEEK: Shameless Party @ Pontoon Club
 
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The Pride week's biggest nightclub party. International Dance Music and special Cabaret show performances by The Avant-Guardian Angels, DeeDee, Sophea Rous and The Pussycat Dolls. Special drink deals before Midnight. Free Entrance.

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The Avengers (3D, opening night) @ Legend Cinema
 
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Nick Fury is director of S.H.I.E.L.D, an international peace keeping agency. The agency is a who's who of Marvel Super Heroes, with Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When global security is threatened by Loki and his cohorts, Nick Fury and his team will need all their powers to save the world from disaster.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDV-t5sgDgI

Screening from today on at Legend Cinema (top floor City Mall, next to the Olympic Stadium) at various time slots. See www.legend-cinemas.com for latest times.

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Regulars and reminders
sports
12:30 Pilates training @ The Flicks 1
 
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The highly experienced Kate Liana will be your core strengthening training (pilates) teacher for one hour, every Tuesday and Thursday 12.30am.

Classes take place in the air conditioned room of The Flicks Community Movie House on Street 95 (between Str 310 and 360) and costs only $5 per hour.

Please sign up for your desired class(es) through the website at www.theflicks-cambodia.com/classes.php as we can only have a maximum of 10 participants per class.

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16:30 Sun Set River Cruise @ Velkommen Backpackers
 
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Sign up at and leave from the Velkommen backpackers at 4.30pm. Fare is only $6.00 (includes return tuk tuk ride to port, 1 free beer on board boat and 1 free beer back at Velkommen backpackers).

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18:00 Sweet Tendance @ Elyxir Urban Wine Spot
 
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Welcome to the universe of sweet wine. Elyxir Urban Wine Spot invites you to discover different kinds of sweet wines: soft, mellow or syrupy to enjoy with the person you like at your favorite spot: the swimming pool, the terrace or the lounge bar. Celebrate the pleasure to be together and enjoy the moment with a fine blend of salted and sweetened fusion food. Sweet Tendance is a community of tastes, with an ambiance and like-minded people to experience the uniqueness of Elyxir.

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concert
18:30 GTS Jazz @ Le Moon (rooftop K-West)
 

GTS Jazz stands for original band members Gabriele (piano), Toma’ (drums) Sebastien (Double bass) – now including Kae (vocals) and Stephan (sax).

Playing a selection of standard and originals tunes, GTS recreate a typical Jazz club feel with silky vocals, cool rhythms and crafty solos.

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sports
18:30 Swing Dance Classes @ ISPP Secondary School
 
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Learn how to lindy hop with PPPswings! Classes are every Thursday at ISPP secondary school, 146 Norodom Blvd. Register for class at pppswingers@gmail.com. Bring any photo ID to get inside secured school area. 6:30 Intermediate, 7:30 Beginners. $5 expats, $2.50 local Cambodians. First lesson is FREE! See www.pppswings.com for details.

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18:30 Human Rights Kick boxing @ Pontoon Club
 
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Partner-oriented, energetic, good humored kick boxing class. Come and learn kick boxing with a friend! All levels catered for: $5 per person. Private lessons and private groups available upon request.

What to bring? Shorts, t-shirt, a big bottle of water, a bigger smile and a sense of humour. Bring friends too, but if you don't have any, they will be provided!

Pontoon Club provides the air conditioning and powerful sound system!

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20:00 Pub Quiz @ Local 2
 
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Phnom Penh's first ever "Not So Average Quiz, Not For The Faint Hearted". Five rounds with 10 general knowledge questions and 2 fascinating music rounds. Participate for $2 a person, max 4 pers per competing team and see if you can win 50% of the pot in cash on a thrilling brain cracking night at the Local 2.

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20:00 Stephanie & Felice Show @ Riverside Bistro
 

Felice & Stephanie are your hosts for this evening. Heck, it might even get sentimental when these two girls start singing with the Open Space House Band. So be prepared, bring your loved one and share a wonderful night together.

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party
20:30 DIVAlicious @ Riverhouse Lounge
 
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It’s ladies night and the feelings right! Grab your clique and head to The Lounge for the HOTTEST ladies night in town. Hot dance and house tunes from sexy residents DJ Maverick, Cool Sam and Bob Revo.

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concert
21:00 Swing Night @ Equinox
 
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Every Thursday, swingers get together for a night of social dancing. We invite you to come practice your moves or just grab an Anchor and a crepe and watch! Chances are, you'll get hooked (if you're not already). Just ask one of the friendly swing dancers to show you what to do. You never know--you might just get hooked! (www.pppswings.com)

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22:00 Ladies Night @ Mao's Club
 
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Oh yes, it's Ladies Night. Dance, hip hop, RnB by our resident Khmer deejays will make your night memorable. Free entrance.

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22:00 Shameless! @ Pontoon Club
 
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Shameless! at Pontoon with the Digital Punks and The Phnom Penh Pussycat Dolls. An exuberant wild night of entertainment, sexual freedom, creative expression and partying Hard! Join the beautiful people. Thursday is the New Saturday with Shameless!

Attitude Free and LGBT friendly.

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