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DC LABOR FILMFEST

[MOVIES] Viewers have a chance to catch some terrific, rarely seen films (and one certified classic) as the eighth annual DC Labor FilmFest nears its end. Today's program opens with "9 Star Hotel," Ido Haar's gripping documentary about Palestinian migrant laborers who work at an Israeli construction site and build their own fragile community while eluding police. The lineup also includes Charlie Chaplin's 1936 masterpiece "Modern Times"; "Great World of Sound," a critically acclaimed serio-comedy about a couple of guys trying to hit it big in the music industry; and the Brazilian satire "Fim da Linha" ("The End of the Line").

-- Ann Hornaday

Today starting at 1 p.m. AFI Silver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. 301-495-6720. $10, seniors $9, age 12 and younger $6.

BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE

[ON STAGE] This company traces its roots back 40,000 years to the earliest traditions of Australia's Aboriginal people. So can we really call what it does "modern dance"? Well, yes, when the group does such an intriguing job of weaving contemporary steps and shapes into old, old Aboriginal rituals. Back after a four-year absence, the troupe will perform "Awakenings," a local premiere.

-- Sarah Kaufman

Thursday-Friday at 8 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. $22-$65.

And More ...

[Concerts]

VAL EMMICH-- Monday at 7 p.m. He may be most recognized as Tina Fey's young love interest on "30 Rock," but the songwriter also is known for his tight pop songs. With Adam Swink. Jammin' Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. 703-255-1566. $10.

LANGHORNE SLIM-- Monday at 8 p.m. The singer and guitarist offers a sardonic, modern take on traditional folk, country and blues. With Heartless Bastards. Black Cat, 1811 14th St. NW. 202-667-7960. $13.

MAX RAABE & PALAST ORCHESTER-- Tuesday at 8 p.m. The German singer and his 12-piece orchestra make an art of re-creating dance and film music from 1920s and 1930s Germany, often applying the style to covers of contemporary pop songs. Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st St. NW. 202-994-6800. $10-$35.