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Alright ladies and gents, here it is. The latest movies in theaters today. Also added in a couple from last week since I didnt get to post anything last friday. Box Office results will be up on Monday ! See ya then !!!

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Weekend Box office results May 11, 2012 - May 13, 2012

Whats goin  on ladies and gents ?!?!? My apologies for not posting this the past couple of weeks, I havent really had a chance to post as often as I like on BlvdAve as of late. But here we are none the less !! I wont talk your ear off this post but if you see the video below that means that film was the NUMBER 1 MOVIE IN AMERICA !!! Now going 2 weeks in a row "The AVENGERS" have had the top spot !!! Check the list for the rest below !!

		Title
		Marvel's The Avengers
		Dark Shadows
		Think Like a Man
		The Hunger Games
		The Lucky One
		The Five-Year Engagement
		The Pirates! Band of Misfits
		The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
		Chimpanzee
		Safe
		Girl in Progress
		The Raven

As an added bonus for not delivering these movie post on time, here's an exclusive 4 minute preview Sony put out for their "The Amazing Spider-Man" which is in theaters July 3 !!



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New Video on the AVE: Nicki Minaj Feat. Chris Brown “Right By My Side”

Before locking lips with love interest Nasir, a pampered Nicki shares her new romantic flick with Chris Brown also by her side. Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded in stores now ! Directed by Benny Boom. Seems like that kiss was real to us over here at BLVDAVE !! lol 

Bonus Here's another video by Nicki for all the Nicki fans on BlvdAve !!!

New video on BlvdAve: Young Jeezy Feat. Future - "Way too Gone"

Still on the promo trail for his latest studio album, TM103, JEEZY teams up with Future to deliver this certified club banger. Visual below, ENJOY !!!



BONUS:
Here's Young's other video that is currently receiving heavy airplay on MTV Jams, "Leave you Alone"

stfuMikeP on the AVE: Chicago Streetwear Boutiques

Mike P here.  In my recent absence from the Ave, I've been trying to find something else to post about than Nike SB.  So what I have today is a bit different.

There are only a few local spots around Chicago that truly offer great service as well as deliver a quality product.  Out of the 4 or 5 boutiques around the Chi, I'm going to give a little insight as to what is currently being sold in my favorite shops.  Today, we have some looks from Jugrnaut, RSVP Gallery, and my favorite, Saint Alfred.  There are a few more around the city (which shall remain nameless, however you can probably guess by process of elimination), but in my opinion, they lack the service and quality that Chicago needs.

So here's what's goin on.

Jugrnaut remains one of my favorite boutiques because they have a crazy selection of brands as well as a constantly evolving in-house brand.  Their in-house is always coming up with some creative graphics at a solid price.

From their recent 4/20 drop, along with a few "green"-related tees, they dropped a few hoodies.

A simple zip-up with subtle, understated graphics. Really soft cotton, too.

And my personal favorite,

A nice black pullover with the JGRNT typeface and the beautiful Chicago skyline as a fill.  While this graphic has been used from a few other brands, it is nice to see a Chicago brand finally take hold and deliver.

If I'm not mistaken, both of these hoodies are still available in the shop. Either way, definitely a fun place to check out. LOOK OUT FOR THEIR UPCOMING SALE.

Next up, my personal favorite, Saint Alfred.

To me, STA has been the staple streetwear store in Chicago for the past few years.  These guys are all about quality and service, and that is something seldom seen within the streetwear world as of late.

Although they may offer some of the same brands that Jugrnaut carries, they do have a few more that cater to the dressier crowd. The one thing that adds to their extensive brand selection and impressive in-house brand is their outstanding sneaker and shoe collection.  Among the many pairs of Vans and random selections of Nike Sportswear, you can always bet Saint Alfred will be offering the latest Jordan drops, as well as some limited collaborations from time to time.  

They recently added (and still have in stock) the Missoni x Converse Chuck Hi's.

When the recent women's Nike Liberty Pack came out, STA installed this pretty tight fixture up on the wall:

Did I mention these guys have the dopest in-house brand around? Yeah? Well, I'll say it again. THIS STORE HAS ONE OF THE BEST IN-HOUSE BRANDS AROUND.

I mentioned they were all about quality, and that's the truth.  Smooth prints, simple graphics, appropriate typography, and the the softest hoodies you'll find.  They also offer a wide variety of fitteds and snapbacks which they always have in stock.

On my recent trips, here are some of my favorites they still have in stock:

Their Canadian fleece "Script" Hoodie:

The Saint Alfred Crewneck (same Canadian Fleece):

Some snapbacks (note I said SOME):

David Rasool Robinson's "Burnout" print (also available in black and white):

The recent "Eyes" tee (also available in white):

And so much more.  If you have never stopped in, do yourself a favor and pay them a visit. You will not be disappointed. These guys do it right.

On top of it all, I contacted the store manager, and the man behind the "Burnout" tee, David Robinson, about what to expect from Saint Alfred over the summer.  He replied with:

New 5 panels, Ts, light jackets, a few apparel collabs and a couple footwear collabs. We don't think people will be disappointed...

And last but not least, RSVP Gallery.

Just a stones throw away from STA, RSVP attracts a different crowd than the last two places mentioned (aka, if you have some money to spend, this place is for you).

With a decent in-house tee, these guys are more about the brands they carry.  If you have a hankering for some nice denim, RSVP always has a hefty amount of APC in stock.  They also recently just did a collab with ASVP Rocky for their House of Blues show.  Check out the vid.

I'm gonna let the shop speak for itself, because it really is a sight to see.  But it you are ever in the market for some Ambush POW! chains or "Eye Am Not Alone" Rings, C.d.G, BBC, some fine Just Don Snakeskin hats, or any interesting fashion literature or lifestyle products,  stop through and see what's up...unless you have an aversion to neon, then you're out of luck.

That's my bit.  Hope you guys decide to check out these spots.  Addresses and contact info can be found below.

RSVP Gallery
1753 North Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 770-6666

St. Alfred
1531 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 486-7159

Jugrnaut
427 South Dearborn
Chicago, IL 
(312) 435-4635

Games on the AVE: Gamespot reviews Max Payne 3

Now available on both Xbox 360 & PS3 !

Like it or not, times change. When Max Payne last appeared in a game in 2003, he blasted his way through countless enemies with reckless abandon, aided by his signature ability to slow time and deal graceful death. Today, reflecting modern sensibilities and perhaps his own age, Max takes things slower and makes judicious use of a new cover mechanic. Yet the addition of this contemporary element doesn't mean that Max Payne 3 plays like every other third-person shooter. Far from it. With its gripping narrative, brutal violence, and fantastic implementation of Max Payne's bullet-time ability, this is a distinctive and outstanding game through and through, and it's easily a worthy successor to the Max Payne games that preceded it.

Wherever you go, there you are. It's a truth Max Payne knows better than anyone. Fleeing his New York life to take a job working security for a wealthy family in Sao Paulo, the hard-drinkin', pill-poppin' Max finds that his demons come along for the ride. Though the details of the plot add up to your typical story of conspiracy and corruption, of the rich and powerful preying on the poor and helpless to become even more rich and powerful, the writing, acting, and presentation elevate this tale well above a boilerplate video game crime story.

It's hard to stay ambivalent once you see the horrors being suffered by the innocent here, and you'll likely want to see Max's quest for vengeance through to its conclusion just as badly as he does. Max reveals a complexity here not seen in earlier games, as he hits rock bottom and must either stay there or face his demons head-on and make himself anew. Other characters, too, reveal a surprising humanity. You might be tempted to write off Marcelo, the youngest brother in the wealthy Branco dynasty Max is hired to protect, as the shallow playboy he often appears to be. But in moments of disarming honesty, he reveals to Max a depth that lies beneath the facade he presents to the world.

Cutscenes use multiple moving panels to pay homage to the graphic-novel-style storytelling of previous games without feeling beholden to it, and the considered use of blurring and other visual effects echo Max's state of mind, perhaps making you feel as if you're the one who has been hitting the bottle a little too hard. James McCaffrey does an excellent job reprising his role as Max, bringing a wider range of emotions to a character who has previously often been one-note. The writing is terrific; Max's world-weary wit is as bone-dry as ever, and as he ruminates on things like loyalty and loss, much of what he says has the sound of hard-earned wisdom. Subtle touches throughout the game make Max seem convincingly alive, such as the complex look that crosses over his face at the start of one stage when bloodshed seems inevitable; it's as if he dreads what's coming, but does his best to mentally prepare himself for it.

Max Payne 3 has far more sunlight and color than earlier Max Payne games, but the menaces Max faces here are at least as dark as those he's faced before. The locales Max has to gun his way into or out of are alive with authenticity and detail. Nightclubs throb with dance music and light shows; children play soccer in the favelas; run-down hotels are packed with leftover junk from their earlier days of luxury. And it's not all tropical locations and bad Hawaiian shirts for Max Payne here; a few great flashbacks that take place in Hoboken, New Jersey, reflect the snowy weather and urban atmosphere of earlier Max Payne games, as well as Max's previous fashion sensibilities, and connect his new life with his old one.

Though some things may have changed for Max Payne, one thing that hasn't changed is his ability to blow bad guys away by the hundreds. Three aiming options for the campaign let you customize the gunplay to your liking: hard lock takes much of the challenge out of things, snapping on to the nearest enemy; soft lock sticks to enemies once you've got them in your sights; and free aim leaves it all up to you. Regardless of the option you choose, shooting in Max Payne 3 feels terrific. This is partially due to the game's unflinching violence. Bullets visibly tear through bodies, leaving holes that spurt blood as your enemies die. Each encounter with a group of enemies ends with a bullet cam, showing your final, fatal bullet soaring through the air and striking its target in grisly detail, and giving you the option to pump excessive, unnecessary ordnance into the poor bastard. It's a cathartic and satisfying way to end each firefight.

Bullet time, the defining mechanic of the Max Payne series, lends gunplay a cinematic intensity that remains exhilarating from the start of the substantial campaign until its finish some 12 hours or so later. When bullet time is enabled, you can see every pellet that bursts forth from a shotgun, every bullet that whizzes past your head. Windows break apart beautifully; concrete shatters to reveal the rebar underneath; and all other sorts of believable destruction to the world around you takes place as you and your enemies try to gun each other down.

Bullet time slows your enemies down significantly, letting you aim and fire faster than they can respond. But despite the significant edge this gives you over your foes, they are no pushovers. They make smart use of flanking tactics, so you need to stay aware of what's happening on all sides, and, yes, you need to make effective use of cover. There are still situations aplenty where an old-fashioned head-on approach can get the job done, but by and large, you need to approach combat in Max Payne 3 a bit more defensively than in past games.

Max's vulnerability, and the feeling of danger that accompanies it, makes combat much more nerve-racking than it was in earlier Max Payne games, but it does come with a downside: Max's signature shootdodge has suffered. You can still leap through the air in slow motion like a John Woo action hero, attempting to blow your foes away before you land, but because your enemies also make good use of cover, there's a good chance some of them won't be vulnerable to your airborne assault, and as you get up from the ground after a shootdodge, you're something of a sitting duck. The result is that you may end up using shootdodge from time to time not because it's a particularly effective tactic but because, risks be damned, it just looks so cool.