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DC Gets More Time in the Spotlight Thanks to 'State of Play'

April 17, 2009 at 3:25 PM | by cmb | 0 Comments

It would be easier to list the stars that don't appear in the film, "State Of Play". The thriller, about the dying newspaper biz and dirty politics, stars Ben Affleck, Russell Crowe, Rachel McAdams, Helen Mirren, Jason Bateman, Robin Wright Penn, and 2009's most talked about city thanks to our new prez, Washington D.C. The city's history sets the stage for all of the movie's suspense and drama. Here's a guide to touring D.C., "State of Play" style.

Where to Stay:
According to IMDb, at least one scene in the movie was filmed at the Americana Hotel in Arlington, VA. The hotel sounds pretty basic and is located next to a highway but it does have a reputation for being clean and having a friendly staff. The price is right too, rates start at $94 a night.

Where to Eat:
Ben’s Chili Bowl, 1213 U St. NW, was recently named one of our “Top Five Cheap Eats Spots for Inauguration”. But that's not all it has going for it. Ben's is a Washington institution, and more importantly, can be seen in "State of Play". Try their Bill Cosby’s Original Chili Half-Smoke, a 1/4lb. half pork and beef smoked sausage on a warm steamed bun and topped with mustard, onions and Ben’s spicy homemade chili sauce for $5.20, unless you’re Bill Cosby or Barack Obama, then you can have whatever you want for free.

What to See:
Since 1971, The Kennedy Center has strived to fulfill JFK’s vision to “present the greatest performers and performances from across America and around the world, nurture new works and young artists, and serve the nation as a leader in arts education". It also happens to be featured in "State Of Play". The Kennedy Center is the nation’s busiest performing arts center, hosting nearly 2000 events a year, so no matter when you visit D.C. you will be able to catch the National Symphony Orchestra, a ballet performance or a touring Broadway show. A calendar of upcoming shows and tickets are available at Kennedy-Center.org.

Related Stories:
· Americana Hotel [Trip Advisor]
· 'State of Play' impresses with political intrigue, journalism [USA Today]
· Movie Set Travel [Jaunted]

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