Things To Do In Dallas Tonight: July 18

In case you didn’t see this story over the weekend, I’d like to introduce Kenneth Robinson, opportunistic genius. He just moved into a nice subdivision in Flower Mound after acquiring his new residence for a $16 courthouse filing fee, some research into a little-known Texas law called “adverse possession,” and a perfect storm of confusion over the mortgage. Shockingly enough, the neighbors are less than thrilled, especially since the police can’t really kick him out. It’s a civil matter, not criminal. I think we can all learn something from this man.

First things first. If you are in any way interested in partaking in KRLD Restaurant Week next month, you can make reservations starting today. The popular places and weekend slots go fast, obviously.

Over at the Magnolia  Theatre, the Asian Film Festival, which started over the weekend, continues with the fest’s first block of short films and I Am, a fairly personal documentary that examines coming out as lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender in India and the director’s inability to do so to her own mother. The late-night screening, Enemy at the Dead End, is described as “Oldboy set in a hospital room.” Uh, awesome. Sign me up for more 3 AM nightmares.

On a side note: the English-language remake of Oldboy is now a Spike Lee joint. Which just makes me feel totally strange on top of all the squicky feelings that movie already gives me. Anyway, the festival continues through Thursday with a variety of other films, and Art&Seek has a Q&A with SMU alum Alicia Chang, the new executive director. Try West Village’s newest dining addition, Malai Kitchen, for dinner and drinks. It’s excellent.

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