Photo by specimenlifeMOVIE: Last weekend, 30 D.C. teams set out to make an “eco-themed short film” in just 48 short hours. Come see their six-minute efforts, focused on themes like “animals,” “the forest” and “the sea,” tonight during the “48 Go Green” screening at AFI Silver Theater (8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring). 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $11.
>> The lack of historical accuracy in the 1966 movie Rasputin: The Mad Monk is part of what makes it entertaining. Check it out tonight during a Washington Psychotronic Film Society screening tonight at The Passenger (1021 7th Street NW). 8 p.m. Free, but a donation is suggested.
MUSIC: Theophilus London, Ninjasonik, Roll Wit Us All Stars and Harry Hotter play the U Street Music Hall (1115A U Street NW). 9 p.m. $12 in advance / $15 at the door.
>> Julieta Venegas and Nayas take the stage at the State Theatre (220 North Washington Street, Falls Church). 8:30 p.m. $47.50.
>> Brandon Butler, who was a part of the band Boy’s Life, takes the stage alone tonight at Iota (2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington). Small Doses also performs. 8:30 p.m. $10.
POETRY: Gayle Danley and Mother Ruckus compete in tonight’s Beltway Poetry Slam at The Fridge (516 8th Street SE, rear alley) and so can you. Sign up to perform your poetry at 7:30 p.m.; the show starts at 8. $5 suggested donation.
FOOD & DRINK: Belga Café (514 8th Street SE) is hosting a Belgian beer tasting tonight, at which participants will sample and learn about Trappist beers. Call (202) 544-0100 to save your spot. 6:30 p.m. $49.
