Freddy was noticeably absent at Contamination 2011 (jerk), but the weekend saw other key players. Check out our slideshow for photos that might even haunt your dreams.

​This weekend's science fiction/horror/generally strange aesthetic festival, Contamination 2011, had its unfair share of prize moments. The Sheraton Wesport Chalet was a hub of moderately famous meetings (Sean Patrick Flanery from The Boondock Saints, actor Eric Roberts) and cult B-level classics (Kung Fu Rascals, Never Too Young To Die) on constant rotation in its side theater. It also had lots (and lots) of gore and action figures. While you take a look at our photo slideshow of the weekend's eclectic schedule, Daily RFT has documented the five coolest aspects of Contamination 2011.

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Liz Garbus' documentary, Bobby Fischer Against the World, made its premiere at the Tivoli Theatre last night.

​The most stunning moment of Bobby Fischer Against the World, the documentary making its premiere at the Tivoli Theatre last night, would be easy to miss if it weren't so eerie.

The charming, 29-year-old chess genius has just won the single greatest match of his life -- and maybe the game's history. During an interview after the fact, his eyes are flat, and when asked what the next chapter of his life holds, his answer is, "My goal is to play a lot more chess. I feel I haven't played enough chess."

That wild, unseeing passion characterized the dynamic life onscreen at the Tivoli last night. Around 300 people showed up for the event, which both celebrated the documentary and highlighted the success of the St. Louis chess scene -- which is gaining a reputation as the chess capital of the country.

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As furiously typed onto my laptop -- while sitting in my car -- following the St. Louis premiere of The Other Guys...

Photos: Jason Stoff

Ferrell: Wants matching necklace to wear "key to St. Louis" around his neck.

​Ferrell and Wahlberg were late to arrive to the Chesterfield Galaxy 14 Cinema last night. The crowd was massive and psyched. Security had to construct barricades to make room for all the extra people.

Apart from Ferrell and Wahlberg, the cavalcade of celebrities was thin. There was an unexpected appearance from Don King, who came out to enjoy the spotlight and talk up the Devon Alexander fight. He also shared the stage with Ozzie Smith for a moment.

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Ferrell and Wahlberg finally arrived, but took their time making it to the stage. In a show of class, Ferrell walked all the way to the fans who were furthest away to shake hands and sign some autographs. He and Wahlberg spent a good 30 minutes working the crowd before taking the stage.
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​It was a hot day for a PrideFest Parade, even for those stripped down to their Speedos, tighty-whiteys, or leather gimps' skirts. But the heat did not deter the colorful revelers on South Grand yesterday marching in the annual Pride Parade. RFT photographer Steve Truesdell was on hand and offers a full slideshow from PrideFest 2010 in St. Louis.

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Here's a collection of photos from Tuesday afternoon's protest outside the office of Sen. Claire McCaskill on Delmar Boulevard, by those decrying Israel's attack Monday on a group of ships that were trying to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza strip -- and by supporters of Israel. Israel and Eygpt have blocked delivery of supplies to Gaza for the past three years out of their concern over the potential for delivery of weapons to Hamas, which gained control over the Palestinian portion of Gaza after the Palestinian parliamentary elections in 2006. Photos by Kholood Eid.

"I am a Jew and I find it repulsive what's being done in my name, the murder of human rights activists bringing aid to people under siege," said Michael Berg of St. Louis.

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If you're one of the seven people who didn't watch the Lost finale last night -- or see any of the show, ever -- you can breathe a little easier this morning. Drive-time radio talkers won't be wheezing about it on-air any longer and publications ranging from your uncle's blog to the New York Times won't waste any more words on it. Here's a recap of our weekend coverage.

Human Chess Game in the Central West End

Photo: Nick Schnelle

Pro boxer Ryan Coyne (black team), gestures to St. Louis Blues player Cam Janssen (second from left, backwards cap) as he's about to attack him. See more photos from the human chess game here.

​ On Friday afternoon, a human chess game got underway in the Central West End at the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis, in conjunction with the national chess championships, being held through Tuesday. Photographer Nick Schnelle brings back these photos of the human chess game.

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Leitch, not last night at Left Bank Books.

​It's just after after nine o'clock Thursday night at Left Bank Books downtown, and Will Leitch is still going strong.

The writer-turned-blogger-turned-writer-again is seated at a desk in front of cookbooks and to the left of glossy-covered hardbacks on interior design and gardening. A line of about 30 white 20-somethings -- you know, stereotypical sports-blog guys -- has formed, waiting for Leitch to sign his new book.

"How you doing, sir?" he energetically asks before he opens the cover to Are We Winning? Fathers, Sons, and the Great Game in the New Century, his third book. He grabs one of the six pens next to him.

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Update: It turns out that an employee of Break Time -- Chris Shaw -- is the Powerball winner.

He tells Missourinet.com:

"I just knew it was big. I sold tickets all day yesterday. When I worked yesterday, I sold tickets all day, and then at the end of my shift I went ahead and bought a ticket and I bought my girlfriend a ticket. Then this morning she called me and told me that this store had sold it, we had sold it, and I thought no way, you know," Shaw said.

The story goes on to say:

Shaw mentioned he had just purchased a truck from a friend Wednesday night (he didn't find out that he won until Thursday morning). He was going to pay $100 a month for the truck. When asked if he'd buy a different truck now, it was clear the reality of his win hadn't sunk in yet.

"I don't know. I don't know I'll probably at least fix the motor in it you know what I mean? But I don't know if I'll buy, I don't know. Right now it's still a shock and awe, I can't even imagine that," Shaw said.

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A gas station attendant in Marshall, Missouri has sold a Powerball ticket now worth $258.5 million, after the numbers were picked during Wednesday night's drawing for the multi-state mega lottery.

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The Break Time location is at 1000 West College Street in Marshall, a town located between Kansas City and Columbia. Daily RFT called the gas station this morning, but after a few audible sighs on the other end of the line, it was evident the business has been inundated with media calls. (The hang-up hammered that sentiment home.) One would guess the management would be in good spirits, as the business is due to receive $50,000 from Powerball for selling the winning ticket.
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​TNA Wrestling brought its pay-per-view "Lockdown" to St. Louis yesterday (well, St. Charles anyway) and like any rasslin' event worth its tights included an impressive array of acrobatics and dirty tricks.

Here, in ascending order, are the Top 5:
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​TNA Wrestling brought its pay-per-view "Lockdown" to St. Louis yesterday (well, St. Charles anyway) and like any rasslin' event worth its tights included an impressive array of acrobatics and dirty tricks.

Here, in ascending order, are the Top 5:
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