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Rams
His 10 principles are a part of basic design training worldwide. His work for Braun and Vitsœ is both highly-functional and museum-worthy. Rams is a documentary about Dieter and his work, helmed by Gary Hustwit — the director of Helvetica, and thus well-versed in geeky design detail — and soundtracked by none other than Brian Eno. Coming December 2018.
They Shall Not Grow Old
Using original 100-year-old footage of World War I, Peter Jackson is giving soldiers the cinematic tribute they deserve. The film has pulled over 600 hours of BBC archival interviews and clips from the Imperial War Museums' archives and remastered it using today's state-of-the-art restoration, colorization, and 3D technologies to give an authentic look at The Great War from the perspective of the British soldiers. The documentary will be in select theaters December 17th and 27th.
Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle
Disney had their shot at The Jungle Book, now Andy Serkis is putting a darker spin on the Rudyard Kipling classic. The story follows Mowgli's childhood in the jungles of India, cared for by a pack of wolves. Unlike the sing-alongs we're used to, this version shows more of the realities of living in the presence of an angry Bengal tiger. Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Naomie Harris, and Serkis himself lend their voices while Rohan Chand takes on the title character. The film will have a limited release on November 29th and then will head to Netflix December 7, 2018.
Homecoming
Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail crafts up another mind-bending thriller for Amazon. Based on the Gimlet podcast, the series follows former caseworker Julia Roberts who previously worked at a shady government facility that supposedly helps soldiers transition back to civilian life. Her mysterious departure sparks the attention of a Department of Defense auditor and things get weirder from there. Also staring Stephan James and Sissy Spacek, the show will premiere November 2, 2018.
Bohemian Rhapsody
The greatest voice in the history of rock — and nearly any other genre. One of the most loved entertainers ever in one of the biggest bands of all time — Freddie Mercury and Queen have no parallel in music history. Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates Mercury and Queen in a biopic that traces their rise to fame and the genre-busting music that got them there. Starring Rami Malek, the film comes to theaters on November 2, 2018.
The Truth About Vinyl
It's become one of the greatest debates of the modern age: Is vinyl better than digital? Vinyl records have experienced a resurgence in the last few years, with claims of better sound fidelity versus the digital format. Real Engineering tries to settle the debate once and for all by analyzing the science behind the two competing formats.
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Quip All-Black Electric Toothbrush
Brushing your teeth is good for your oral health, but now it can do good for other's as well. When you get or gift a quip All-Black Electric Toothbrush, not only do you get the sonic benefits of their minimalist design, you also give oral care access and education to disadvantaged families because every purchase will help benefit the ADA Foundation. Each set comes with their signature brush in a limited edition monochromatic hue that features a timer, guiding pulses, multi-use travel cover and all-black brush heads delivered every 3 months for just $5.
*For each All-Black brush sold during the promotion through Feb. 1, 2019, quip will donate $5 to the ADA Foundation, up to a maximum of $250,000. Offer not valid in AL, AR, CT, GA, IL, HI, MA, MS, NH, NJ, SC and UT.
Presented by quip.
Danner Mountain 600 Weatherized Boot
Designed to withstand the climate and terrain of the Pacific Northwest, Danner's Mountain 600 boot is built to meet the chill of winter head-on. Each pair is built with Vibram's SPE midsole for comfort and flexibility, and a Vibram Fuga outsole to help provide first-rate traction on icy, wet surfaces. The upper is comprised of the strongest and most durable full-grain leather on the market, and Danner put it through six different tests before making their final selection. Available just in time for the cold the Mountain 600 has 200G PrimaLoft insulation, fleece lining, minimal seams, and Danner Dry waterproof protection so they're prepared to keep your feet dry and warm all winter long.
Presented by Danner.
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Triple Frontier
Five former Special Forces operatives are about to go on the mission of their lives but this time, their country won't be backing them. Made up of Ben Affleck, Oscar Isaac, Charlie Hunnam, Garrett Hedlund, and Pedro Pascal, the team heads to a remote multi-border zone in South America to use their skills to steal money from a deadly cartel. The film will premiere on Netflix in March 2019.
Dynasties
For four years, Sir David Attenborough traveled across the globe to document the world's five greatest dynasties. Rather than showcasing royal families, these are the clans that rule the animal kingdom. Unfortunately, their legacies are all in danger. The five-part series will follow their fight for survival when it premieres on BBC Earth in 2019.
Mortal Engines
Peter Jackson has returned to gift us with a new epic adventure. Based on the Philip Reeve novels, the film takes place in a post-apocalyptic steampunk nightmare. Civilization has been destroyed and humans are now roaming the earth in giant mobile cities, battling each other along the way. Starring Robert Sheehan, Hera Hilmar, Hugo Weaving, Jihae, Leila George, Ronan Raftery, and Stephen Lang, Mortal Engines is slated for release December 14, 2018.
Our Planet
Netflix is about to give the BBC a run for its money — or gorgeous, multi-part nature documentaries. Sir David Attenborough has signed on as the narrator for the streaming company's Our Planet, a stunning look at planet Earth and the environments and wildlife that sustain us all. The series will premiere in April of 2019.
Overlord
Zombies overtake WWII in this J. J. Abrams genre-bending production. The film follows a group of U.S. paratroopers that have landed in Nazi territory. As they head deeper into enemy lines, they realize the regime has been dabbling in the supernatural to help them win the war. Starring Jovan Adepo, Jacob Anderson, Pilou Asbæk, Iain De Caestecker, John Magaro, and Wyatt Russell, Overlord is slated for release November 9, 2018.
Glass
This is it — the last installment in the Unbreakable trilogy. Glass finds all three characters from Unbreakable and Split together in a psych ward being studied as research subjects with delusions of grandeur until Samuel L. Jackson's Elijah Price unleashes The Beast and lets him loose on society, exposing the world of heroes and villains. Bruce Willis and James McAvoy also reprise their roles when the film comes to theaters January 18, 2019.
True Detective / Season 3
Mahershala Ali heads to the Ozarks but not for that show. The Moonlight actor is headlining the third season of HBO's True Detective. The series appears to return to its dark, gritty roots, taking place in Arkansas during three different time periods as Ali investigates the disappearance of two children in the 1980s. Penned once again by Nic Pizzolatto, the show returns January 13, 2019.
Anna and the Apocalypse
Joy to the end of the world, zombies have come. Deemed Shaun of the Dead meets La La Land, a hoard of the undead have invaded the town of Little Haven on Christmas causing residents to fight and sing for their lives. The film had its official premiere last year at Fantastic Fest but will make its way to theaters on November 30, 2018, just in time for the holidays.
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Coinmine One Cryptocurrency Miner
Up to this point, mining cryptocurrencies has required a lot of technical know-how. The Coinmine One Cryptocurrency Miner aims to make it as easy as possible. Developed with the backing of Coinbase, this plug-and-play machine runs Mine OS, a new mission-specific operating system. Over-the-air updates let it adapt to changing protocols and adopt new ones, and unlike most standalone units, it uses only 120W — about as much as a PS3 — and produces only 40 decibels of noise. You can monitor your earnings from an app, mine Ethereum, Ethereum Classic, Monero, and Z-Cash right out of the box, and will be in great position to mine the currencies of the future with minimal effort.
Presented by Coinmine.
Plum Wine Dispenser
With the ability to identify, chill, pour, and preserve, the Plum wine preserver combines all wine gadgets into one sleek package. Select your bottle and insert it into the appliance. Inside, a camera scans the label to identify the wine and automatically begin cooling to the ideal temperature. Whether it's a cork or metal screw cap, a double-cored needle punctures the top. As wine is released, argon gas fills the bottle to help prevent oxidation. A single canister can preserve up to 150 bottles, keeping each one fresh for up to 90 days so when you're ready, a perfect glass of wine is always waiting to be poured — a valuable feature during the holidays.
Presented by Plum.
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Good Omens
It's the end of the world. Based on the fantasy novel by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, the miniseries follows demon David Tennant and angel Michael Sheen who try to save their 6,000-year friendship and their cushy lives on Earth by preventing the upcoming Armageddon. The six-part serial will also star Jon Hamm, Mireille Enos, and Michael McKean and will stream on Amazon Prime starting in 2019.
Deadly Class
The Russo Brothers take a break from the Marvel Universe to hop on the production side of another comic book series. Based on the graphic novels written by Rick Remender, the show will follow Marcus as he begins training in an underground school for aspiring assassins Deadly Class will premiere on January 21, 2019.
The Gymkhana Files
Ken Block created the best-known driving series on the planet 10 years ago. Racking up millions of views and creating some of the most viral videos ever, Block has made it a mission to keep topping himself. Now you can get a backstage pass to all the action that goes on behind the camera in The Gymkhana Files, coming to Amazon Prime Video on November 16, 2018.
The Ultimate Cheeseburger
Chef Matty Matheson knows how to make the ultimate cheeseburger, and back in 2014, he showed VICE's Munchies how he does it. Four years later, Matty is back with a big improvement on the already-untouchable original that does the impossible — improves on perfection.
How Spies Use Disguises
The stereotypical James Bond-esque spy doesn't need disguises. Disguises almost seem a relic of campy Hollywood B-movies in the post-WWII, tech-laden spy era, but they're used far more often than what we mere mortals would believe. The CIA even has a Chief of Disguise and Jonna Mendez was the Agency's guru. In this interview with WIRED, Mendez explains how the best spy agency in the world uses disguises and how it takes more than makeup to make on effective.
Mary Queen of Scots
Mary Stuart became the Queen of France at the age of 16. By 18, she was a widow returning to her native Scotland, a country under the rule of England and Queen Elizabeth the First. When Queen Mary makes a claim to the throne, a conflict ensues between the two queens and their countries. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie, Mary Queen of Scots comes to theaters December 21, 2018.
