Oscar-winning films The Black Swan and Whiplash have two things in common: Artists obsessed with attaining success. For Nina, Natalie Portman's character in The Black Swan, this means getting the role of the White Swan. In Whiplash, Miles Tiller's role as Andrew finds the young student dreaming of joing the studio band at the Schaffer Conservatory. Lessons from the Screenplay examines the lengths these characters are willing to go to secure their dreams.
Fire, explosions, robots, insane speeds, and science — it's all here in Netflix's White Rabbit Project. Kari Byron, Tory Belleci, and Grant Imahara put some of history's greatest inventions, crimes, and more to the scientific test. From the producers of Mythbusters, White Rabbit Project comes to Netflix December 9, 2016.
Most celebrities don't like reliving their past works. But if Tom Hanks has shown us anything, it's that he's not like most celebrities. He's already been seen performing the Big rap on multiple outlets, and now he's bringing back another one of his beloved characters. While on The Graham Norton Show, Hanks reminds us all why we love him so much when he recites a scene from Forrest Gump.
Nike brings performance-focused construction to the course with the Rise Golf Hat. Built with a structured six-panel design, it uses moisture-wicking fabric alongside Dri-FIT ADV technology to help manage heat and sweat during long rounds. An Aero Brim provides added shade, while the SwooshFlex fit delivers a secure, comfortable feel on and off the course. Designed for all types of play, the Rise balances technical performance with a clean, versatile look suited for both the fairway and the clubhouse.
Bar soap rarely gets an upgrade, but the Duke Cannon Soap Puck rethinks the format with a compact, palm-sized design built for grip, portability, and longevity. Triple-milled for a denser, longer-lasting bar, it delivers a rich lather while holding up better than typical soaps, making it just as suited for daily showers as it is for gym bags and travel kits. Formulated with natural oils and free of phthalates, it cleans without overcomplicating things, while the rounded puck shape feels deliberate in hand. It's a small shift in form that turns a basic essential into something more considered and durable.
It's not a new Wes Anderson film but it's the next best thing. The director adds his quirky flair to this ad for H&M that has all the Christmas feels. In true Anderson fashion, the short is full of tracking shots, pastel hues, smooth camera pans, and Adrien Brody.
4.2 seconds. That's exactly how long it took to film the entire video for OK Go's latest single, "The One Moment". The eclectic band takes the combination of math and music to the next level, using slow-motion video to stretch a brief moment into a four minute long music video.
In just over two weeks, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story will open. This is last trailer before release, and a new-old enemy looks like he might make an appearance: Grand Moff Tarkin, played by Peter Cushing. Although Cushing died in 1994, there are rumors that he was digitally recreated for a role in the film. We'll know for sure when Rogue One finally lands in theaters on December 16, 2016.
Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch's triptych The Garden of Earthly Delights has become one of the most indecipherable and studied paintings in history. Dating from between 1490 to 1510, scholars have tried to interpret the panels, but have largely failed to form a consensus. Studio Smack was chosen to reinterpret the painting, and did so with a stunning animation that puts a modern twist on the classic image.
Performance eyewear gets a purpose-built edge with REKS Golf sunglasses, designed specifically for the demands of the course. At the core are Color-Boosting Trivex lenses that enhance contrast and depth perception, making it easier to track the ball in flight and read subtle breaks on the green with precision. Unlike standard shades, the non-polarized design preserves visual cues critical for distance judgment, while anti-reflective coatings and 100% UV protection keep vision clear in changing light. Paired with lightweight, unbreakable frames built for all-day comfort, the result is a focused upgrade that sharpens your game without adding distractions.
Guided by the philosophy of Colin Chapman—"simplify, then add lightness"—Nike strips back the design with the Ava X. The silhouette focuses on weight reduction without sacrificing structure, pairing a textile upper with synthetic leather overlays for durability. Underfoot, a Cushion 3.0 midsole provides responsive cushioning, while a high-abrasion outsole adds grip across varied conditions. The result is a lightweight trainer built with a more streamlined, functional approach.
Katsuhiro Otomo's groundbreaking anime film Akira not only introduced the genre to millions, it also pushed the boundaries of what was possible in animation. Every frame is painstakingly animated and detailed, but one of the most fantastic aspects is the lighting. The Nerdwriter looks at Akira, animation, and the role of lighting in conveying mood and substance.
One of the greatest technological achievements of the First World War was the gun synchronizer. It allowed for the mounting of guns firing through an airplane's propeller, turning the entire machine into a weapons platform. The Slo Mo Guys built a mockup of a WWI fighter aircraft and filmed the operation of the synchronization gear at over 120,000 frames per second.