It takes a lot of work to animate a LEGO movie. Each character, environment, vehicle, cloud, or anything else you see on the screen is made of individual bricks — pieced together like a digital LEGO set. The actual animation isn't traditional either. A stop-motion technique is used, where any changes in expression or other deformations are created by swapping out parts for ones with the desired geometry on a frame-by-frame basis. WIRED looks at this and other technical details that bring bricks to life on the big screen.
No, it's 1990. DisneyXD is bringing back Huey, Dewey, Louie and their great-uncle Scrooge McDuck for a DuckTales reboot. Along with the adventure-seeking family of ducks, you'll also see familiar faces like Launchpad McQuack, Duckworth, and Gyro Gearloose. The voice cast includes David Tennant, Danny Pudi, Ben Schwartz, and SNL's Bobby Moynihan and will begin with a 21-episode first season this summer.
This slick supercut of panning shots never stops moving — to the right. Another great edit by Candice Drouet, the motion of the moving picture is on full display in this kinetic collection.
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The HP Smart Tank 6001 is the ultimate all-in-one printer, delivering high-volume, cost-efficient, and high-quality printing for any need. With up to two years of ink included, users can print up to 8,000 color pages or 6,000 black pages before needing a refill, reducing both costs and waste. Featuring automatic two-sided printing, borderless color prints, and seamless mobile printing via the HP Smart App, the Smart Tank 6001 is effortless to use. From crisp text documents to frame-worthy photos, the Smart Tank 6001 ensures premium-quality prints while making printing convenient and worry-free.
Even if you don't realize it, you've probably seen the font Futura many times. The sharp, geometrical typeface has become a favorite among directors Stanley Kubrick and Wes Anderson, as well as artist Barbra Kruger. But the German-born type had a pretty rough beginning. Designed by Paul Renner in 1927, the font was first attacked by Hitler and the Nazi regime after its creator was arrested and exiled for his anti-Nazi essay. After the war, the typeface of the future earned world-wide attention when it was used on Apollo 11 to go where no man had gone before.
Extreme spice can do crazy things to people. When you take someone who's already a little out there, it can make them downright delirious. Case in point: Russel Brand. During his Hot Ones challenge, the comic finds the path to enlightenment through a series of spicy vegan wings, which eventually leads him to an impromptu show tunes tribute to the show's superfan Brett Baker.
Simple and understated, Aspinal of London's Boston Duffle Travel Bag is luxury without excess. Handcrafted from fine full-grain leather, the single-opening duffle shape fits all the essentials needed for a weekend getaway or trip to the gym. Inside is a beautiful Argyle silk lining. Rugged top handles and a detachable shoulder strap make it the perfect grab-and-go.
Revolutionizing skincare with a minimalist, results-driven approach, Zen Dew simplifies the glow-up without compromising effectiveness. The brand cuts through the clutter of endless routines and overwhelming products, offering intentional and effortless skincare solutions. Their standout product, Violet Aura, is a toner formulated with 73% Korean Rice Milk, 2% Salicylic Acid, and 2% Niacinamide—a potent blend that brightens, clears blemishes, and hydrates without irritation. Unlike traditional water-based toners, Zen Dew's formula uses Korean Rice Milk as its base, leading to 99% of consumers reporting smoother skin in just two weeks. Free from silicones, sulfates, and parabens — and entirely vegan — Zen Dew champions clean, healthy skin with a modern, uncomplicated approach.
In the desert of New Mexico stand buildings that look like they might have come from the future — or another planet. The brainchild of architect Mike Reynolds, these earthships were born from the oil crisis of the 1970s. Completely self-sustaining and built with repurposed materials like tires and bottles, Reynolds' designs aim to introduce a more eco-friendly and affordable shelter for people across the globe.
Buckle your swashes — the last adventure in the Pirates of the Caribbean series is just a few months away. Captain Jack Sparrow is going through a bit of a rough patch, in addition to being hunted down by the pirate-hating, formerly alive Captain Salazar and his crew of zombie sailors. The only way he can hope to escape is by finding the legendary Trident of Poseidon, and he's going to need a lot of help to get it. Johnny Depp and Javier Bardem star in Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, coming to theaters May 26, 2017.
