If you haven't seen Denis Villeneuve's Arrival, be warned that there are major spoilers ahead. Go watch it. And then come back to the Nerdwriter's exposition on how the film takes the safe-bet swill that Hollywood cranks out on a monthly basis and shreds it. Nerdwriter looks at the high concepts of Arrival — time, language, communication — and how a film is, in the words of Andrei Tarkovsky, "a mosaic made of time."
Apple pie, baseball, block-long cars, Woody Allen: few things are more American. From comedies, dramas, Oscar-winners and critical bombs, and the sordid rumors of his personal life, Woody has been kicking out nearly a film a year for over half a century. This retrospective from The Solomon Society breaks the director and actor's long career down into ten of his most fascinating, memorable lines.
The Alps stretch for over 750 miles across eight European countries, creating some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet. From the 15,000-foot peak of Mount Blanc and the legendary Matterhorn to the green foothills of Switzerland, the Alps have watched over the continent for millions of years. Joshua Cowan captured these images of the Alps in all their winter glory on a recent road trip through Europe. See more of Joshua's work on his Instagram page.
The fastest marathon shoe Nike has ever made just got a colorway to match. The Alphafly 3 arrives in Platinum Tint, Grey Fog, Iron Grey, and Metallic Silver, a clean, understated palette that lets the performance do the talking. The tech underneath hasn't changed: dual Air Zoom units and a carbon fiber Flyplate store and return energy with each step, while a fully connected ZoomX foam midsole delivers cushioning and responsiveness across all 26.2 miles. The lightest Alphafly ever, with a wider plate for increased stability, notched laces, and an integrated knit tongue that keeps things comfortable no matter the pace.
Collars & Co.'s Maverick Performance Pants bring tailored refinement to everyday movement. Cut from lightweight, technical fabric with built-in stretch and wrinkle resistance, they carry a polished silhouette that looks at home in the office, on a flight, or out for dinner. The performance-minded construction stays comfortable through hours of wear while keeping its shape and crispness without frequent touch-ups. It's the kind of pant that dresses up without feeling rigid and performs like activewear without sacrificing style. Ideal for anyone who wants one pair that does it all.
It's February, and February means Valentine's Day. Significant others the world over begin a mad scramble for flowers, chocolate, and all the things that supposedly say "I love you". Brad Hall was out of ideas and nearly came home to his sweetheart empty-handed, when he got a great idea: giving his wife his brand-new pair of Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Breds. Nothing says love like sneakers that won't even fit.
From the mass-production Beetle to the most successful endurance race car ever produced, the company founded by Ferdinand Porsche has become synonymous with performance. The heart of any performance machine is the motor, and the unique flat cylinder arrangement Porsche is famous for produces an aural assault unlike any other. Porsche pulled five of its most iconic vehicles from the Porsche Museum and recorded the exhaust notes for an official list of the best Porsche engine sounds.
The PBS carpentry classic This Old House and Nick Offerman go together like two sides of a dovetail joint. So it's only fitting that host Kevin O'Connor made the trip out to Los Angeles to visit Nick in his monument to woodworking. Nick takes Kevin on a tour of the grounds, and peppers the conversation with enough kiln-dried carpenter humor to fill an HBO special.
After saving the Earth with The Avengers, Thor decided to take some me time and head back to Australia. We catch up with the crown prince of Asgard and his roommate Darryl to see how things are going. Apparently, there's still a few kinks to work out.
Hair loss may be inevitable, but Nutrafol approaches it as a system worth optimizing, not disguising. Built around a whole-body philosophy, the brand's physician-formulated, drug-free supplements target the underlying drivers of thinning hair, including stress, hormones, metabolism, and aging, rather than relying on cosmetic fixes. Its Men 50+ formula reflects that precision, designed specifically for the biological shifts that come with age and clinically tested to support thicker, fuller hair, improved coverage, and reduced shedding in as little as three to six months. Backed by dozens of clinical studies and trusted by dermatologists and healthcare professionals, Nutrafol treats hair growth less like a quick intervention and more like long-term maintenance for a changing system.
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Tinto Amorío's Chaand Sampler brings together four standout natural wines crafted for the modern table. The centerpiece is Chaand, a limited-production red blend of Carignan and Zinfandel from Mendocino made through semi-carbonic maceration with only 250 cases produced. It's joined by three organic bottles: the cherry-forward Jajaja, the golden-hued, skin-contact Bheeyo, and the bright, tropical Monje. Each wine is vegan, low in sulfites, and made with zero added sugar, showcasing clean, minimal-intervention winemaking at its best. Whether you're gifting or hosting, this collection captures the artistry and vibrance of natural wine culture in every pour. Enjoy 15% off orders of $50+ with code UNCRATE15.
You would only expect a duo as eclectic as Daft Punk to have similarly eclectic influences. From Gary Numan to Tron, the two take inspiration not just from music, but from film and art. This side-by-side comparison shows some of the ways Daft Punk has referenced or been inspired over the last 20 years.
Gordon Ramsay is known for his french cuisine and fiery personality. For this challenge, the fast-talking chef tries to keep his temper in check to guide an amateur cook through a crab cake recipe. The trick is, they can't see each other.