LAIKA Studios specializes in traditional stop-motion animation — but combines that with modern CGI effects and technology like 3D printing. A packed roster of talented artists seamlessly combines traditional techniques and modern movie making processes to create an experience unlike any other. Watch the people behind LAIKA describe the creative and practical process behind their work in this short.
The Shins latest video from their 2017 album Heatworms is a stop-motion affair — but not like any stop-motion you've ever seen. Made by LAMAR+NIK, the entire video was filmed on a white backdrop. Then, over 5,000 stickers were cut from almost 5,000 frames to create the animation.
Tick. Tick. Tick. That's the sound of time. In this minute-long supercut by Art of the Film, the films of Christopher Nolan count down in anticipation of the release of Dunkirk, the director's latest film.
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Dedicated to creating sustainably produced natural wines using certified organic grapes from California, Tinto Amorio's wines are among the most sought-after in the category. This sampler includes three bottles of three different varieties — Jajaja Glou Glou Red Wine, Bheeyo Skin-Contact Orange Wine, and the best-selling Monje Orange Wine. Fermented wild with native yeasts and made in limited quantities, they're perfect for elevated holiday gatherings.
With films like Requiem for a Dream and Black Swan, Darren Aronofsky isn't known for making subtle, easy-to-watch films. mother!, billed as a psychological thriller, definitely looks to be an Aronofsky work. Starting Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Ed Harris, the film is set for a September 15, 2017 release.
Spoiler warning. After years of waiting for these three dragons to grow up and their mom to find a place to finally use them in anger, HBO unleashed the nuclear option in "Spoils of War", the fourth episode of season seven. Dragon mom Daenerys met the Lannister army column escorting the haul from the sack of Highgarden — and all that was left was ashes. Cast and crew of Game of Thrones describe what it was like creating one of the biggest battles yet in a show full of them.
Treat your tired feet to the ultimate aprés recovery this winter with the OOcoozie Thermo Mule from OOFOS. The patented impact-absorbing OOfoam™ footbed goes beyond comfort to reduce stress on the body. Paired with a quilted, Primaloft upper for insulated warmth this modern mule is deal for sliding on when lounging around the house, warming up after a cold-weather run, or just running errands.
Whether you're saying thanks with a Grateful Box, sharing the celebration with a Thirsty Box, or sharing your feelings with a Loved Box, Joyful Co. has a curated selection of gifts ready to send this holiday season. Each signature box features exclusive items, including teas, snacks, candles, skincare, and more. For the holidays, they're offering 35% off site-wide, from December 1st through December 31st, 2024 — making it the perfect time to explore their premium gift collections. Whether you're sending it to a loved one far away or getting it delivered to your home for sharing with someone local, you'll enjoy free shipping and a 100% happiness guarantee.
24-year-old Chicago hip-hop phenom Chance the Rapper stopped by the Tiny Desk for a surprise performance. NPR staffers filled a stairwell to hear him, and he had a special track to share — a poem he'd written on the way from the hotel. Chance's laid-back songs and candid manner make this one of the most intimate Tiny Desk's ever.
The third and final film in Robert Rodriguez's Mexico Trilogy, Once Upon a Time in Mexico finds Johnny Depp as a CIA agent recruiting Antonio Banderas' El Mariachi to assassinate an assassin. Sitting in a cafe, Depp introduces Banderas to puerco pibil, a slow-roasted pork dish. Babish shows you how to create it yourself. And you can also watch director Robert Rodriguez make the dish himself here.