SoundWorks sits down with MIssion Impossible: Ghost Protocol Director Brad Bird, Composer Michael Giacchino, Supervising ADR Editor Gwen Whittle Yates, and Supervising Sound Editor Richard Hymns to discuss their mission to get the perfect sound.
Julianne Moore (Sarah Palin), Ed Harris (John McCain), and Woody Harrelson (Steve Schmidt) headline HBO's movie adaptation of political journalists John Heilemann and Mark Halperin's book following the 2008 presidential election. Premieres March 2012 on HBO.
The return to routine deserves a wardrobe that can keep pace. Nike's Back to School Collection is built for wherever the season takes you. The Nike Par ADV Golf Jacket delivers weather-ready protection from the first tee to rainy commutes, while the Nike Club Wool Varsity Jacket brings timeless athletic style into cooler evenings. Heading beyond the pavement, the ACG "Misery Ridge" GORE-TEX Jacket is ready for changing mountain conditions. Complete the look with vintage icons like the Air Jordan 4 Retro or lace up the Nike Alphafly 3 when it's time to chase your next personal best. Whether you're heading back to campus, back to the office, or simply back into your routine, Nike's latest collection is built for the season ahead.
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Duke Cannon's Big Ass Brick of Soap is exactly what the name promises: an oversized bar built for long-lasting performance rather than quick replacements. This Costco-exclusive four-pack bundles four hefty 10-ounce bars, each crafted to deliver a rich lather and substantial feel that easily outlasts ordinary soap. With bold signature scents and the brand's unmistakably no-nonsense approach to grooming, it's a practical upgrade that keeps the shower stocked for months while offering exceptional value in a warehouse-sized package.
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The *!@# best of Jimmy Kimmel's *!@# This Week in Unnecessary Censorship for 2011.
Take the next hour out of your day and watch BBC's documentary of Steve Jobs.
Improv Everywhere's latest mission is to complete Matt Adams' documentary based on their pranks and the people behind them. Support the project by making a donation and possibly be featured as one of their pantless pranksters.
Martin Scorsese, Jack Nicholson, Ron Howard, and Robert De Niro are just a few in the impressive lineup of Hollywood icons paying tribute to Roger Corman's alternative approach to making movies and growing cult film empire. The 90-minute documentary follows the last 60 years of fast and cheap independent filmmaking from the B-movie king. In select theaters December 16, 2011.
As the school year ramps up, so does time spent online, making back-to-school season a natural time to refresh your digital security. Webroot offers flexible protection for computers, phones, and tablets, with standalone options or multi-device bundles covering everything from suspicious links and malware to network monitoring and password management. Built to work quietly in the background, Webroot uses less device space and installs and scans quickly, helping keep everyday browsing, homework, and family routines running smoothly without unnecessary interruptions. With plans for one, three, or five devices and savings of up to 40%, it's a straightforward way to add a little more peace of mind to the new school year.
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HairMax's LaserBand 272 brings clinical hair-growth technology into a form factor designed for convenience, combining 272 medical-grade lasers with a flexible, hands-free design that treats the entire scalp in as little as 90 seconds per session. Using low-level laser therapy to stimulate hair follicles and promote healthier, denser-looking hair, the device offers a non-invasive approach for men and women seeking to address thinning without adding another complicated step to the routine. The patented band design parts the hair automatically to maximize laser delivery, while its cordless operation keeps the process refreshingly simple. More than a grooming gadget, the LaserBand 272 represents a high-tech approach to hair restoration that prioritizes speed and ease alongside proven light-based therapy.
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Either out of love or fear of a chokeslam, Rhett Dashwood puts his sister — Australian professional wrestler Tenille Tayla — in the spotlight as she shares what it takes to make it in professional wrestling and her journey to the WWE.
The Paint it Orange campaign for The Richard Burns Foundation released this short film highlighting the life of rally car driver Richard Burns on the tenth anniversary of his 2001 World Rally Championship win. Proceeds go to to help others with their battle against cancer and neurological illnesses.