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Tomb Raider
Her father is missing, and stumbling onto a secret leads her to where she thinks he might be. Discovering a plot that could hold the fate of the world in the balance, Lara Croft is the only one that can stop it. Starring Alicia Viklander, the reboot of the Tomb Raider franchise is scheduled for a Spring 2018 release.
The Shape Of Water VFX
When the lead character is a humanoid amphibian, you can almost guarantee the film is going to have a fair amount of CGI. Top that with a period time-line and a government-run facility and you'll find yourself in a totally rendered world. In this video, the VFX masterminds behind Shape of Water reveal how the made Guillermo del Toro's vision a reality.
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Matt Damon's Ford v Ferrari Sunglasses
Seen on the face of Matt Damon in his role of Carroll Shelby in Ford vs. Ferrari, Entourage of 7's Beacon 1020 sunglasses are a screen-worthy addition to your style arsenal. Not to be confused by imitators or knock-offs, the real sunglasses made by Entourage of 7 sport two dice showing the total number of 7 at each temple hinge. They're also worn by Michael Douglas in The Kominsky Method, an example of their timeless versatility. An Uncrate Exclusive, they're handmade in Japan of translucent Zyl acetate made from cotton and supported by titanium hinges with double rivets. Each arrives with a leather case that folds flat for easy storage.
Size: 51-23-145 mm
Uncrate is an authorized online retailer of Entourage of 7 sunglasses.
Everlane Uniform
After 213 different tests, Everland has crafted the ultimate collection of everyday essentials. Uniform offers 12 basic pieces that look great and will keep looking great for a whole year. From their t-shirts to their denim, each item has been put through its paces, ensuring they won't fade, stretch, shrink, or fall apart. To erase any doubt, they've backed the entire collection with a 365-day guarantee.
Presented by Everlane.
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130 Years of National Geographic
With its signature yellow border and stunning photography, the National Geographic cover stands as one of the most iconic in history. To see how it came to be, the magazine is going back to where it all started. This time-lapse begins with the very first issue from 1888 and goes through 130 years in just two minutes, highlighting the most memorable milestones alone the way.
Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049 Side-by-Side
Making a sequel to a beloved film 35 years later is no easy task. Pleasing fans, being original, and keeping the feel of the original is a lot to juggle — not to mention writing a compelling story without plagiarizing from the first film. Director Denis Villeneuve and crew did a phenomenal job with Blade Runner 2049. In this side-by-side video essay, Thomas Flight shows how they captured the setting with retelling the same story.
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Victorinox Swiss Army Carbon Mechanical Watch
Already known for their toughness, the latest addition to the I.N.O.X. line adds a carbon case for a new level of strength. The lightweight, space-tested carbon composite is highly resistant to both scratches and heat and houses a highly visible face with luminous hands and indexes protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The timepiece is powered by Swiss-made automatic movement Sellita SW200 with a 38-hour power reserve, visible through the titanium exhibition case back. Each watch finished with a black rubber strap and is delivered in a special packaging that holds an exclusive Spartan PS knife with matte black handles and a black protective bumper.
Diameter: 43mm / Lug width: 20mm / Depth rating: 200 meters / Weight 3.6 oz
Secrid Cardslide Wallet
Secrid rose to prominence with their Cardprotector, a design award winner that kept cards from breaking and preventing unauthorized RFID/NFC scanning. Those same features are at the core of the Cardslide, but with some big upgrades. Not only does the high-quality aluminum casing keep your cards protected, but with one movement they slide out in overlapping sequence for easy retrieval. It can hold up to six cards, or use the space for notes, coins, and keys instead. Either way, the Cardslide is tough and durable yet lightweight.
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Seeing With Your Ears
There are two ways you experience a movie — what you see and what you hear. Both are vitally important, although what you see takes the lion's share of the credit. Nerdwriter explains the importance of sound using scenes from Steven Speilberg's Munich and its excellent sound design.
Falling Asleep is Hard
Coffee, cellphones, work, school, kids — it's a wonder anyone gets a good night's sleep. Sleep is one of the most important aspects of our health, and few of get enough. But knowing why it's hard to fall asleep can help us sleep better and feel better while we're awake.
