If you've ever streamed a movie and not seen the black bars on the screen, you're probably watching it wrong. When some providers change the aspect ratio to fill the screen, there's a lot of the frame you're missing, and potentially a lot of meaning. Patrick Willems shows how much this can change a movie in this well-deserved rant.
The time is right meow for a Super Troopers sequel. After 17 years, the Broken Lizard comedy group returns to the Vermont state police force. This time Rob Lowe joins in on the shenanigans as the crew ventures into Canada to set up a new highway patrol. Starring Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske, the film is set for a fitting April 20, 2018 release.
There's a whole generation of people that will never know the joy of pressing their face up against an old-school CRT television and trying to see how it works. This video by the Slow Mo Guys demonstrates how a CRT TV creates an image by scanning side-to-side, top-to-bottom in far less than the blink of an eye. Using film speed as low as one-millionth of a second, you can see how it works like never before.
The city becomes a concrete playground with the Nike Ava Edge, navigating everything from morning commutes on crowded sidewalks to late night rooftop bars and adventures. Inspired by the geometry and interconnected grid networks of modern cities, the upper layers are formed by weaving textiles with breathable mesh netting to create a flexible and protective fit around the foot. An oversized midsole uses performance-level SCF foam for soft cushioning through long days on concrete, while a flexible, perforated rubber outsole wraps onto the midsole for added durability and leaves a distinctive imprint behind with every step. Combining technical construction with an urban-focused silhouette, the Ava Edge takes the active lifestyle of the Ava lineup off the running route and into the everyday rhythm of the city.
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Kenneth Cole New York gives the classic Chelsea boot a refined everyday update with the Tully. A sleek almond toe and rich bay brown suede upper keep the silhouette versatile enough for the office or a night out, while elastic gore panels and a rear pull tab make for easy on-and-off wear. Underfoot, a cushioned, removable insole and flexible rubber outsole prioritize comfort without sacrificing its clean profile. Available in medium and wide fits, the Tully is a no-fuss addition to any fall footwear rotation.
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Based on the Dan Simmons' novel, The Terror follows the Royal Navy as they attempt to discover the Northwest Passage. Lead by Captain John Franklin, the crew navigates the icy waters of the Arctic enduring frigid temperatures, dwindling resources, and an unknown darkness. The series is produced by Ridley Scott which means we'll automatically be tuning in for the premiere March 26, 2018, on AMC.
In the future, science has greatly expanded the lifetime of humans, to the point where natural death is nearly an unheard of experience. The Dreaveler corporation has stepped in to fill the gap, offering a kind of VR euthanasia for those ready to shed the mortal coil.
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.
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.
Nike evolves its everyday road runner with the Pegasus 42. It pairs a curved, full-length Air Zoom unit with a ReactX foam midsole that's 13% more responsive than previous React technology delivering an energized ride from heel strike to toe-off. A softer, more breathable mesh upper keeps each stride comfortable, while the updated silhouette adds more toe spring and extra room through the forefoot and toe box. Underneath, a lighter Waffle outsole combined high-abrasion rubber and flex grooves for traction and flexibility. Built around the familiar versatility of the Pegasus line, the 42 adds more room, responsiveness, and energy to the everyday run.
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Giovanni's Classic Bundle brings the essentials of a streamlined men's grooming routine together in one set. The $40.96 Art of Giovanni bundle includes a 2-in-1 Daily Shampoo & Conditioner with ginseng and eucalyptus, a Daily Cleansing Body Bar, Strong Hold Hair Styling Gel, and Styling Hair Clay, covering everything from the morning shower to finishing a style. Built around Giovanni's salon-inspired approach to grooming, the collection pairs botanical ingredients with performance-focused formulas designed to keep the routine simple without sacrificing results.
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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.
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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