When Carol Twombly created the Trajan typeface for one of the earliest versions of Photoshop, she never knew it would become one of the most used typefaces on movie posters. The rise of Photoshop for design also meant that there was a lot of homogeneity — and designer Yves Peters wanted to know why Trajan became the go-to font. Vox looks at what caught Peters eye and how he put the puzzle together.
Nicolas Cage hunts crazy evil in the first trailer for Mandy. The gorefest follows Cage as he seeks bloody vengeance on a sadistic cult leader after his wife is taken from their home in the Pacific Northwest. The film already made its premiere at Sundance but will officially be released September 14, 2018.
Geography seems like a pretty cut-and-dry subject — until you start breaking it down. New York City, with its cold winters, is roughly on the same latitude as Madrid, Spain, which is renowned for its good weather. RealLifeLore finds this and a lot of other strange quirks of geography in this surprising video.
Legendary audio is no stranger to Sennheiser, and they're starting to become famous for their technological prowess as well. Powered with intuitive proximity sensors that sense when you take them off and on, the newest Momentum Wireless headphones are a perfect example. This upgrade means that as soon as they're unfolded, the headphones pair with your smartphone and begin to play the music or podcast you left off with, ensuring you never miss a second. In addition to the Auto On/Off feature, the 3rd generation headphones have a three-button interface for control of audio and calls and a dedicated button for voice assistants like Siri and Google Assistant. And the crystal clear audio and cushy leather cups and headband are still intact, along with 42mm transducers with active noise cancellation and up to 17 hours of battery life.
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Born in 1949, Blaze Foley lived the outlaw country life that would inspire a whole host of successful musicians — something Blaze himself never found. One of his closest friends was Townes Van Zandt, and the two of them couldn't be more alike musically or philosophically, which should tell you something about Blaze. Directed by Ethan Hawke, Blaze looks at three important stages of his life: His love affair with Sybil Rosen, his last night on Earth, and the effect his music has had since his untimely death. The film opens in Blaze's adopted hometown of Austin, Texas, on August 17, 2018.
Volkswagen recently smashed the overall record at the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb with their electric-powered I.D. R prototype racer. They beat the old record by over 15 seconds — almost an eternity when first place can come down to thousandths of a second. Mark Robber was challenged by VW to make a battery that could charge the I.D. R, and decided on one of the oldest tricks in the book — making a lemon battery and trying to break a world record himself.
Buying a pre-owned timepiece can be a little daunting. StockX takes the stress out of the process with its online marketplace. After purchase, every watch is sent to their authentication center for inspection by a team of master watchmakers. This ensures your new accessory is the real deal and in excellent condition before it even reaches your doorstep. Plus, their selection includes everything from the iconic Rolex Submariner 16610, to modern works of art like the Panerai Radiomir PAM 619 and IWC's Portofino.
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Designed to outperform classic wool in every situation, these travel-ready dress pants might be the most versatile pair you've ever encountered. They're made using resilient stretch fabric that is engineered for motion but retains its crisp lines throughout your day. The soft-yet-strong fiber is soft to the touch, machine washable, wrinkle-free, and provides you with a modern fit that's both flattering and sharp. Available in slim or standard fits.
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The car might be rapidly losing its significance in American culture, but no one has captured America's love affair with the automobile like the Coen Brothers. From Raising Arizona to No Country for Old Men, the car has played a major role in the directorial duo's work. Rick Perales shows how central the car and road can be in this video essay spanning the Coen Brother's entire catalog.
Adam Savage loves the Onewheel electric skateboard. He's owned every model the company has made, logging hundreds of miles and giving them plenty of abuse along the way. When Adam heard about Onewheel's new XR with increased range, he had to have one — and Onewheel invited him down to the factory to build his own.
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