A piece of software you've probably never heard of is responsible for helping win 27 of the last 30 Oscars for special effects. Pixar's RenderMan, its proprietary 3D-rendering software, changed what was capable in film, and traces its history back to the late 70s and Lucasfilm's Industrial Light and Magic. WIRED goes through the history of RenderMan and the watershed moments that changed movies forever.
Studio A24 dives into the motorcycle club culture for its latest release. Directed by Stephen McCallum, the film gives us Sons of Anarchy vibes when a young member takes over control of the club while the current president serves some time behind bars. The trouble starts when the leader returns and a power struggle ensues. Outlaws stars Ryan Corr, Abbey Lee, Matt Nable, and Aaron Pederson and is scheduled for release February 1, 2019.
In order for humanity to continue to progress at its current rate, we'll need to find better sources of energy to fuel our expansion. Earth-based sources will only get us so far — in order to expand into space, a huge energy source will be required, like that found in a star. Once solely the realm of science fiction, the Dyson sphere might one day be plausible, and Kurzgesagt looks at how it could be made.
Stocks. Bonds. Cars. Precious metals. Real estate. There are lots of ways to invest your money. Vindome offers a new option: fine wine. The fastest-growing asset offering, it's also among the most sustainable, with the grape vines sequestering an impressive amount of carbon each year. In addition, the product is packaged in collectible glass bottles, and Vindome stores its wine close to the source, only delivering directly when needed, thereby greatly reducing emissions due to transport. Curated Wine Collections make it easy to build a balanced portfolio, while the Live Market features both bottlings and wine futures for more well-versed buyers.
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While much of the world has gone paperless, there's still a place in every home for a printer, scanner, and copying machine. HP's Smart Tank 5101 All-in-One does all three. The eponymous tanks hold up to two years or 6,000 pages of ink, which is included in the box, and have a proprietary spill-free refill system. Self-healing WiFi provides a dependable connection for all devices via the HP app, enabling wireless scanning, copying, and printing, with the latter supporting borderless photos. Smart illuminating buttons make on-device use a breeze, and built-in HP Wolf Essential Security protects the printer from cyber threats. Available through May 4th for $80 off.
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Viewers have been split for years over whether Bruce Willis' 1988 film falls into the holiday category or not. Well, the debate is over, sort of. This recut trailer tries to conform deniers by turning Die Hard into a true Christmas classic.
Banksy has released his official holiday card. Rather than mailing them, the street artist sent his season's greetings on the side of a South Wales garage. The double-sided mural uses a small child catching what looks like snowflakes to draw attention to Port Talbot's ongoing dust problem.
Style goes from your head to your toes, so never neglect your socks. With sophisticated prints and premium materials, the Peper Harow Luxe Sock Bundle ensures every part of your outfit is on point. The socks are crafted from soft Supima cotton and hand-finished with a seamless toe. Each pair features a sophisticated zig-zag pattern and bold color choice with a contrasting heel and toe, adding a statement to any look.
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Designed to give you a buzz without the drawbacks, Vena Happy Place delivers feel-good vibes without the alcohol. The THC drink is made with 2mg of THC and 2mg CBD, taking you on a journey of relaxation and happiness, minus the hangover that usually follows. Available in Black Cherry, Grapefruit, and Guava Passionfruit, each refreshing sip elevates your mood, and with just 40 calories, you can savor the moment guilt-free.
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The Predator is on the hunt in the North Pole, taking down every reindeer and elf in sight. But Ol' Saint Nick and his little helpers aren't going down without a fight. The two unlikely foes face-off in a gory stop-motion battle in this animated holiday special.
December 18, 2018, marked the 21st anniversary of the late, great comedian Chris Farley's death. From his landmark casting on SNL to roles in films like Tommy Boy, Farley was one of the most beloved comedians of the 90s, along with SNL cast members like Adam Sandler and David Spade. Adam Sandler paid tribute to Farley in his most recent Netflix comedy special 100% Fresh in the best Sandler way possible — with a song.
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