How to Twist a Plot
Everyone loves a plot twist. They can make a what seems like a mediocre movie into a great one — or do the exact opposite. Now You See It looks at how plot twists are constructed, and the best way to do them for maximum impact.
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Wormwood
LSD. Mind control. A man's death. All under the oversight of the CIA in it's bizarre experiments during the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Under the guise of Cold War necessity, the secretive government agency had full reign to perform experiments without ethics or oversight. Wormwood stars Peter Sarsgaard and comes to Netflix December 15, 2017.
How to Make a Great Sequel
Hollywood loves sequels. Throw it against the wall, and if it sticks, make five more of them. It might be great for business, but it's a drag for anyone who's a fan of film. But that doesn't make every sequel bad. Burger Fiction looks at what makes a sequel good in the age of never-ending remakes, reboots, and follow-ups.
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Nike Alphafly 3 Shoe
Lace up for long-distance performance with the Nike Alphafly 3. Built for marathon pacing, it combines two Air Zoom units with a carbon fiber plate to store and return energy with every stride. Paired with a ZoomX foam midsole, the shoe keeps you feeling fresh mile after mile, while its lightweight construction and notched laces make it the most responsive Alphafly yet. Designed to support speed and endurance, the Alphafly 3 delivers performance that makes long runs feel effortless and leaves personal bests in the dust.
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Nike Waterproof Collection
Nike's Waterproof Collection is built for days when conditions refuse to cooperate. Designed for wet roads, muddy trails, and cold-weather miles, the lineup pairs proven performance with dependable weather protection. The Pegasus 41 GORE-TEX brings responsive cushioning and secure traction to rain-slick pavement, keeping tempo steady when the forecast turns. For routes that leave the road behind, the Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX combines a ReactX midsole with an ATC outsole, delivering grip and control across unpredictable terrain. And when comfort takes priority, the Vomero 18 GORE-TEX layers ZoomX and ReactX foam with waterproof construction for a smooth, insulated ride through cold, wet conditions. When the weather shifts, this is gear designed to keep moving without compromise.
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The Solar Eclipse From 9,700 Feet
The path of the 2017 eclipse offered the chance for a large swath of Americans to witness the celestial event — but few of us got to see from the top of a mountain 9,700 above sea level. Vox shares their grand view of the eclipse from the top of a mountain in Idaho.
The Deuce
Taking queues from Ewan McGregor and Tom Hardy, James Franco plays twin brothers with mob ties for a new HBO series. From the creators of The Wire, The Deuce goes back to Times Square in the 70s when drugs, HIV, and porn were on the rise. Also starring Maggie Gyllenhaal, the series is set to premiere on September 10, 2017.
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Bacon Wrapped Peanuts
Nothing says Superbowl Party quite like individually bacon wrapped peanuts roasted over a miniature charcoal grill. Sure, it might take the better part of a week to make a batch for the big game, but it shows your dedication to your guests. Planters shows you how to do bacon wrapped peanuts the right way for Sunday.
Skyglow: Stormhenge
In Alliance, Nebraska, Jim Reinders created his tribute to England's Stonehenge — with vintage American cars. The Skyglow Project filmed the 2017 eclipse at Carhenge, right in the path of the totality.
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Masterworks
Over the last 30 years, contemporary and post war art prices overall outpaced the S&P 500.* This helps explain why Jeff Bezos, Marc Andreessen, and Bill Gates have collectively poured hundreds of millions into this global asset class. Luckily, you don't have to be a billionaire to build an art allocation in a portfolio anymore. Masterworks.com has made diversifying with multimillion-dollar artworks featuring artists like Banksy and Basquiat accessible to everyone with their premier art investing platform. Uncrate readers can use the link below to get access today.
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Caliber Fitness Coaching Program
Caliber is rewriting the playbook on personal training with a science-driven coaching program designed for busy professionals who want real results without wasting time. Caliber pairs each member with an elite coach—only 1 in 100 applicants make the cut—to deliver personalized strength, cardio, and nutrition plans through its powerful app. Members see an average 20% improvement in body composition within 3 months, all for a fraction of the cost of traditional training, starting at $200/month. For September, Caliber is knocking $100 off all coaching plans, making the smartest way to get in shape even smarter.
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Camera Tricks of Humble
The video for Kendrick Lamar's "Humble" has as much thought and attention to detail as the song itself. Besides the thought-provoking imagery, the Little Homies production team used some interesting camera shots to great effect. Here's a breakdown of what they used to get the trick camera shots in "Humble".
How to Tell if the Eclipse Ruined Your Eyes
Don't look directly at the sun. We all know it. And if you didn't have the common sense not to do it, then you probably deserved what you got. But just in case you aren't sure, here's how to tell if you burnt out your optical scans while looking at the eclipse without proper protection.
