Mention kung-fu movies and the first response will almost always include Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan. And for good reason — those talented actors and martial artists popularized the genre in the US and abroad. But director Lau Kar-leung is widely considered to be the Grandmaster of kung-fu, revolutionizing what a kung-fu film could be and influencing generations of actors and directors. Museum of Modern Art curator La Frances Hui goes deep into the history of kung-fu films and shows what makes Lau Kar-leung so special to the artform.
As far as cellists go, Yo-Yo Ma is quite possibly the GOAT. He started performing for presidents at the age of seven, has been featured on soundtracks like Once Upon a Time in America, The Untouchables, and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, has earned 18 Grammys, and was named the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities by Obama. Now, Ma is gracing the NPR Tiny desk to perform a series of suites for unaccompanied cello by Johann Sebastian Bach.
A classic trope in books and film is the protagonist meeting the antagonist in a final battle between good and evil. In No Country for Old Men, author Cormac McCarthy and the subsequent film adaptation by the Coen brothers completely subverts the narrative we're familiar with. Lessons From the Screenplay goes into the details of the mechanics the Coen brothers used to keep the audience guessing — and how deliberately leaving out plot points keeps the audience engaged.
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Put your vinyls down and command your soundtrack with Apple Music. Discover the new releases, explore updated charts, and dive into curated playlists. This summer, we've been enjoying the Appalachian folk of Tyler Childers' Snipe Hunter, Deftones' gritty Private Music, Turnstile's high-octane Never Enough, and Tyler, the Creator's dancefloor-ready Don't Tap the Glass. The interface is built to keep you flowing across your devices, so you're always ready to listen, no matter if you're on a plane, train, or just melting into a recliner at home.
Combining the moving picture with audio makes film one of the most engaging mediums created by humans. While much of the focus goes to writing, acting, and direction, the score of a film can drive home the emotion of a scene in a way that visuals alone cannot. CineFix breaks down ten of the best film scores in movie history with a few picks that might surprise you.
Another RC Channel has created the ultimate off-road video by filming his Traxxas TRX4 Broncos in super slow-mo. The effect paired with the angle almost makes you feel like your watching a couple a full-size 4x4s shredding the beach. He follows it up by taking his toys to the forest trails of the Pacific Northwest.
Velocity's Signature Series 1969 Chevy K5 Blazer reimagines an SUV legend with uncompromising performance and modern refinement. Cloaked in Custom White BASF paint over meaty 35" BFGoodrich KO2 all-terrains, it commands attention from trail to boulevard. Inside, Velocity Leather seating, Dakota Digital gauges, and Vintage Air climate control blend comfort and tech, while a touchscreen stereo and backup camera elevate convenience. A 6.2L LT1 V8, 10-speed automatic, and Atlas transfer case deliver relentless capability, paired with a Velocity-exclusive Roadster Shop frame, coilovers, and Wilwood disc brakes. Built for those who demand heritage style and modern muscle, this K5 defines the ultimate restomod SUV — all for under $300,000.
Cut from pure Italian linen and crafted in Northern Italy, Luca Faloni's Bermuda shorts don't chase trends — they define a way of life. Their garment-dyed hues echo Amalfi frescos and Riviera skies, while an internal drawstring and horn button closure deliver comfort without compromise. Whether you're meandering cobbled alleys in search of the perfect sea urchin spaghetti or slipping into sun-drenched silence on a private terrace above Positano, these shorts whisper of leisure with intention. For men who savor nuance, curate color, and choose stillness over spectacle, this is summer — tailored, tasteful, and timeless.
Currently, to travel along Norway's coast you'll have to take the E39 highway. The 683-mile route runs from Kristiansand in the south to Trondheim and with its seven different ferry connections, takes about 21 hours to complete. In an attempt to cut the travel in half, the Norwegian government plans to eliminate the need for ferries with increased tunnels and bridges while improving current roadway conditions. The project is estimated to cost 40 billion dollars making it the largest infrastructure project in the country's history.
Jennifer Macalady is a microbiologist exploring Italy's water-filled Frasassi Caves. The conditions in these caves might be similar to the conditions that the first life on Earth began — lightless and dark. Macalady hopes that the microbes she's discovering might hold the secrets to the origin of life, without the ability to harvest energy from the sun.
