The Mandalorian As An Anime
The Mandalorian might be the best thing to come out of Disney's acquisition of the Star Wars franchise. Even better is this intro by Malec, imagining The Mandalorian as a sci-fi western a la Cowboy Bebop.
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Disney Research's Realistic and Interactive Robot Gaze
Disney gets one step closer to creating its own Westworld scenario with its latest technology. Using a humanoid animatronic bust, they demonstrate their hyper-realistic system that creates simple motor movements like breathing and blinking along with a lifelike gaze that stares deep into your soul. The developments will lead to complete human-robot interaction that engages people and will one day take over the world.
Gorillaz / Valley Of The Pagans ft. Beck
Virtual band Gorillaz latest video takes place in a virtual Grand Theft Auto-inspired joyride through Los Angeles — the "Valley of the Pagans" alluded to in the song title. Joined by Beck via Fruitime, the crew travels through a wormhole to Plastic Beach, a reference to their 2010 album of the same name.
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Lumi
It's never too late to learn a new instrument and with more of us staying home, there's no time like the present. Meet LUMI, your new piano teacher. LUMI uses light and color to make piano learning fun and easy. The keyboard lights up brightly, and the colors sync with songs and lessons in the LUMI app. So you don't need to know piano to start playing your favorite Adele, or Chopin, or Beatles song. Just follow the lights and learn as you go. You can also drop into a virtual class to learn scales, chords, and technique through in-app lessons taught by coaches. Although LUMI is great for at-home learning, it's compact enough to take anywhere and is great for learners of all ages.
Presented by Lumi.
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adidas 4D Fusio Shoes
From the futuristic aesthetic to the innovative construction, the adidas 4D Fusio ring in a new era of running shoes. Engineered for comfort and support, the sneakers start with a digitally printed adidas 4D midsole made from light, oxygen, and liquid resin, producing an energy return like no other. A TPU belt fuses the lattice sole and the breathable knit upper, while the intricate lacing system provides a secure fit and avant-garde look. Its unique silhouette is complemented by a selection of vibrant colorways.
Presented by adidas.
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Lego Star Wars Holiday Special
Christmas, or should we say Life Day, is coming early this year. November 17th to be exact. On this day, the Star Wars Universe will collide in a spectacular way during a new holiday special. Iconic characters from all nine Skywalker saga films will be in one place when Rey and BB-8 find a key to the galaxy's past. The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special is streaming on Disney+.
KITT v Karr
Kadir Deniz is bringing Knight Rider back with a faithful 3D-animated short featuring KITT, KARR, and even the Hoff himself. Playing out exactly like an episode of the cult hit, the two cars (and one human) perform a classic '80s chase scene. Watch the rest of the episodes along with how Deniz created the artwork on his YouTube channel.
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BrandBlack Kite Racer Sneakers
The chunky silhouette has made a comeback and BrandBlack embraces the trend with its Kite Racer. The sneaker features a weighty base with a grippy rubber outsole and custom Vibram midsole for superior comfort. Its durable monofilament rip-stop upper with technical weave is semi-transparent, revealing the shoe's construction while a tan graphic with a cutout logo flanks the exterior. Lace closures, a pull tab on the heel, and a black a khaki colorway complete the details on these retro-inspired runners.
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Cinnamon Projects Circa Incense Burner
Handcrafted from solid brass, the minimalist burner from Cinnamon Projects transforms the aromatic experience into functional artwork. Its disc holder elegantly suspends the stick above a sculpted base, allowing you to burn the incense on one end or both while the curved tray catches the ashes. The piece arrives ready for gifting in a foil-stamped paper box and pairs well with the Cinnamon Projects Series Incense Box.
Length: 4.75″ / Width: 1.5"
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The Story of Dunk: Pro B to SB
Nike spent years researching and developing the perfect skate shoe. Little did they know, they had already created them. In this short film, professional skateboarders and designers relive the evolution of the Dunks into Nike Skateboard and how they cemented their place in today's sneaker culture.
Remembering Sir Sean Connery
Sean Connery passed away on October 31, 2020, at age 90. Most famous for playing James Bond, Connery created the character as much as Ian Fleming and formed the mold that every actor thereafter would try to fill. IMDb pays tribute to the Oscar-winning actor in this compilation of Connery's film career.
