Where Ideas Come From
Inspiration. A spark. The muse, the beginning, the idea — where does it come from? David Lynch, Chuck Close, two kids, and several others discuss inspiration, ideas, and how they get them in this entertaining short film.
Inspiration. A spark. The muse, the beginning, the idea — where does it come from? David Lynch, Chuck Close, two kids, and several others discuss inspiration, ideas, and how they get them in this entertaining short film.
Before the personal computer, the internet, and the smartphone, the original disruptor was the typewriter. From the Underwood to the IBM Selectric, the clack of the typewriter was the sound of work for nearly a century. California Typewriter brings typing enthusiasts like Tom Hanks, John Mayer, and others together for a meditation on the intersection of human creativity and technology. California Typewriter comes to select theaters August 18, 2017.
The Man in Black fled across the desert and the Gunslinger followed. So begins Stephen King's epic Dark Tower series of novels. The long-awaited film adaptation is finally here, except that it isn't an adaptation — it is its own entry in the series. Idris Elba stars as Roland Deschain, the last Gunslinger in a dying world, as he chases down Matthew McConaughey as the Man in Black, a mysterious sorcerer who might hold the answers to the world's undoing. The Dark Tower comes to theaters August 4, 2017.
Combining elements of tactical boots with training shoes, the Nike React SFB Carbon Low is built for outdoor pursuits. It's built with Flyplate technology that uses a full-length carbon fiber plate to optimize stride, support the Achilles, and protect from sharp rocks. Lightweight React foam provides cushioning and energy return, while the mesh upper has a durable fabric midfoot overlay, heavy-duty stow-away laces, and a solid rubber toe reinforcement. It all sits atop an outsole of hand and sticky rubbers with rubber teeth in the arch for added grip on challenging terrain.
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Collars & Co. got its start making polos masquerading as dress shirts. While they look good under jackets, the performance polos look equally as good under that most versatile of pieces, the quarter-zip pullover. Equally as suitable for a chilly morning round of golf as a breezy sunset dinner, they come in a variety of styles, including reversible styles, stretchy, wrinkle-resistant golf models, cashmere and merino blends, and even cable-knit offerings for cooler weather. No matter which one you choose, it's sure to become a wardrobe staple.
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The latest short from Neil Blomkamp's Oats Studios finds the Man Upstairs gleefully playing with his creations. With the help of His butler, Geoffrey, we find that if we are created in his image, He's kind of a jerk. Sharlto Copley stars in this irreverent look at Creation.
Go ahead. Keep ignoring the advice of scientists and experts. We'll just control our own climate with a series of satellites. Then it will break and kill us all with a series of natural disasters and only Gerard Butler will be able to save us. Directed by Independence Day writer Dean Devlin, the film is slated for release in October 2017.
With the S8 MaxV Ultra, Roborock ensures every inch of your house is clean. The new model features a Flexi Arm Design with an extendable side brush that reaches into corners, while an Extra Edge Mopping System cleans along edges. A Reactive AI 2.0 Obstacle Recognition uses a 3D structured light and an RGB camera to identify and avoid obstacles in its path, and a PreciSense LiDAR navigation system scans rooms to create a map and determine the most efficient route. It upgrades suction power to 10,000Pa to pick up even more dust and dirt, a Carpet+ Boost System ups the hair pick-up rate by 30%, and the mopping system scrubs floors 4,000 times per second, detecting carpets and rugs along the way. With built-in voice assistance, users can start cleaning with a simple command, and when the job is done, the vacuum will retreat to its dock to automatically empty, wash, dry, and recharge itself. The S8 MaxV Ultra will be available April 22, 2024, and for a limited time, get a triple gift pack valued at $1,000 with your purchase.
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While some are focused more on the medicinal effects of CBD and THC, many are simply looking to enjoy themselves. FOCL's Feel Good gummies are formulated for exactly that. Each one includes 25mg of CBD and 5mg of Delta 9 THC, which, combined with 250mg of L-Tyrosine, help promote relaxation, improved mood, and mental well-being. They're vegan, made without GMOs, and are free from pesticides, heavy metals, and microbials. Third-party lab tested to ensure potency and purity, they're also imbued with a tasty blood orange flavor.
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The first step in hiding your sneaker addiction is realizing you have a sneaker addiction. Otherwise, you'd have no reason to hide it. Brad Hall has a few tips for avoiding those embarrassing confrontations with your loved ones over finances, closet space, and why you stopped going to work three weeks ago with this informative video.
Stanley Kubrick's final film was also his most arcane. The slow pacing, characters you wanted to dislike, bizarre dream-like sequences — Eyes Wide Shut has spawned a thousand theses. The Nerdwriter has one of his own, looking for the throat of Kubrick's last work.