Topics: tv & film

Art is a weapon for change

If film is the ultimate art form, or at least a vehicle for showcasing all types, I can really get behind Breadtruck Films and Jeff Durkin’s Kickstarter-funded documentary Art As A Weapon. The art film/political documentary is focused on raising awareness about the Burmese struggles for human rights through a dialogue with Western artists like Shepard Fairey. This project is yet another awesome example of how we can provoke change by speaking with our dollar. Money might not be the root of all evil, but rather how we spend it. If you’re interested in funding the project, check out the Kickstarter page and the different rewards for participation, not least of which could be bettering many people’s quality of life.

Jesus is trending.

Louis CK is one of only a handful of comics that totally crack me up. His take on society’s current obsession with technology is so spot on. Watch this clip from Conan and then let’s all agree to put down our phones, at least long enough to remind ourselves life is best experienced offline.

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I guess Neon Indian and breakdancing do go together

I can only speak for myself here, but I think this video of scenes from the movie Breakin’ set to Neon Indian’s Polish Girl is pretty rad in every sense of the word. How does it not make you smile?

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Chocolate doesn’t get much better than this.

Having had the pleasure of visiting Mast Brothers in Williamsburg, I can say first hand how amazing their entire brand is. And yes, I say brand because each piece of chocolate is complimented by such slick package design and presentation, it’s impossible not to notice the dedication these guys have for their craft. Each bar offers its own story of flavors, and no two are exactly alike. As if you needed another reason to fall in love with chocolate.

Dogboarding is exactly what you think it is

Film makers Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert combine dogs and skateboarding to create this adorable little film. I love it and it doesn’t even include cats! Don’t worry, no animals were harmed in the making of this film.

Bike + sewing machine = love.

The story behind these peSeta caps is pretty romantic. Bike meets sewing machine. Bike and sewing machine fall in love. Together, they create some pretty cool cycling caps for New Museum. Yessir, I’m adding this to the list of things I totally heart about Spain.

Everybody on? Good. Great. Grand. Wonderful.

Chris Farley was the best. I seriously wish he were alive, if for no other reason than to make fun of today’s pathetic roster of comedians. When was the last time a movie made you laugh so hard it hurt? We miss you, Chris!

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