I liked this piece on the Lost Property Unit in Penn Station by the New York Times as there was a nice bit of work that went into it. I liked the story and seeing all the things that were lost and found and then organized so nicely underneath Madison Square Garden. It was funny to see the little section that was about 15 seconds long and used graphics to follow a cell phone that was lost on the subway to show the path it takes when turned into the authorities. I haven't seen a lot of cartoonish graphics like this so it was refreshing and made the piece fun. It didn't take a lot of work and since it just used a little cut out and some text plus some POV footage, it wasn't complicated. One woman sounded looney to turn in a 100 dollar bill somehow that it still filed away safely. While I didn't particularly care for seeing the correspondent, Ariel Kaminer a lot, I did like the piece and was fascinated to see the room and files where everything was kept so neatly. So, those of you who didn't know it, you may still find that bag or book or phone that was left behind on NYC Transit. What a nice town New York City is these days.........
Monday, November 30, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
Mr. Creosote: Monty Python clip
In honor of Thanksgiving, I thought this was funny. I had actually never seen this clip before yesterday and enjoyed laughing out loud. I usually like posting clips from the Monty Python official site http://www.youtube.com/user/MontyPython but they didn't have the whole scene so you can experience the "wafer" bit as well as the 'poignant' ending. I love the acting by Eric Idle as the "garçon" as he walks over in the beginning to get the bucket. His body language is absolutely perfect. Now since a lot of the Monty Python repertoire is on ITunes, I still enjoy tuning into these brilliant moments on YouTube. Let's be thankful this isn't real.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Google Search Stories
Yes, this little window on the right of my YouTube screen was tempting and I clicked and while it's Google, and I don't know why they need to advertise- I liked it. My favorite 'search story' is above because it seems like the most original out of all six. Like the concept. Usually I ignore pop-up advertising windows, but if Google is getting into making short infomercial, advertisements, than I am all over it. Like the use of photography and the mapping concept as it connects those part of Google that are most universal to me.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Biria Bicycles + Banana seat
I have been looking around the city for this aftermarket rear seat since we took this photo in September. I know Natalie would really enjoy going to school on a seat like this and would help her transition to riding her own bike nicely. The Biria bike is all over town and looks like a nice ride but I don't know if I am ready to give up my mountain bike. This is one of their board bikes, meaning you don't have to step over a bar to ride it. Their website http://www.biria.com/about/ has some nice information, but nothing like this rear seat. I know it wouldn't be as comfortable as her Hamax seat http://hamax.com/ , but some day she'll be too big for it. Let me know if anyone out there could construct something like this......Another ten pounds or so, and we will have to figure out another option. Going to talk to my friend Scott Turner at Santa Cruz Bicycles in CA to see if he has any ideas.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Plane mates
Natalie met a 5-year old on the plane named Luke. It was so nice that she had a chance to hang out with someone her own age to watch movies and color with. Luke was from Los Angeles and was going on vacation to NYC to see an art opening of his grandfather. Luckily, there was an empty seat so Natalie spent most of this flight in 7A, talking. Here you can see Natalie smiling at him.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Half-handed Cloud - To Fill on YouTube
I like three elements from this video, or now that I think about it, four elements. First it is nice and short so I like that a lot. Too many things I look at online these days are way too long, I just stop watching half way through and check my email. Second, I like the voice and overall the sound. It's a nice little ditty that has some charm to it. Makes me want to learn more about this group of musicians. It's a sweet little tune and his voice is nice to listen to. I played it three times in a row and want more. Third, I like the film and the reverse on some of the action like on what looks like a boat. My favorite part is the two guys in the chairs, makes me want to do that one- so cute. And last, I love the font they use at the end. Nice little piece. I'll keep on going back to Asthmatic Kitty for more.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
News on 'Avatar,' 'Star Trek,' 'District 9': A sci-fi Notes on the Town | Notes on a Season | Los Angeles Times
Scroll down to the bit about Star Trek, as Zachary and I will be attending and shooting video at the DVD release party for last summer's blockbuster tomorrow night at the Griffith Observatory in LA! There will be two huge video screens displaying space and Enterprise animations across the entire front of the building with selections of the original score so it should be pretty dramatic as you enter the place. We will be there to capture the sights and stars. Zachary says he's going to hug Shatner if he shows, we will see......
I cried two times within the first 5 minutes of the film and absolutely loved the film. My ex-boyfriend Braden Powell is putting on the event with his production company, Ocean Park Productions. Should be a crazy night.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Manhattan Beach Project: 2009 Longevity Summit
Strange discussions in LA. Ray Kurzweil via video went on and on. Fruit flies and mice and more data than you can imagine.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
Lagerfeld Confidential: Film Review
This film is so interesting and I enjoyed it over a few nights, savoring it.....
He is such an enigma and the wisdom coming from his lips is astounding. I was very interested in the film as early-on I discovered that it wasn't a traditional documentary, but instead was a guy following around Karl for a period and learning what he could from him within that time. You learn what an influence his mother was on his life. He quotes her saying numerous times that she didn't take any bullshit from anyone and would say to him when he was a kid, "You're six years old, make an effort or shut-up". By living with him in the film, we see his Paris apartment and the stacks and stacks of books on every available surface with those lovely ornate moldings on the walls punctuated with healthy orchids- interspersed. Some would see it as chaos, what I see is a busy life where you choose to be surrounded by knowledge. I want to learn what he is reading and touch those books.
He quotes his mother again talking about how he's against analysis, "If you're honest, you know the question and the answer". He heeds this advice- as he feels like someone who wants to cut through the chafe. Life is too short, enjoy it while you can. Don't waste time.
A lovely poignant moment in the film is where he confesses that he gets nervous while flying and is always seen clutching a pillow his nanny made for him as a child. It's black and is the perfect size to hold over his stomach. He shows the outline of where the train engine applique once was. So touching and revealing about his character.
I also love how you hear again, "The fashion world amuses me, I am perfectly at ease in it". We learn this after seeing him work, photographing models in his studio on the property of his home in the country or later on the streets on Paris and New York.
I like learning that he is a loner and a happy one. Confident and fearless, he juxtaposes his Buddha sensibility with impeccable taste. The most interesting parts of the film can be found in the extras where you see him at work at Chanel and as a photographer, taking extraordinary shots. To keep up with this icon, is the key.
My friend Quohnos works for Karl and I can see more now as to what this man is all about. Fascinating documentary, rent it through Netflix!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
xxmerge « Show
Yup, another wonderful performance by Lou Barlow. This song is the title track to the new album and to experience the pureness of the song here is what this video is all about. Really like this series by Merge Records as the filmmaker highlights the artist and that is what stands out. Think whatever camera they are using is amazing as the quality really makes me want to watch it more than once. Nice that Converse is involved here too.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
"The Box" with Richard Kelly and James Marsden at the Walter Reade Theater
Saw an advance screening of "The Box" tonight starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden and Frank Langella thanks to my friend Susan Carman. Cool film and the type of thriller where I jumped a few times during the film from complete surprise. This film is riveting and was from Director Richard Kelly, who directed "Donnie Darko" back in 2001. I liked the film because it was completely surprising and I definitely could not figure out what was going to happen next. Richard Kelly is in the center here with the actor James Marsden on the right. The interesting thing about the film was how Kelly integrated his personal family history into the script while keeping intact the elements from the story, "Button, Button" by Richard Matheson. He was very detailed with his answers to questions and I was amazed with how many young people were in the crowd. Kelly's parents were in the audience and was the basis for his lead characters that Diaz and Marsden played. The site for the film is at: http://youaretheexperiment.com/ and looks very cool. All in all, a film to see and entirely satisfying as a real roller coaster ride in the thriller genre.
Video Premiere: White Hills, "Dead" - New York Music - Sound of the City
The Village Voice has given a shout out to White Hills and the brilliance of EgoSensation's new video for the band's song, "Dead". They deserve all the success that's coming to them for their work. Check out the video and comment and favorite and spread the word. Dave W and I go back to 1992 and Ego shot some of this in our little studio in West Chelsea. Yahoo for White HIlls!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Friendship on Flickr - .AV.'s wisdom
That of the Ghodaa / Horse and the Scooter ,That of the living and Non-living.That created by god/nature and that created by man....does that last,man uses nature and things created by him for his selfish needs. Friendship that of the physical and spiritual is not the Truth,just an illusion,Though friendship that of the soul and supreme is The reality-The path to Truth-and both are everliving,not man-made . The answer lies within.,within is the positive energy,the soul that has the answers.
What really is the true friendship? .AV.
via flickr.com
I have had a long, frustrating day and this contact of mine of Flickr always keeps me thinking about the positive. Today my complaint is the material world. I want to live in a small house in the country in India sometimes to get away from all of my stress. I did some yoga tonight in my regular week's class and Shrivani "kicked my ass" because I didn't practice a lot this week. .AV. seems to let the wisdom shine through with his lovely photos and sentiment.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
jon lajoie's Channel: The Birthday Song
via youtube.com
This looks funny. Don't seem to have FX, but it looks like I can see it online anyway. Hopefully we have many years before having the responsibility to explain how 2 people in love actually make a baby. Even though sitcoms rarely make me laugh anymore, I still like Jon Lajoie's comedy enough to watch this and appreciate the moment.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Interlude I—Dream Sequence in Subi Circumnavigation : Sufjan Steven's "BQE"
via vimeo.com
Anyone out there who likes seeing work shot with a 16mm Bolex may like this film project. Sufjan Stevens is the composer/director with cinematography by Reuben Kleiner. I think the thing I like most about this excerpt is the footage of hoola hooping intercut with the BQE or Brooklyn/Queens Expressway or what we call the"freeway" on the West Coast. Don't know if there will be a free download, but I certainly like it so far. Since lately I am really liking slow motion footage or what we used to call "overcranking" (the ability to crank the camera at a higher speed than 24 FPS), it seems like I will get to see some of that here. To read more about the project you can go to: http://asthmatickitty.com/the-bqe
At this point, since I have only seen the trailer and this excerpt, I can only say that I am emphatically interested and awaiting digital release.
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