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Why THE FAR SIDE is a masterclass in storytelling

The Far Side by Gary Larson is one of the best and most praised cartoons in history. But what makes The Far Side so good? What is the legacy of Gary Larson? And most importantly: what can we learn from … Continue reading

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Amanda Gorman | Roar | Moth GrandSLAM

If you were captivated by Amanda Gorman, the youngest Inaugural Poet in U.S. history today, you’re not alone. Together, we climb the hill toward a new day. Watch Amanda, who became the United States of America’s first National Youth Poet … Continue reading

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A slacker tries to prove his life’s worth to get into God’s ‘permanent collection’. | Library of God

Library of God is used with permission from Stian Hafstad. Learn more at http://omele.to/2Xv4QJT

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THE LONELY ORBIT

Leaving for his dream job, a satellite technician keeps solitude at bay by constantly texting with his old friends. After neglecting his duties a satellite leaves its orbit which causes the worlds network to collapse. 9’ 22”, Switzerland, 2019 An … Continue reading

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Sci-Fi Short Film: “Flyby” | DUST

When a passing asteroid begins to affect how people perceive time, one man struggles to keep up with a life that is quickly disappearing into the future. Flyby by Jesse Mittelstadt Connect with Filmmakers: https://comewhatmayprods.com/​ http://www.instagram.com/cwmprods http://www.facebook.com/cwmprods “Flyby” Credits CAST: … Continue reading

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Fragmented Garments and Body Parts Drift Away From Steel Sculptures by Regardt Van Der Meulen | Colossal

JANUARY 28, 2021 GRACE EBERT “Untitled” (2018), mild steel, 1900 x 1850 x 900 millimeters. All images © Regardt Van Der Meulen, shared with permission   Regardt Van Der Meulen is concerned with the ephemerality of human life, a fascination … Continue reading

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Danny MacAskill – The Slabs | Kottke

Inspired by rock climbers, Danny MacAskill visits the Isle of Skye with his mountain bike to find an impossibly steep route down the Dubh Slabs. Source: Danny MacAskill – The Slabs

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Orwell’s final warning – Picture of the future

George Orwell’s Final Words of warning His prediction of the future 1984

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15,000-Year-Old Bison Sculptures Perfectly Preserved in French Cave

View this post on Instagram A post shared by History Daily (@historydailypix) This is clear proof that humans have been creating art inspired by animals for thousands of years. Art has been around since the dawn of time; prehistoric cave … Continue reading

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Finches Become “Flock of Songwriters” in Room Full of Electric Guitars

By Emma Taggart on January 27, 2021   This takes the term “songbird” to another level. When you think of bird songs you probably imagine sweet-sounding tweets, cheeps, and chirps. Our feathered friends can create beautiful sounds when they sing, … Continue reading

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