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Introduction to the Vilele du Temple Outpost The Vilele du Temple outpost was designed with a minimalist approach, paying homage to the brand’s 90s roots. This unique design is a collaboration between the brand’s owner and the architect Corto Hony. The shop features an array of vintage art books on renowned artists such as Picasso, Calder, and Kandinsky, as well as vintage issues of the magazine egoist. The Artistic Ambiance The walls of the outpost are adorned with artwork that changes every six months, showcasing artists that the brothers appreciate. Currently, a painting by French artist Jacques Sotisson is on…
Introduction to Thunderbolts Marvel is no stranger to rewrites, and Thunderbolts, which debuts this week, is no exception. In contrast to other films under the MCU umbrella, the upcoming film has an interesting connection to an action classic. The director of the film, Jake Schreier, spoke with GamesRadar+ about his inspiration and his connection to John McClane. The Original Concept "When [screenwriter] Eric Pearson came up with it [the story] with Brian Chapek, I think that one of the original versions was a kind of Die Hard thing. Or everything would take place in this vault and come out what…
Introduction to a Dark Comedy Series The world of animation has given us a plethora of shows that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Among these, one series stands out for its unique blend of dark humor, engaging storyline, and vivid animation: Helluva Boss. Background and Creation Helluva Boss is the brainchild of Vivienne Medrano, a creative mind known for another notable project, Hazbin Hotel. This series is set within the same universe as Hazbin Hotel, offering a fresh perspective on the underworld through the lens of an assassination company. The Setting: Hell’s Assassination Business The series revolves around the…
A Night to Remember: Francis Ford Coppola Honored with AFI Life Achievement Award Ralph Macchio paid tribute to Francis Ford Coppola, the director who gave him his breakout role in the 1983 film "The Outsiders," at the AFI Life Achievement Award gala in Los Angeles. The event, which took place at the Dolby Theater, was a celebration of Coppola’s remarkable career in film. A Lesson Learned on Set Macchio recalled a valuable lesson he learned from Coppola on the set of "The Outsiders." Coppola had given him $5 and told him to try to get through the day, helping him…
Ceramic Cats Inspired by John Bunyan’s Progress The ceramic artists Vicky Lindo and Bill Brookes have created a series of ceramic cats that were inspired by John Bunyan’s Progress. These cats were part of the Bawden and Me exhibition at The Higgins Bedford, which featured 40 artists and creators who were able to access Edward Bawden’s extensive archive to create new pieces inspired by his art. The Inspiration Behind the Cats Miss Lindo said she was drawn to Bawden’s tapestry about the pilgrim’s progress, Bunyan’s dream. She didn’t know the story, but listened to the audio book while working, which…