Sunday, December 30, 2007

FILM::Sigur Rós

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In case you have yet to view the trailer (and the film) created for Icelandic band Sigur Rós, here is a snippet.

‘Heima’ is a 97 minute documentary feature film featuring songs from all four Sigur Rós albums alongside previously unreleased material and, on disc two of the DVD release, a brand new song, also titled ‘Heima’., directed by Dean DeBlois.



VISIT SITE::HEIMA FILM, DIRECTED BY DEAN DEbLOIS

Monday, December 17, 2007

VID::Michel Gondry directs Björk!


Music Videos - Declare Independence

"DECLARE INDEPENDENCE" INDEED! Michel Gondry (Partizan) directs his seventh video for the Icelandic songstress.

Friday, December 14, 2007

EVENT::LCD FRONTMAN JAMES MURPHY SPINS @ STUDIO B

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"Team DFA brings out its A-side, spreading disco and funk-infused yuletide cheer across the land with DJ sets from LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy & Pat Mahoney, Juan Maclean, Tim Sweeney & Tim Goldsworthy, and Shit Robot. Bountiful musical presents await — all wrapped in hot, sizzling vinyl."

When::Fri Dec 14 (10pm-4am)
Where::Studio B (259 Banker St, 718.389.1880)
Price:: $10 / $7 Advance


Note: There is an open vodka bar from 11pm-midnight.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

BUY::REPETTO

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Sexy ballet flat via Repetto.

Who reads French?

"La marque spécialisée dans la danse a demandé à 60 artistes de customiser des ballerines Repetto pour célébrer ses 60 ans. Parmi eux, Proenza Schouler (photo), Vanessa Paradis, Jean Paul Gaultier, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Chantal Thomass, Jessica stam, Audrey Marnay, Andrée Putman... Ces modèles sont actuellement exposés dans la boutique de la rue de la Paix. Ils feront ensuite le tour du monde au travers d'une exposition itinérante pour finalement être vendus aux enchères en octobre 2008 à Paris. Les bénéfices de cette vente seront reversés à l'UNESCO qui s'engage à soutenir les écoles de danse sélectionnées par la Fondation Repetto créée pour cet anniversaire"

SITE::REPETTO

EVENT::DESIGN BLOGFEST!

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It’s that time of year again. Design Blogfest is back! I went to this last year and was sure glad I did.
Held at Apartment Therapy last year, the event will relocate to Henrybuilt, the modern design showroom located 79 Grand Street (between Wooster & Greene)

Featured bloggers from the likes of: Apartment Therapy, MoCoLoco, TreeHugger, Curbed, CoolHunting & Brownstoner, which are some of my favorite sources for in-the-know design news.

Don't miss it!

WHEN::12/13/07
TIME:: 6-9pm
RSVP::VIA MOCOLOCO

AD::THE ROW

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In case you have yet to view the running ad for THE ROW (the Olsen collection), here is a chance to see the ultra-feminine and posh spot featuring the track "Dear Braden" by Danny Fujikawa.

WATCH THE AD::THE ROW::VIA STYLE.COM

MV::THE PRESETS, DIRECTED BY::KRIS MOYES



Kris Moyes directs for Sydney-based electronic duo band The Presets.

Artist: THE PRESETS
Track: My People
Agency: Modular Recordings
Production Company: REVOLVER FILM, SYDNEY
Director: Kris Moyes

Monday, December 10, 2007

BOOKS::TASCHEN::CINEMA NOW

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Paying tribute to the most inspiring and innovative motion pictures of contemporary filmmakers!

"Cinema Now examines the work and key themes of 60 filmmakers working around the world today, from the cream of the crop of young Hollywood to the new wave of Asian mavericks to burgeoning auteurs from Europe and Latin America.

Watch Pedro Almodóvar at work. Immerse yourself in the stunning imagery of Wong Kar-Wai. Feel the emotional impact of the films of Alejandro González Iñárritu and Carlos Reygadas. Live in the strange worlds of Guy Maddin, Matthew Barney, and Tsai Ming-Liang. Cinema Now is packed with stunning full-color photos and exclusive on-set photography supplied by the filmmakers, and even comes with a supplementary DVD containing exclusive short films, extracts, trailers, and much more."

This Taschen book is actually affordable too.

BUY:: TASCHEN BOOK::CINEMA NOW::$39.99

Sunday, December 9, 2007

MAGZ:: ACNE PAPER

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New issue from Acne. Stunning visuals!

SUBSCIBE::ACNE PAPER

Friday, December 7, 2007

DVD::Ingmar Bergman::FOUR MASTERWORKS

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NEW FROM THE CRITERION COLLECTION::

Legendary auteur Ingmar Bergman (1918-2007) emerged in the 1950s as an art-house icon and remained one for more than four decades. Here, together in one box set, we present four of the unforgettable works that helped establish his international preeminence.

BUY::The Criterion Collection::$79.96

Thursday, December 6, 2007

::PLATFORM RETURNS::

Platform is back!

After an unplanned sabbatical of sort, Platform is rejuvenated, refreshed, and informed.

In the midst of entering a brand new year, there is an exponential amount of events and news to discuss and post about.

The art scene is growing steadily, with emerging talent rising to fame each and every day.

Musicians are on the verge of recognition, performing at alllll the best locals in town.

Compelling advertisements and music videos are streamed throughout our worlds, making our brand-loyal culture stronger than ever.

And the fashion, design, and film industries are bringing innovative and ever-so aesthetically pleasing material to our attention.

So, if you like to be “in the know” as much as I do, then you will appreciate what will be posted (fingers crossed!)

If not, feedback is always appreciated.
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