At the Skirball: Women Hold Up Half the Sky and Craig Thompson
Women Hold Up Half the Sky is a remarkable project that encourages discourse on the struggles of women, particularly in developing countries, as they face gender discrimination, violence in different forms, and how changes are being made by fellow women from around the globe.
Agusan Marsh Diaries, a documentary by Jerrold Tarog
Here is a 47-minute travelogue about one of the most breathtaking places in the Philippines (that you might not have heard of). Directed, scored, edited and mixed by award-winning filmmaker, Jerrold Tarog. Cinematography by Mackie Galvez. Hosted by Gaby dela Merced and Dr. Jurgenne Primavera.
On Loop: “One Second of Love” by Nite Jewel
Check out Nite Jewel's video for "One Second of Love", the title track from her new album of the same name. She will be playing a sold out show at the Troubadour tomorrow with Chairlift. Doors open at 8pm and we're expecting it to kick some major ass. See you there!
It’s Hard Being a Being by Kat Medina
Kat, you’ve been doing art for how long now? I’ve been painting and making things since I was a kid but maybe around five years if you want to consider art-making in terms of formal learning. Why the delayed solo? When I was given a chance to do a solo show, I felt lucky but, at the same time, felt sheltered, and I wasn’t sure if I really had something to say, so I went out of my way to experience a bit of life. When I got laid off... Read The Rest →
WestWeek 2012: Design Loves Art
WestWeek is Pacific Design Center’s annual design industry event that features key-note speakers, exhibits, product launches and etcetera. It officially began yesterday with the Design Loves Art gallery openings on the second floor. Here’s an unofficial visual guide to our favorites. Visit the official website of the galleries for more information. WestWeek is held annually at Pacific Design Center 8687 Melrose Avenue West Hollywood, CA 90069. Visit the official website for more information.
On Loop: “Prophecy” by Adam & The Amethysts
Canada seems to be a great source of folk-pop music and it always delights me to no end whenever I find especially good ones online (oh, the joys of the internet!). Through the years, I’ve enjoyed the music of their local indie favorites like Chad VanGaalen, The Acorn, Ohbijou, and Woodpigeon. Despite having never set foot in Canada, I have a rather ideal image of it in my head aided thoroughly by the music that comes from there – relaxed, friendly, and inspiring. Now I’d like to add to the... Read The Rest →
Weeknight Memoirs on HD: John Torres
John Torres is trying to break your heart. Most of the time he succeeds. His films leave cuts, bruises that remind you of extraordinary stories that you have once encountered and the futures that they promise. From his trilogy of shorts to his three full length features, John’s films are high-definition mirrors to his own world, meticulously personal but still embrace universality. For his next film, Lukas nino, which deals with the ordeal of a heartbreak, John will be crowdsourcing additional funds to make it. The film will be shot in... Read The Rest →
A Week in Metro Manila: Up Dharma Down
Chicago-based filmmaker Tony Rago talks about the online release of his music documentary A Week in Metro Manila: Up Dharma Down.
On Loop: “Forget About Her” by Patience Dear Juggernaut
Watch Patience Dear Juggernaut's new music video for "Forget About Her" from the album Girl the Impaler.
SUPERFLEX: Modern Times, Forever at 1301PE
The SUPERFLEX exhibit at 1301PE is a time machine. The kind of time machine that takes you several centuries (and more) into the future. You enter a patent lobby and on the walls are choices where one of them is "Would you like to experience climate change as a mammoth? There is a hypnosis group session in Zanzibar on February 18, 2050."
