Looks like Lucasfilm had viral marketing down way back in the 1970’s with their gradual introduction of Boba Fett. Funny thing is, I remember watching The Star Wars Holiday Special in my grandmother’s living room. The Fett cartoon was a slice of French comix inspired goodness, but my god the singing at the […]

William Gibson’s blog, of all places, reminded me that it was time to check back up on Crying While Eating. There are dozens of new submissions featuring poor souls crying while shoveling noodles or french fries into their mouth. But for my money, it’s hard to improve on Aaron’s submission. He gets too […]

Hey internet. The last three weeks, I’ve added Lost to my queue on my DirectTV PVR and each week it mysteriously doesn’t get recorded. Stealth DRM or bug? Has anyone else in internet-land had this problem? Maybe a better question is was anyone else stupid enough to get DirectTV’s PVR? […]

Finally. This American Life has kicked audible.com and Real Networks to the curb and is now offering the show as a free podcast. WBEZ management oversight by Torey Malaitia who raised his fist in the air and shouted…
“Content wants to be free!”
(via Boing Boing)

One of my favorite teachers at Evergreen lost her battle with cancer last Sunday. Marge Brown was my video and animation faculty for one too brief year in college. Marge was one of those rare people who sticks with you because of her generosity, encouragement, and enthusiasm. Condolences to her son, partner, and […]

The new trailer for the Frank Miller inspired 300 looks very cool, but one wonders how many times the bearded fellow will be saying “This is Sparta!” as that vein in his forehead pulses in After Effects enhanced rotoscope.

Since it defies easy description, I’ll just suggest that you watch this beautiful animation wherein classic album covers do battle. Genius!
(via Drawn!)