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In 2005 noted futurist Ray Kurzweil released his far-reaching and controversial book The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology. In it, Kurzweil proposes that humanity is on the verge of the next phase in our evolution – the Singularity – in which our minds and bodies will be augmented with technology.
As proof that this is not science fiction but is in fact all happening, I present to you Exhibit A: Vanilla Ice’s new line of stylish, yet functional chandeliers. More »
Shane Carruth is a guy who should be making more movies. Never heard of him? He wrote and directed an indie sci-fi film called Primer. Primer is about a couple of guys who accidentally build a time machine, and all of the really bad things that happen as a result. It was made for about $7,000, [...]
As we approach 2013, speculation has already begun on who will be the upcoming year’s Breakout Star.
Let us put this question to rest. 2013 will be The Year Of Idris Elba. How do I know this?
Because the man directed Mumford and Sons’ latest video. And why is this a harbinger of Idris Elba’s ascension to Pop Culture Emperor in 2013, you ask? Because a lot of people REALLY don’t like Mumford and Sons. And if you were to come up with a list of people who should be directing a Mumford and Sons video, you’d probably include people like your favorite barista at your local Starbucks, or perhaps the hipster douchebag with the man-scarf and French bulldog who also frequents your local Starbucks. The guy who played Stringer Bell directing AND starring in a Mumford and Sons video? This seems highly unlikely. More »
Hey, you know those tiresome, trope-filled holiday gift guides that are everywhere this time of year? Well, here’s one more! I’m not here to insist that you buy the man in your life a drill, mind you. Or that your “bestie” (eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!) wants a super-cute knit hat for her phone, lest it catch its death [...]
The sequel to J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek - you know, the reboot that many diehard Trekkies hated because it had action, humor, genuine emotion, and didn’t take itself too seriously – is set to be released next summer. It’s been a source of rampant speculation, namely around the identity of the movie’s villain, played by British-actor-who-should-be-in-every-British-thing-ever [...]
