Recollecting Weekends Through Explosions

In which awesome New Zealanders Collapsing Cities eases our hangovers by blowing crap up and singing songs about the elusiveness of sobriety.

MWM 20/20 Barcelona Show

Dude, can somebody send this guy to one of the Matrix parties? This shit is fucking crazy. I love him. He makes me want to whip up my 40" white canvas into something new. Man, go teal! I love this guy! See more of the aerosol process on his Flickr.

The Bourne Ultimatum Review

While Bourne movies more or less outlines the cinematic stress for creative camera work; switching over from the usual blood-and-guts visual stage to the kinetic violence that tantalizes the viewer instead of desensitizing them. The final chapter in the Bourne series continues this trend, amplifies it just enough, and proves to be one of the more successful trilogies made in the recent early century. Of course, you can't expect plots deeper as far as an action movie goes, but who's to complain? It's one of the most entertaining trilogies out there (and hopefully ends here), though Green does have this thing about quite easily reshaping the story so that Bourne can always move to the next location to kill more baddies. 8.8/10.

Because Looking Like You're Airbrushed Doesn't Effect Your Bust Size

Let's see. Time for an overview of what's going on. These days I'm just working part time as an IT Manager at Novozymes and writing as a co-editor at Unplggd. My parents hate it, I love it, and everyone I meet scratches their heads. And in this 2.0 world, you know what? It really doesn't matter how you do things, just as long as you do them. That's how I'm starting to feel.

Casino Review

There is something about Scorsese's style that is undeniably underrated by movie aficionados worldwide. It's almost always complex, multi-layered, and ever so beautiful. As an older 1995 movie, I had slept on this movie for at least a decade without knowing how Scorsese's work looked before he mastered his edge. Casino masterfully narrates a story of destruction and betrayal, but more importantly, it takes more chances than any the movies of its kind at the time and does so in spectacular fashion. Though I must agree it flows much slower his later works, it's a fascinating story, filled with the typical fall from heights and flashing lights, leaving us with a gem that transcends a director's work for decades to come. 8.7/10.

Japanese Mario Is Insane, Kills Millions of Turtles

Further proof that the Japanese government needs to stop introducing experimental drugs into their peoples' water supply.

New Zealand Mixtape #3

Much more upbeat and diversified this time around. We got kids singing, angry 70's singers covering modern sound-scapes, and music for dancing in the sunflower fields by yourself.

David Sylvian - Forbidden Colours.mp3
Death Cab For Cutie - I Will Possess Your Heart.mp3
Depeche Mode - Personal Jesus.mp3
Dez Hope - No More Days.mp3
Hot Lava - Apple Option Fire.mp3
Jason Collett - Brownie Hawkeye.mp3
Joseph Arthur - I Wanna Get You Alone.mp3
Lykke Li - Hanging High (Live at SXSW).mp3
Micah P. Hinson - The Possibilities.mp3
Nathan Larson - Aviva Pastoral.mp3
Okkervil River - April Anne.mp3
Pnau - Baby (Breakbot Remix).mp3
Santogold - Shove It (feat. Spank Rock).mp3
Telekinesis! - Coast Of Carolina.mp3
The Outrunners - Cool Feeling (Anoraak Remix).mp3
The Ting Tings - That's Not My Name.mp3
Trentemoller - Tainted Copenhagen.mp3

Download it here: New Zealand Mixtape #3 (Expires 6/01/08)

Rambo Review

Damn, Stallone is older than my old man, but damn can he still kick ass. After a slightly better than average remake of Rocky, the product that is Rambo is a step up from his previous work. And then there was action; tons of constant, gory, and mind-boggling action. There is an over-the-top ending. A terrible storyline. Thus, action fans will surely find it their cup of tea. For me, however, I'm always looking for something more, even if it's an action movie. Call it an addiction of perfection. Still, watching Rambo make people explode can never really get old. 7.7/10.

3:10 To Yuma Review

Every so often, a stylized modern Western appears shot in such a unidirectional Hollywood-style that it simply is impossible to take seriously. Despite having decent cinematography, great performances by both Crowe and Bale, and an awesome ending, the movie's plot was ridiculous! Clearly, must've crossed out half the original script and imposed a bunch of unrealistic events to cater towards a more broader audience. I really hate it when studios do that. 7.8/10.

Set Yourself Free, Coldplay Covers Kylie

Sending you on an outward journey, dues paid, with no recollection of why you even signed up. In a way, we should always salute our favorites with a proper dedication. This is how you pull one off.

Coldplay - Can't Get You Out Of My Head (Kylie Cover) (MP3)

Treasure Island Music Festival

Alright. Final rollcall. Who is sexy enough to go with me to this shiet!? Artists from the first day of the festival include Justice, TV on the Radio, Goldfrapp, Hot Chip, CSS, Aesop, Amon Tobin, Foals, and more! The second day doesn't interest me much, but c'mon... Justice!!! Oh, I may just get the VIP... someone please hold me back! More information and purchasing info here.

BambooZoo Mini Series Has A Few Scares

But more importantly, super awesomeness! From weird horned creatures to slug-like goop dressed as princes, they all scream for attention and want to be your friends. Going as blind sets at you-know-who for $7.95.