Reading the early works of established, revered writers always reminds me of looking at a baby’s face: how it seems impossible to know the ways that visage will sharpen and emerge, how mushy it is, sometimes indistinguishable from others—but also, when looking back at photos once the baby is grown, how difficult it is to imagine that face turning into anything other than what it has become.The French novelist Marguerite Duras’s second book, The Easy Life, which has just been translated into English for the first time by Olivia Baes and Emma Ramadan, might not be much of a draw by itself. The thrill of reading it comes from seeing all of the ways Duras was already the writer she...
THE TAPE RAIDER TRIBUTE TO ALBERT PYUN PART 2: HEATSEEKER Yes friends, here’s another Albert Pyun film that has only been released on VHS in the U.S., HEATSEEKER. It came to us in 1995, #2 of 3 between SPITFIRE and NEMESIS 2: NEBULA. Pyun has a story credit, with the screenplay written by Christopher Borkgren (whose only other credit is SPITFIRE). Set in the futuristic New America of 2019 A.D. (“After Dollman?”) it’s the story of kickboxing champion Chance O’Brien (Keith Cooke, CHINA O’BRIEN I & II) trying to keep doing his thing in a changing world. Combat sports are beginning to be dominated by new models of cyborgs, including those created by the sinister Sianon Corporation, who try to...
Using personal items found in the musicians’ own homes and storage units, a free exhibition takes a deep and personal dive into the life and career of a pioneering hip-hop trio. The Beastie Boys are the subject of a new exhibition simply titled “Exhibit,” which opened at the Beyond the Streets and Control Gallery in Los Angeles earlier this month and runs through Jan. 28, 2023. “To me, the Beastie Boys were one of the most influential group of artists. They’re an important piece of historical and cultural relevance,” said Roger Gastman, the founder of the gallery who partnered with Los Angeles-based concert producer Goldenvoice for the exhibition. It includes hundreds of items such as handwritten lyrics, clothes worn by...
Ever out and about and need somewhere to tidily store a wet swimsuit, sweaty gym clothes or maybe even dirty diapers? With this wet bag tutorial, it’s all literally in the bag and solved with this handy waterproof storage solution! Made from Spoonflower’s Recycled Canvas and Polyurethane Laminate (also known as PUL), this cute lil’ pouch will help you securely stow away even your grimiest items until they can safely hit the wash. Follow along with Bonnie from Peppermint Magazine to learn how to sew your own handy wet bag. A finished wet bag ready to be filled with a swimsuit or wetsuit! Featured design: Girls Surfers Pink Small Scale by tasiania Bonnie: Birds fly south for the winter and many humans...
Khao Sok National Park is a magical place and one of the must-visit destinations in Thailand. If you are searching about how it’s to stay at 500Rai Floating Resort, you probably already know that the national park is amazing. And, of course, there is no better experience than staying in a Khao Sok floating bungalow. So you have come to the right place! We spent 2 nights at 500Rai Floating Resort, and I’m going to share with you all the details about the hotel. From how it was to get to Khao Sok to the boat transfer to the hotel, what you can expect from the rooms, restaurant, facilities, and activities. Plus some personal tips to make your trip unforgettable....
