Watch for the little car!...

dirk and maren from Matt Walker on Vimeo.

Well this little film is just incredible. Granted, it is about my ridiculous crush on Maren and how that blossomed into being wed. Matt Walker (brother-in-law, friend, film-maker) whipped this up. I feel as though he is really creating something unique. Little silent documentaries. I like that it means a lot to me but I feel like it would be so great to watch if you knew nothing about me. When his other films pop up after you have feasted on this gem, watch "stuff we did" and "wait up!" for more amazement. If you wanted one of these for something going on in your life.... that can be arranged. Thanks Matt.

Woo-oo-oo-den Chair...

I find this video and song rather hypnotic. In a good way.

Marnie Montage...

So read my post on Marnie on White Rectangle if you want more detail on this wild and amazing Hitchcock film. But if you just want to jump right into delusional and fascinating wonderment... push play. Thanks to Alien Roc, whoever you are for putting this killer montage together to "Glory Box" by Portishead. Such a good song.

Such an ice-cold "no"...

Thanks to Maren's vast knowledge and obsession with classic film I was recently exposed to this.

Sick Muse...

You just don't need much to make a great video. Sunglasses...check. Sequin...check. Harsh lighting...check. Sparklers...CHECK!

R.I.P. MJ...

I know... in someway I think every human is a little sad that Michael Jackson died. It's not like I loved him currently or even kept up with his career but believe me when I say I was pretty addicted in my earlier years. Kayla and I caught a bunch of his videos the other day and I couldn't stop thinking about all the visual gems the Jacksons have given us. From the moonwalk to Latoya's current face... Serious Entertainment! Pieces of this strange video kept coming to me but I couldn't remember it exactly and finally Chris knew exactly what I was talking about, title and all. I went ape for this as a child. Enjoy it all over again or maybe if you are lucky... for the first time.

The Presets...

So despite being at work late Maren and I busted it to see The Presets last saturday. After a stressful traffic experience we made it to the front of the stage during the third song into their set thanks to Jory and Jo saving some dance space. I was so excited when I heard they were coming back because it was one of the best live shows I saw last year. Despite their sound being too much for any small scale Salt Lake venue to handle (the sound blew twice) they were nothing short of amazing. You are so gross and then you just keep dancing because you are powerless. Here is the new video to "If I Know You." Strange and intriguing. Despite my hate of heat, if Diet Coke and Beef Jerky were involved, I would totally be down for a summer night bonfire dance party. Enjoy.

Chills on the Dancefloor...

The really great thing about knowing someone with great music taste who gets jury duty is that they start to post a lot of stuff to your facebook page. Apparently the selection process is very boring but I was the recipient of some visual gems. 2 minutes and 48 seconds into this video I bust. So simple and beautiful. Also, her shoes are too good.

The band Keith is genius. This video kills me. But as I watched it something occured to me. It had a unique pace and angle that seemed familiar and then I read that it was directed by China Moo-Young. Did a little research off of a hunch and she had directed a short I saw at Sundance that has stuck with me for years. Just a quick but emotional story about a rather cool single dad who is struggling with his daughter getting older. Here is the preview for Juvenile. I really hope she is working on a full length feature because I want more!

Eyebrows...

Thank You Robin!!! The balloon gets me every time.

Pencil Face (sundance snippet)...

So Sundance Film Festival 2009 will be wrapping up tomorrow. It has been a wild week with many films and stories to come. For now, I just wanted to post this short film that I freaked out over. Pencil Face by Christian Simmons. Watch it below or if you are a bit of a visual snob like me you can go here and view it bigger and better and also watch many other terrific things. Enjoy.

Thanks Rodarte...

So I have been consumed with fashion lately (no surprise) and I have been especially consumed with Laura and Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte. I was watching videos of their shows and just wanted to thank them for introducing me to two albums that I am listening to non-stop lately. So i know the video is over a year old as are the albums but it is all worth a look and listen. Warning: This is a nearly 10 minute long video of a fashion show. I have been mocked in the past for long clips. So only click play if you want to be dazzled by painstakingly beautiful clothes, gorgeous models and great music!!


So the two songs that I really love are the first and third. The first is To The East by Electrelane off of the album No Shouts, No Calls.


The third song is Have You Seen In Your Dreams by Miracle Fortress off of the album Five Roses.
I was laughing about the cover of Miracle Fortress' album. i mean no offense because the album is BRILLIANT! But your name is so new age and this sort of looks like a Disney Princess Tribute album. But seriously you should check both of these out. Also, if you are super hip and have one a them fancy iphones you should use that neat thing that tells what song your hearing and leave in the comments who all the other songs are by.

Oh and go check out all the insane photos and videos and beauty of Rodarte here.

H-H-Hello

Score! I found one of my favorite movies of all time used on DVD. My videocassette of Party Girl was so tired. This scene is worth a million bucks. Oh Parker, will you ever know my love?

Apologies...

I knew the day would come to quickly when I would realize that I have not updated my blog for a bit and then I come to the shocking realization that it has been nearly a MONTH!! So sorry. At this point it would be difficult to catch you up on all things I am consumed with so I will just put two things here and then try and play catch up later.

First and most importantly...



Can I get a witness? This is not only two of my favorite things slapped together but one of the best magazine covers ever. I know that sounds extreme but I am not kidding. And in case you were wondering I have scrutinized a lot of magazine covers. I have skimmed the issue and can't wait to read it cover to cover.

Second. I went to MIA the other night and have since been even more fascinated by her entire thing. Her upbringing is wild and I am so interested in her music and message and style and the whole thing. So here is her video to Paper Planes. Incredible song and so worth the Ad Rock and Mike D cameo towards the end if you are a Beastie fan.

Enjoy...

Oh Justice!!

So I had heard that the video for DVNO was amazing but I just got around to watching it and it's all true. Justice is so clever. I feel like a kid again and some film strip or video is about to begin but first we get to see some cool company brand on the screen. I am a sucker for a good graphic and this is like a feast. Except you get to see things written like "ugly girls and boys" and "makes girls sweat."

This ting is my favorite new dance move.

So I am back from Philadelphia and Santogold! was great. I am now leaving again for a quick trip but have another video surprise for you. Peter said to me, "I recorded a video for you that I thought you might freak out over." And I did. Here is the video for Great DJ by The Ting Tings. Who knows what else is in store for this hip duo but what I hear I like and this is the best dance move since the "punch through the hole" move in the Yelle remix video. Oh and broken doll poses always earn points with me.

Stupid!! Columbia Records is making it difficult. So go here to watch the video.

I guess I will post the Yelle video remix since I jipped you. Watch for the sweet "round the head then over and punch the arm through the hole" move. Kills me everytime.

Philly Beef & Swiss

So I am off to Philadelphia for work. I will basically be there for like seven minutes and then I am back. But one of the perks of working for a pretty hip company is that people like Santogold! perform after a long day of meetings. This video blows my mind. I am really interested to see her live. Don't worry. I am taking my camera and will give a full report.

My Gem Dreams Came True!

Those of you who know me well were forced to watch a lot of Leslie Hall on my laptop shortly after Kathryn intoduced me to her magical world. Finally, i was able to see her on Friday night and it was amazingly hilarious. I really don't know what to say except that she is so genuinely funny. I was laughing so hard that I was turning into "that guy." You know the one that you wonder when the last time he got a good laugh was. I was obnoxious. So bask in the glory of this hot photo of us. Also, I hope that somebody got their stolen pitbull back. Stolen?

Also this video in the post below is a bit long but so funny and maybe more for those who have watched all the music videos and need to witness Leslie on the phone. There are a couple of moments that kill me. Her rolling the phone around in boredom and the way she says "star." If any of you are unfamiliar then justice must be served and you need to click on her name above and go to town.