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Nocturne follows a homicide detective (Liev Schreiber) who trades city living for small-town life. But things take a turn as a serial killer strikes in a pattern identical to that of an imprisoned man (Stephen Graham). As the case evolves, the cop’s surrogate daughter (Zazie Beetz) gets pulled into the killer’s web of psychological terror.
If you could time travel to prehistoric Earth without modern conveniences, how long would you survive? Fossil explores eras from the Precambrian to the Pleistocene, estimating how quickly each would do you in. The creatures might seem like the biggest threat, but the climate, environment, and lack of food would likely take out any unprepared
Would you rather be chased down by Chucky, a Demogorgon, or the Alien Queen? This animated video from Vani Plaku’s Red Side answers that question and more by comparing the running speeds of 49 iconic monsters from movies and TV. For something a little less terrifying, watch their video that compares the speeds of cartoon
Jelle’s Marble Runs is back with another marble machine. The primary goal of “Cacophony” is to make noise. Loaded up with 2000 individual marbles, its mix of rotating drums, ramps, nails, pipes, bells, and springs helps it produce a variety of satisfying sounds. For a fun challenge, see if you can spot the elusive blue,
Aviation filmmaker Louis Skupien captured this footage of a pair of AH-64E Apache gunships while hanging out in the back of a CH-47 Chinook. He recorded this awesome flight footage for an episode of FULL THROTTLE all about the Apache helicopter and its inner workings. The South Carolina Army National Guard provided access to these
We watched in awe as wingsuit world champion Espen Fadnes hit speeds exceeding 200 kph as he buzzed along the steep Trollstigen Road in Norway, zooming past a bus and a bike rider as he made his descent. The stunt was performed in collaboration with Zing Toothpaste, with producer Amber Forte riding the bike and
Death Cab for Cutie’s track “Stone Over Water” paints a picture of aging, feeling stressed, and masking it all. Director Sean Solomon’s charming animated music video uses playful imagery to reflect that story with a heartwarming message about empathy and human connection in times of struggle. From the exceptional 2026 album I Built You a
Alien species in science fiction come in all shapes and sizes. In this fantastic comparison video from MetaBall Studios, we see just how different these creatures are in size. With everything from microorganisms (ahem, Midi-Chlorians) to planet-devouring beasts, the variety is impressive. From Grogu to Galactus, there are just so many awesome aliens.
Filmmaker Nik Arthur’s short Witness: An Organima Film, uses macro photography of various organic objects as a canvas for animation. From rocks to wood to water to leaves, each brief vignette reminds us to slow down and look more closely at the everyday things that surround us.
Inspired by a question he heard on the podcast My Brother, My Brother and Me, Randall and Henry from xkcd’s What If? explore an interesting physics experiment that can easily be tested. The idea is simple: if you put a toaster inside of a freezer, would it still work, or would the freezer keep it
Shinzo Tamura is a third-generation Japanese eyewear maker who creates lightweight sunglasses using TALEX polarized lenses. The Namba pays tribute to 1950s style with modern lens tech. The copper-mirrored model reduces glare and enhances clarity for driving, fishing, or winter sports. They’re available in six other lens colors, optimized for various activities.
MathMotion used computer simulations to show how different kinds of crank mechanisms work. The surprisingly relaxing animation demonstrates 12 designs, including sliders, yokes, cams, escapements, and linkages, assembling each piece by piece before setting it in motion to reveal the geometry and mechanical principles behind it.