Unexpected Discoveries || Animated Short Film

A young fellow finds himself stumbling upon an ordinary flashlight that allows him to explore other places.

 Unexpected Discoveries reminds us to always be present. 

You never know what is around the corner or what is directly in front of you.

Hit play and have a good New Year! 

Unexpected Discoveries from Fern on Vimeo.

Gone Tomorrow || Hawaii

 Our world moves fast. It goes a million miles a minute, spinning at the speed of infinity and never slowing down. You’re here today — fully here, engaged — then you’re gone tomorrow. Onto the next one. A new coast to explore, the next swell to surf, another moment to fall in love with. 

Gone Tomorrow celebrates that spirit of now. 

The Hawaii edition features Jeremy Flores, Connor O’Leary, Leo Fioravanti, Zeke Lau, Mikey Wright, Kanoa Igarashi, Koa Rothman, Jesse Mendes, Mikey February and more.

 And, yep, it’s guaranteed to make you want to go surfing.

The Porsche 911 || Reimagined By Singer, Driven By Enthusiasts

Follow Petrolicious into the heartland of America as they pay a visit to Indiana to meet Matt Euson and his Porsche 911 reimagined by Singer Vehicle Design. 

 Whether it’s a quick jaunt to the office, picking up the kids from football practice, or tearing through the secluded snakes of tarmac outside of town, this 911 is driven as it was built to be. 

Check it out below! 

RHYTHMS OF PERU || Short Film

There is so much more to Peru than Machu Picchu.

 From the heart of Lima to deep in the Sacred Valley, 'RHYTHMS OF PERU' takes you not only to Peru's most iconic, but also far off the tourist trail for a chance to experience a more intimate view of this beautiful country.

Hit play. 

RHYTHMS OF PERU from Nathaniel Connella on Vimeo.

Let It Flow || Boo Johnson

At 24-years-old, Boo Johnson is one of the most in-demand names in the industry.

 But it’s more than his massive pop and raw energy that has helped him carve a genuine presence in modern skateboarding culture. 

 His ability to tread an impossible line between being intoxicatingly laid-back yet incredibly switched on is at once alluring and inspiring.

 The embodiment of a soulful skater, Johnson lives life to it’s fullest and skates the sidewalk of a flawed society.

 Director Sebastien Zanella presents Let It Flow, a thoughtful portrait of one of the strongest personalities in skateboarding's modern era, an immersive and exhilarating ride into the mind and times of pro-skateboarder Boo Johnson.

Let It Flow - Boo Johnson from Desillusion on Vimeo.

Seeking Nirvana 2.4 || Men Who Stare At Sheep

This unique islands’ offerings leave nothing to be desired.

 Never far from the mountains, nor far from the sea… from the rivers, the forest, civilization or… from getting lost.

 Follow the journey from the high reaches of New Zealand's Southern Alps to the cold water surf breaks that pound the intricate coastlines.

Seeking Nirvana 2.4 - Men Who Stare At Sheep from Seeking Nirvana on Vimeo.

LoveStories || Chapter One, Bo

This video gives insight into a loving relationship from the point of view of 'the boyfriend'.

 Little details, stupid things, and charming elements are the things why he's in love with her, even when that means eating kebab, walking into metro gates, and acting out the same film scene every single day.

Hit play and have a nice Christmas! 

LoveStories - Chapter One, Bo from Caroline Koning on Vimeo.

TATTOOS & MAGIC || A Journal in my Skin

Tattoos are my journal. A timestamp. A map. They act as mementos. Reminders of things, people and places that I can never escape. The good, the bad, the ugly; they are all a part of me. - Chris Ramsay

Hit play and enjoy!

The Grand Tour to Florence || Italy Timelapse & Hyperlapse

Florence is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its overflow of palaces, churches and museums filled with masterful paintings and sculptures. 

 Tuscan cuisine, incredible boutique shopping, and mesmerizing views at every turn, the city of Florence is nothing short of spectacular. Known worldwide as the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence embodies the spirit of ancient Italy and has managed to preserve it for nearly 700 years.

 With over 350,000 who call the city home, and nearly 1.5 million who reside in its surrounding metropolitan area, Florence skillfully fuses the past with the present, creating a unique time capsule of ancient aesthetics housed within a hustling, bustling world of modern day Italy.

 Containing a wealth of preserved artistic and architectural masterpieces, the city is home to almost one-third of the world’s artistic treasures, according to UNESCO, an organization which designates world heritage sites to preserve the world’s most important cultural locations and artifacts. With a near countless number of art galleries and over 45 museums – including the Uffizi Gallery, the world’s best collection of Italian Renaissance art, and the Galleria dell'Accademia, home to the legendary statue of David – it is no wonder why the city captures the hearts and imaginations of all who visit.

 From the ancient churches and stunning buildings that line the city streets to the priceless artistic masterpieces created by Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Giotto housed within Florence’s galleries, the city is bursting with art and culture.

 Florence’s influence can be felt in more than just the world of art. The capital of the region of Tuscany, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian language. It was famed Italian author Dante Alighieri and other writers such as Boccaccio and Petrarca who were the first to begin writing in a language other than Latin.

 Florence was also the first city in all of Europe to have paved streets. With its rich history and incomparable influence on modern Italian life, Florence certainly changed the way that most view Italy.

Have a peep below. 

The Grand Tour to Florence. Italy Timelapse & Hyperlapse from Kirill Neiezhmakov on Vimeo.

adidas Skateboarding Presents || Nora

In celebration of the first female Pro rider to join the global adidas Skateboarding team, we are proud to present "Nora", a digital short documenting the birth of skate icon, Nora Vasconcellos. 

 Earning the respect of her peers, both on and off the board, Nora shares the experiences that have shaped her life. 

Hit play! 

Up Here Kids (Official) || Short Documentary Film

Matt Smith worked on this project for about 5 years and now he has chosen to put it out for free.

 Up Here Kids gives an intimate look into Tennessee's graffiti culture through beautiful cinematography, interviews and storytelling. It focuses on the process and what motivates a handful of the notorious artists in the scene.

Check it out below and enjoy! 

Great Big Story || The Teen Sneaker Dealer to the Rich and Famous

Benjamin Kapelushnik, aka "The Sneaker Don," knows a thing or two about shoes.

 He's done nearly $1 million in sneaker sales and his clientele includes DJ Khaled and Chris Brown.

 Oh, and did we mention that he's still in high school? NBD. 

Check it out below. 

POOL SCUM || Stop Motion Animation

Set in California in the illustrious 80s, POOL SCUM, follows the showdown of two arch nemeses on the path to backyard pool greatness. 

 Stop motion brilliance from Foster Huntington and Movie Mountain.

POOL SCUM EPISODES 1-3 from Foster Huntington on Vimeo.

Casey Brown || This Is Home

"Yea I guess as a kid, you have limitless dreams and you can kind of think of whatever you want to do, you can do. But as you get older and especially after graduating high school, you got to think of how you can, you know make ends meet and stuff. So during those times, dreams can either slip away from you, if you let them, or you can pour your heart into it and really make it work." - Casey Brown

Enjoy!

 

Casey Brown - This Is Home from Ride Shimano on Vimeo.

Land of Skate || (Official Documentary)

As the world continues to divide, in the Land of Skate people are uniting. Children and youth in countries caught up by conflict and inequality are being empowered through skateboarding. 

 The documentary produced by Ghost Digital Cinema, directed by renowned filmmaker Ty Evans and supported by Nimia was filmed on location in Afghanistan, Cambodia and South Africa, and captures breathtaking shots and an often unseen perspective of these countries. It goes behind the doors of Skateistan’s Skate Schools worldwide for the first time, at which over 1,800 children and youth are gaining access to education and opportunities. It delves deeper into the inspiring stories of Latifa, Ahmed, Soso and Srey Pich who, despite living in difficult circumstances, have found a route to empowerment through skateboarding and education. 

 The Land of Skate explores how Skateistan has impacted the lives of children and youth in these locations but also how skateboarding has created a global community in a divisive world. Latifa, Ahmed, Soso and Srey Pich may be from opposite sides of the globe, but they are citizens of the same land, united by skateboarding.

Sit back and hit play. 

This Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Is Driving In Stereo || Short film

If Italian DNA speaks to you, sit back and enjoy this gorgeously filmed short film of a 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint owned by musician Jeff Martin.

 Everything about it will make you want a vintage Alfa of your own.

Just For Kicks || Documentary

“Just For Kicks” is the first documentary film featuring an overview of the sneaker phenomena through interviews of world-renown collectors, Hip-Hop pioneers, industry players, rap stars, journalists, brand marketers and other sneaker addicts.

 In the film, shot in New York, Paris, London, Portland and Los Angeles, insider personalities such as Bobbito Garcia, Rock Steady Crew’s Doze Green, Grandmaster Caz & JDL (Cold Crush Brothers), Rev. Run, DMC & Russell Simmons, Scoop Jackson, Futura 2000, Fab 5 Freddy, Bonz Malone, Wu-Tang Clan’s Raekwon, Damon Dash and more share their passion and their perspectives on how and why sneakers have evolved into one of the key elements of style of the MTV generation.

 Far from a formal history of the sneaker industry, the story offers a fun and colorful insiders’ view of this phenomenon, narrowing down on the last 30 years during which Hip Hop became the dominant youth culture worldwide, a fact widely viewed as one of the key elements in the uprising of sneaker culture.

 Analyzing this global phenomenon, the film is the first of its kind to present the underlying drivers and players that fueled the global sneakers revolution…. and its $26 Billion global market.

The film reveals the untold stories behind the successes of the world’s biggest brands, in the voice of those who made it happen, delivering the back story by delving into the music, urban culture, sponsorship deals, most hyped up re-issues, marketing politics, and corporate takeovers.

 The story is supported by original footage as well as exclusive testimonies, never-seen before archive material, legendary performances, classic film clips and cult photography, ad-campaigns, music videos and album covers.

 Vivid visuals blend with some of the hottest hip-hop tracks and music, film, graphic design and photography come together plunging the viewer into this overlooked part of today’s global pop culture.

Watch it below. 

just for kicks from txemy on Vimeo.

Happiness || Animated Short Film

The story of a rodent's unrelenting quest for happiness and fulfillment.

 Directed and animated by Steve Cutts.

 Have a peep below.

Happiness from Steve Cutts on Vimeo.

CULT OF FREEDOM || THE AUSTRALIA PART

Globe and Monster present a series of relatively short films about surfing and everything that goes along with it…CULT OF FREEDOM!

 THE AUSTRALIA PART features the surfing of Dion Agius, Noa Deane, Nate Tyler, Taj Burrow, Brendon Gibbens, Creed McTaggart, Eric Geiselman, and Jay Davies running up and down the east and west coasts of... You guessed it, Australia.

Enjoy. 

CULT OF FREEDOM: THE AUSTRALIA PART from GLOBE on Vimeo.

João Retorta: Uma Da Manhã (1am) || Random Acts

Lisbon, one night. On a day just like any other.

This short film wanders between some recognizable landscapes of the night of the Portuguese capital and details of daily life that well represent the human side of the city.

 João Retorta is a Lisbon-born, London-based filmmaker with an enviable track who has collaborated with Loyle Carner, Wretch 32, Jax Jones and Branko.

Check it out below and enjoy!

The Nihang Warriors of India || NOWNESS

A new film by director Erik Morales, produced by CANADA, zooms in on the Sikh order of Nihang, an ancient armed warrior order known as the Akalis, or, "Immortals."

Sit back and enjoy. 

 

The Nihang Warriors of India - NOWNESS from NOWNESS on Vimeo.

RŌZU || adidas Skateboarding in Japan

adidas Skateboarding travels to Japan for 'RŌZU'.

 Follow the global team as they explore the iconic urban setting in the Land of the Rising Sun from Toyko & beyond.

 Officially introducing Diego Najera to the team, and featuring Alec Majerus, Dennis Busenitz, Jack Fardell, Lucas Puig, Magnus Bordewick, Mark Suciu, Miles Silvas, Nestor Judkins, Nora Vasconcellos, Rodrigo TX, Silas Baxter-Neal, Blondey McCoy, Chewy Cannon, Dennis Durrant, Gustav Tonnesen, Daewon Song, Klaus Bohms, Pete Eldridge, Tom Snape, Hiroki Muraoka, Brandon Nguyen, and Shin Sanbongi. 

Hit play. 

Reebok Presents '3:AM' || An Exploration of Late Night Creativity

For most creatives, 3:AM represents something entirely different from the average person, allowing creators unfettered focus to dive into their work in the early morning hours to further their own projects, collaborate with like-minded creators and ultimate bring their projects to life. 

 In the initial teaser video, we get an inside look into Cam’ron thoughts and inspirations and what inspires him in his late night sessions in his studio.

 We also receive the same intimate look at GucciGhost’s Trevor Andrew’s early morning bursts of creativity and what really fuels his work through the night in NYC, the city that never sleeps.

Check it out below. 

The Best Films of 2017 || A Video Countdown

Annually, film critic David Ehrlich edits together a stunning video countdown of his favorite movies of the year.

 As artful as it is informative, this love letter to cinema is worth every second of your time.

THE 25 BEST FILMS OF 2017: A VIDEO COUNTDOWN from David Ehrlich on Vimeo.

Gotta Groove Records || Short Documentary

A short documentary film on the history and resurgence of vinyl records from the perspective of an artist focused pressing plant in Cleveland, Ohio named Gotta Groove Records.

 A hero story about grit, manufacturing and the pursuit of passion.

Hit play and enjoy. 

Gotta Groove Records from Nick Cavalier on Vimeo.

(le) Rebound || Short Film

A heartbroken young woman follows a hipster fling to France where she falls headlong into a hedonistic romp.

Sit back and enjoy! 

(le) Rebound from Laura Beckner on Vimeo.

Red Bull || Dougie Lampkin's Last Joyride in an abandoned theme park.

Dougie Lampkin has taught us to do wheelies and to ride on a single wheel for 60 kilometres and for an hour and a half.

 He has won the trial championship twelve times and always finds a way to astonish and be the central figure of new challenges.

 This time he relives a place dedicated to fun and games, an abandoned playground in Milan, with his technique along his creativity made up of cutting-edge tricks.

Enjoy! 

i-D Meets || New Skater Girls

With filmmaker Ophelia Wynne we step inside the world of Brighton skater Rianne as she recounts her journey from watching her brother to hitting the streets herself in search of adventure, hanging with her skater friends, to falling in love with the subculture, to after party with all her skater pals she has met along the way. 

Have a peep below! 

The xx || We See You Berlin (Short Film)

The xx have shared a new short film titled We See You Berlin, the first in a series of We See You films. 

 The 10-minute short film looks at the close bond between The xx and their fans. Directed by Sylvie Weber, it features live and documentary footage from the bands headline set at Berlin’s Lollapalooza, alongside a number of intimate portraits of fans who attended the show. 

 Speaking about the film, director Weber said: 

 "My process as a filmmaker speaks to a consistent desire within me to unveil the character within, I keep an aesthetic and cinematic visual in mind when on set, cautiously leading the protagonists while allowing them to slowly become more themselves on screen.

 In the case of ‘We See You’, coming across truly engaged and earnest individuals was not difficult, the vulnerability that The xx expose in their music is the basis for their incredibly close connection to the fans themselves. I think we've managed to represent in these four stories the feeling of the many millions who are so profoundly affected by the harmonies of Romy, Oliver and Jamie." 

 Watch We See You Berlin below! 

How KAWS Became the Face Of Comtemporary Art || Blueprint

KAWS went from a skater kid doing graffiti around New York City to illustrating the beloved animated series Doug to creating instantly recognizable pop art that gained visibility the world over. 

 The artist, painter, designer and toymaker details how he linked with Nigo and Pharrell in Japan, collaborated with Jordan and Uniqlo for sold-out capsules, and created motifs that elevated fine art into the cultural zeitgeist.

Check it out below.

Nomad Bodyboards || Novy || Let Me Loose

When Michael Novy comes across conditions like this you're in for something special.

  Almost 2 minutes of Novy just letting loose.

Hit play. 

Nomad Bodyboards | Novy | Let Me Loose from Limited Edition on Vimeo.

New Balance Numeric || NB# presents Parallax

Nothing is real.

 The New Balance Numeric Team journey across Germany and Italy.

 Featuring:

 Brandon Westgate, Flo Mirtain, Franky Villani, Jake Hayes, Jordan Taylor, Karl Salah, Levi Brown, Nisse Ingemarsson and Tyler Surrey.

Check it out below. 

NB# presents Parallax from New Balance Numeric on Vimeo.

BK by Photographer, Andre D. Wagner || Brooklyn Made

Street photographer Andre D. Wagner discusses his technique, influences and the art of capturing Brooklyn. 

Have a peep below. 

The Art of Fighting || Short Documentary

In 1999 Hussain Sadiqi fled the remote mountains of central Afghanistan as the Taliban stepped up their violent persecution of the Hazara people.

 This was to be the start of Hussain’s epic 20,000km journey to Australia.

 10 years later, this self confessed ‘nomad’ is about to give up his new life in his new country to pursue a life long dream - a dream that was born over 20 years ago, when a young Hussain first saw a torn and battered picture of his life long hero, Bruce Lee.

Check it out below. 

The Art of Fighting // Short Documentary from Alex Barnes on Vimeo.

Stunning MTB masterclass: Matt Jones || Frames Of Mind

Check out how how Matt Jones visualises tricks and pushes MTB freestyle skills to the very limit, providing a fresh view into how elite athletes use sports psychology to compete at the highest level.

 Using gripping rotoscoping techniques the latest film sees Red Bull’s young gun demonstrate unique tricks including world-firsts in freestyle mountain biking: Bum Slide, 270 Rim Bonk, Hitching Post Flip to Feet, Decade Tsunami, Superman Backflip to tuc no-hander.

 Within the film, an advanced editing technique ‘rotoscoping’ was used by Cut Media to enable the audience to see what's going through Matt’s head as he prepared for seemingly impossible tricks.

 This required an intricate process, cutting out countless sequential frames, in order to create the floating ‘traces’ seen in the final production.

Hit play. 

Stunning MTB masterclass: Matt Jones | Frames Of Mind from Red Bull on Vimeo.

Apocalyptos || Animated Short Film

A battle between young gods can have colossal consequences.

Hit play and enjoy. 

Apocalyptos from Apocalyptos Team on Vimeo.

GoPro || Discovering the Mentawais in 4K

“It takes a special sort of mindset to truly discover something” - Captain Martin Daly. 

 Martin Daly was born in Australia but has spent his life searching for some of the best undiscovered surf spots in the most remote parts of the world.

 He now runs a world renown surf charter business in Indonesia, the Indies Trader fleet.

  He takes us back to one of his earliest discoveries, the breaks off the coast of the Mentawais, and brings Felicity Palmateer, Mikala Jones, Marlon Gerber, Tatiana Weston-Webb, Anthony Walsh, and Kai Lenny along for the ride. 

Check it out below. 

GoPro: Discovering the Mentawais in 4K from GoPro on Vimeo.

Wolf of the Autostrada || Short Film

The Swedish motoring specialists at Kidston just unleashed a new short film that pays homage to The Usual Suspects, The Wolf of Wall Street and Scarface with a little help from some incredible vintage rides.

 Escape and enjoy.

Wolf of the Autostrada from Kidston.TV on Vimeo.

New Balance Numeric || NB Underground

Battling April showers and cobblestoned streets last year, a few of the New Balance Numeric Team took a short trip to London, Paris and Lyon.

 As documented by James Messina and Jake Harris, for Brindle Collective.

 Featuring : Antoine Asselin, Levi Brown, Tom Knox, Tom Karangelov, Tyler Surrey, Jordan Taylor and Flo Mirtain.

 Check it out below.

NB Underground from New Balance Numeric on Vimeo.

Behind the Biennale || A Short History of the World's Most Important Art Exhibition

What would the world be like without the Venice Biennale?

 A chorus of art-world insiders and Venice locals respond with insights and stories, helping us navigate the cultural influence of this somewhat enigmatic, 120-year-old tradition.

 Produced in collaboration with UBS, and directed by Oscar Boyson, this film pulls back the curtain on the event’s reach, extending beyond art and into politics and history at large.

Sit back and enjoy. 

Behind the Biennale: A Short History of the World’s Most Important Art Exhibition from Artsy on Vimeo.