Slumdog Millionaire Trailer
Danny Boyle’s (Trainspotting, 28 Days Later) newest film Slumdog Millionaire has just released its new trailer. Although the storyline may not appeal to all (it’s set around the game show Who Wants to be a Millionaire India), Boyle’s new flick however, is winning the hearts of those who’ve already been lucky to see it. The story follows Jamal Malik, an 18 year-old orphan from the slums of Mumbai who makes it as a contestant on the Millionaire game show. Only one question away from winning, the show is forced to break for the night. Things go awry when he is arrested and accused of cheating for knowing all the answers. It’s hard to believe a street kid could actually know so much. As a way to prove his innocence, Jamal tells his stories of growing up in the slums. They are stories that include friendship, violence, and true love. Each story he tells is related to how he knows the answers to the questions in the game show. Check out after the jump to see the opening dates for some cities. Watch the HD trailer now at Yahoo.
Via: Slash Film
Sanyo ALBO
Sanyo’s new 7inch LCD frame is a retro sci-fi device that is designed to display your collection of photos. The ALBO as it’s called, has the capabilities of displaying RSS feeds via WiFi, and through an invared port, it can receive photos from your cell phone. If that’s not enough photo uploading joy for you, you can also use the 256 megabytes of memory that’s equipped with the ALBO to store and show your photos. To make things a bit more fun, the ALBO can display your images as a slideshow, even allowing you to put some special effects on it. Available in Japan on November 14 for $422.
DC Shoes Aaron Rose Project Mid
Drawing inspiration from the mod culture of the 60’s, artist Aaron Rose teamed up with DC for their Artist Project Series. Included in the project’s collection are these desert boot inspired mids. Details on the inside include two contrasting plaid lining patterns. One on the shoe interior and one on the footbed. Exterior details includ a red stitching which gives the shoes a bit of character. The shoes also come in black. Check out more pics after the jump.
Via: Acquire Mag
Ecco Ultra Lounge
Ecco Ultra Lounge is Hollywood’s first and only green nightlife spot. Designed by Beau Robb, the space is eco-minded in its architecture and interior design. The lights are of energy-efficient LED lighting, the floors are bamboo, and the concrete fixtures are from eco-friendly cement. Departing from the design aspect, Ecco even provides free valet service for hybrid cars. For drinks, the bar serves a wide range of organic and eco-friendly libations. The drink menu boasts options such as the Ginger Tumbleweed (Hennessey VSOP Cognac, Organic Fresh Mint, Fresh Tangerine Pulp, Fresh Ginger, Fresh Lemon Juice), The Sparkling Acai (360 Eco-friendly Vodka, Acai Juice, Moet Chandon Sparkling), an Organic Berry Mojito, and many more. As for the grub, you can get dolphin safe yellow fin tuna croquettes for starters or free range organic chicken as a main course. Check out the rest of the menu and more pictures after the jump. Ecco is now only currently open for private parties and corporate events. However, they will be having a sepcial Halloween party. The official opening of the Ecco Ultra Lounge will come in a few weeks.
Via: Rare Daily
7th Season Trailer for 24
Jack Bauer is back again this Fall. Though 24’s last season wasn’t its best, this season looks to be a bit more promising, especially with this preview for the show. Judging from the scenes we’ll get a little bit more for our viewing pleasure, such as Jack Bauer in Washington, more car chases, more gun action, and more of everything of what Jack Bauer usually does (like whispering really loudly). Don’t get it mistaken though, this is not the trailer for the TV movie coming out on November 23rd. It’s for 24’s January season premiere. Check out the trailer now.
Via: The Live Feed
Center Cut
Center Cut, located at the mezzanine of the Lincoln Center’s Empire Hotel in New York will be opening their doors tomorrow. The steakhouse by Jeffrey Chodorow will have in their menu items such as the “Flintstone” Beef Rib, the Double “Double” Lobster Bisque, and more. Steaks come a la carte or as classics (Diane, Oscar, au Poivre). Center Cut also has a nice private room for special occasions.
Located at: Empire Hotel, 44 W. 63rd St, Mezzanine Level (between Broadway and Columbus Circle)
USB Port Wine by Peltier Station
Did you know that wineries can’t use the word “port” on wine labels unless they’re really from Portugal? As a name loophole against the European Union’s rules Pletier Station got clever with the packaging and naming of their “USB Port Wine.” The $25 bottle, which is actually a true Zinfandel port, is made with a serious nose of chocolate, balanced with ruby cherry and spice. Sounds good enough for a try, especially as a wine to accompany your desserts.
You can purchase a bottle at Peltier Station
The Unfinished Swan
The Unfinished Swan – Tech Demo 9/2008 from Ian Dallas on Vimeo.
Although still in its early development, a lot of buzz has been surrounding Ian Dallas’s new video game concept called “The Unfinished Swan.” The game is basically set in a black and white world where you have to splatter paint to see where you’re going. The game is very maze like, with challenging obstacles around every corner. Watch out for its release around March of 2009.
Via PSFK
The Paramount Bar
The Paramount Bar, located on the top of London’s Center Point tower is one of London’s newest hottest venues. Designed by renowned English interior designer Tom Dixon, The Paramount’s aesthetics can be described as a mixture of 60’s retro with futuristic themes. Usage of concrete and stone turned into smooth, shiny hard-edged fixtures makes the place look like a night-hour spot inside a space-ship. With its clean interior and superior view, it’s now wonder why only the chosen can visit the place. A membership only spot, you must first apply and then be assessed to gain entry. More images after the jump.
Via The Coolhunter
MTV – I Want My MTV
MTV can’t really be considered Music Television anymore with all the obscure reality shows they keep on producing. In order to keep real music fans happy, MTV shifts their music focus on the internet with their new site “I Want My MTV.” The site is pretty much a collective of all the Music Videos ever aired on the channel broken down into genres. So if you want to reminisce and be obscure your own way by watching La Bouche’s “Be My Lover” video, go ahead, it’s there.
Visit: I Want MY MTV
