Pop 5

The last days of 2010 and the first ones of 2011 have been quite prolific in terms of pop culture consumed. So, today I'm presenting you my Pop 5.

Aces

Couldn't be happier 2010 is finally out of the way. Let's start 2011 with a song. Karen Elson used to be one of my favourite models and now she's a singer/songwriter and still fabulous. Also, I want her hair.

Have a spectacular new year!

Merry Happy

Yes, it's here. Don't really have much Christmas spirit to be spreading it around, but doing my best. Whatever you do, have a good time doing it, eat a second helping of stuffing and have another round of eggnog. 'Tis the season, after all.

Cheers!

(extra points if you got the Community reference in the title)

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14 Actors Acting

The New York Times Magazine recently created a video series named Fourteen Actors Acting as a tribute to some of Hollywood's classic screen types, to celebrate their annual Hollywood Issue. The videos are short, black and white performances by 14 actors, directed by Solve Sundsbo. The stars include Jesse Eisenberg, Natalie Portman, Michael Douglas, Matt Damon, Vincent Cassel and more.

It's a really interesting video gallery, and some of the scenes are absolutely breathtaking. The music by Owen Pallett is beautiful and really ties the whole series together. You can watch all the videos here and then let me know which one is your favourite!

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Found

Being a doodler, I love the concept of Found magazine. I'm always on the lookout for stray photos and crumpled notes, love how they allow me a personal glimpse in someone else's life. The people behind it collect all these found items and share them with the world. Isn't it a great idea? I actually laughed out loud when I saw the note above, which was found scribbled on a barf bag in a plane.

You can submit your own findings, plus you can buy their magazines and books online. For photography enthusiasts, they have a special book about found Polaroids, which goes straight to my Christmas wishlist.

So, take a moment or two to browse their site and next time you're in a supermarket, a bar or the library, keep an eye out for these tossed away treasures. They might make your day.

Won't it be strange when we're all fully grown

Today is Pulp day. I almost screamed with excitement when I heard the news. Yes, one of Britain's coolest bands are reuniting for some live shows this summer. I can't think of anything more exciting for someone who grew up in the '90s. Check out their official page and start saving up. That's what I'm doing.

Hotel Chevalier

Hotel Chevalier is a short film by Wes Anderson, a prologue to his 2007 film, The Darjeeling Limited, starring Jason Schwartzman and Natalie Portman. It's a 13-minute long love story, and takes place entirely in a hotel room, which makes me love it even more. You can watch it all on youtube, part 1 and part 2 .

The setting and atmosphere is beautiful, and the chemistry between Portman and Schwartzman works great. When watching this again today for this post, I fell in love all over again with the 1969 song Where do you go to my lovely by Peter Starstedt, which really helps set the mood for this film, although that's to be expected of Mr. Anderson, his films always have gorgeous music. Pure vintage goodness.

-Are you running away from me?
-I thought I already did.