FILM REVIEW: ALL GOOD THINGS

Over the busy weekend of social events and continued planning for upcoming summer projects I found the time to take in a film. Thanks to the continually expanding library of titles to Netflix's watch instantly capabilities I found the film entitled All Good Things.

This film directed by Andrew Jarecki, written by Marcus Hinchey and Marc Smerling, starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst, and Frank Langella, and produced by Andrew Jarecki, Micheal London, Bruna Papandrea, and Marc Smerling. Is the story a love story and murder mystery based on the most notorious unsolved murder case in New York history. The original screenplay uses newly discovered facts, court records and speculation as the foundation for a story of family, obsession, love and loss.Written by Official Synopsis

As I watched this film unfold I was in question about where the tension was and when it was going to break. The film was set up early as a foreshadowing event set the tone for the rest of the film, which kept me intrigued and dictated how I viewed characters development. And in a very unexpected way that character development unfolded in a rather chilling way that enhanced the film. The pacing of the film was great as again this was a film based off of actual events. This was a rather entertaining film, which is why I give it 3 stars.

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OH LINDSAY

Always looking for innovate approaches to create branding experiences for Able Abe Clothing we came along this video... is it a hit or miss and what do you think its promoting?

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FILM REVIEW: STONE

As another week is underway so many new things to do and improve. We continue to push the DENIM PROJECT: with the summer months just around the corner and how we love the ladies in jeans shorts... DAMN! For this post we reflect on our film viewing of over the weekend catching a film via Netflix watch instantly capabilities called STONE.

A big fan of both Robert De Niro and Edward Norton seeing them work together in a previous film called The SCORE it was almost a must to see how this one would play out.

This film directed by John Curran, written by Angus MacLachlan, starring Edward Norton, Milla Jovovich, Robert De Niro, produced by David Mimran, Jordan Schur, and Holly Weirsma. This is the story of Parole officer Jack Mabry (Robert De Niro) who has only a few weeks left before retirement and wishes to finish out the cases he's been assigned. One such case is that of Gerald "Stone" Creeson (Edward Norton), a convicted arsonist who is up for parole. Jack is initially reluctant to indulge Stone in the coarse banter he wishes to pursue and feels little sympathy for the prisoner's pleads for an early release. Seeing little hope in convincing Jack himself, Stone arranges for his wife Lucetta (Milla Jovovich) to seduce the officer, but motives and intentions steadily blur amidst the passions and buried secrets of the corrupted players in this deadly game of deception. Written by The Massie Twins

As I watched this film I began to see it was a bit more complex than your typical prison drama or deception turns one's life into shambles. This film took an approach and topic not much used in mainstream films and turned it into a piece that really made you think. That topic resolves around the HUGE question of the meaning of our lives here on earth. Are things meant to be, or do we have any influences on the outcomes of our lives.

The performances of both De Niro and Norton were typical greatness yet the films final resolution after tackling such an enormous subject left me wanting something a bit more substantial in an ending, I mean come make a statement. That said I give this film 3 STARS

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Look who came to save the day!

I thought this was poetic on the predicted last day of the world check it out! If you like it pass it on to a friend.

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Crown Royal, and sex sells anything... RIGHT!?

First up for today's post is a short film of Big Boi of Outkast fame in a behind the scenes look for the premium liquor brand Crown Royal Black. BOOM!

"The Crown Life" is a multi-layered campaign created to mark and celebrate life's crowning moments. On the heels of the launch of new variant, Crown Royal Black whisky, Crown Royal has gathered influential designers, filmmakers, and legendary producer and artist Big Boi to release exclusive, limited-edition products and content. All artists and designers have been tasked to use their craft to create something that celebrates what "The Crown Life" means to them -- finding royalty in everyday experiences.

Now at KONJO (112 West 2nd St. Chico, Ca)

A friend of mine sent me this next video of the gorgeous Playboy Playmate Francesca Frigo impersonating "Mars Blackmon" for a Playboy Spot repining the best Air Jordans ever. I'm all for beautiful sexy women, but does sex need to be used to sell everything? Let me know what you think... here's the clip.

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KEEPING IT MOVIN'

On a slow day many moves are being made behind the scenes of Able Abe Clothing in preparation for the upcoming summer season. With creative inspiration all around use here are two videos that got our creativity flowing... check it out and tell us what you think.

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The Airplane Boys - Born To Be (Official Music Video) from The Airplane Boys on Vimeo.

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PROGRESS MAN

As we come to another wonderful weekend and look back at the past week I'd have to say it was rather productive. With the DENIM PROJECT: now available at KONJO (112 west 2nd Street Chico, Ca), planning for upcoming projects, Blog posts, and always learning something new, I'm happy with my the results thus far.

As we looked for interesting and entertaining stories to bring to you we came up with a variety of subjects and comment on the ones you like and the ones you don't. CHECK IT OUT!!!

GOOD TIMES

Designer Tokujin Yoshioka celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Issey Miyake Watch Project with the creation of the watch “O”. Inspired by water (the French word for water is eau and pronounced as ‘o’), the watch embodies an aesthetic that looks to replicate a sculpture of ice. The transparent bracelet style features free flowing lines that blends seamlessly onto the wrist. Available at the start of July through select retailers.

Source: Hypebeast

This film looks "SUPER DOPE" I definitely got to see it. I just wonder if it'll come to my area?

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ITS ONLY JUST BEGUN

If you didn't know earlier this week we had our first batch of the Able Abe DENIM PROJECT: displayed in KONJO, which is located at 112 west 2nd St. Chico, Ca. So go check it out and show KONJO some love it is a great place to find eclectic pieces you wouldn't find anywhere else.

Theophulis London - Last Name London by Hypetrak

In another installment of GOOD TIMES here are two amazing pieces from NIXON... BOOM!

And as we approach the summer a list of summer movies have hit our radar and this one that follows looks to be a blast. CHECK IT OUT!

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DENIM PROJECT: 2011 CAMPAIGN IN STORE

We are proud to say DENIM PROJECT: 2011 is in store and you can find it at KONJO

And here is just a cool video. Visit KONJO

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GOOD TIMES

Bringing back the GOOD TIMES for 2011 with this Ultra Dope piece. CHECK IT OUT!

Bell & Ross pull the covers off one of its newest BR 02 models dubbed “PHANTOM.” The all-out tonal black design features a self-winding mechanical ETA 2892 movement wit a 44mm case. The steel with black PVD finish sets the tone with tonal black numbers and a “Clou de Paris” pattern on the dial. Check official Bell & Ross stockists for availability.

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DENIM PROJECT: 2011 CAMPAIGN

Here is the initial photo series for the 2011 Able Abe DENIM PROJECT:

Nothing says summer like cut off shorts and denim skirts. No matter how you wear them, be it with high heels or flip flops, dressed up or dressed for comfort, every girl during the summer months needs her “go-to pair” to beat the heat and still look fashionable.

Able Abe Clothing is the progressive brand that has heard you ladies and is introducing the DENIM PROJECT: a limited edition, hand crafted, one of a kind collaboration with name brand denim. These pieces are put through an additional list of processes to create a unique vintage and worn in to perfection look that will get you noticed, making you the trendsetter you already are.

Being that these sets are sold on a limited edition basis with limited sizes and washes each set will be numbered to show the quantity in each set as well as its position. There are three batches scheduled to go off, so it is imperative that you get your pair now before the word gets out on this exclusive series.

Also CHECK OUT ableabe.com for more creative one of a kind clothing.

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CREATIVITY?

As a creative minded person using my talents to make a living it is great to hear what others in creative careers and positions have to say on the subject. What follows is a interview with Talib Kweli and MADE Berlin, a creative space dedicated to pushing the limits of creativity, for the Visions and Visionaries film series. Check it out!!!

VISIONS OF VISIONARIES WITH TALIB KWELI from MADE Blog on Vimeo.

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