We fans of Gerry Anderson can't get enough of his Brit puppet shows. Even in a time of AI art, deep fake videos, and CGI technology breakthroughs, we still love his "Supermarination" (super + marionette + animation): old school puppets on strings combined with wacky practical effects. "Fireball XL5," "Stingray" and "Thunderbirds" were huge TV hits in the UK and USA in the 60s. More recently they were featured in an episode of "Endeavour." Puppeteers who were locked down in the London apartment during COVID improvised household items to create all new puppet episodes of "Nebula-75." (go check those out on YouTube!) And now the 2014 documentary "Filmed in Supermarionation" has been issued on Blu-Ray with a companion book. Trailer here:
Thunderbirds are Go…again!
Dog marionettes are the uncanny valley for real canines
Lukasz Puczko is a puppeteer and puppet maker based in Poland who is best known for his dog marionette named "Burek," which he crafted out of wood, string, and artificial… READ THE REST
Puppets galore at LA's whimsical "Puppetchella" puppet festival
I was so happy to catch this headline in today's Los Angeles Daily News: "The free Bob Baker Day festival celebrates puppets and the legendary puppet master" Certainly the most… READ THE REST
New Orleans' Giant Puppet Festival is happening this weekend
This weekend, a giant spectacle of (mostly) tiny creations will saunter their way onto stages around New Orleans. Puppets built on backpacks, puppets that fold up and fit into shoeboxes,… READ THE REST
Tech's best sidekick — this USB-c hub stand is just $139.99
TL;DR: The CASA Hub Ultra Laptop and Tablet Stand is on sale for just $139.99 (reg. $159) and offers full connectivity. When it comes to keeping your tech life organized, connected, and… READ THE REST
Your dream tablet for just $599
TL;DR: Get the grade-A refurbished Apple iPad Pro 12.9" 4th Gen (2020) in near-mint condition for just $599 (reg. $1,299). We all want a great-performing device to take with us on the go.… READ THE REST
Your Frenchie went a little too hard at the dog park? Clean up their cut with this kit!
TL;DR: Your dog deserves first aid care, so bring this $19.99 Pet Medic Med Pack during walks and hikes! Uh, oh! Arthur (your ferocious Frenchie, of course!) somehow cut his paw while play-fighting… READ THE REST
