Discover the strange brilliance of J.G. Ballard, the visionary author behind Crash, High-Rise, and Empire of the Sun. In this video, we explore Ballard’s best writing tips and advice — his unique approach to storytelling, his fascination with modern life’s hidden psychologies, and how he turned the everyday into the surreal.
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The Dark Genius of Bret Easton Ellis | His Best Writing Tips and Advice
Bret Easton Ellis doesn’t believe in “relatable” characters. He doesn’t write to comfort, inspire or moralise — he writes to expose. In this video, we explore the writing philosophy of the author behind American Psycho, Less Than Zero, The Rules of Attraction, and The Shards, a voice defined by detachment, precision, and an almost hypnotic cool.
Write Like a Wildman: Hunter S. Thompson’s Gonzo Guide to Writing
Hunter S. Thompson didn’t just write — he detonated language. In this video, we dive into the wild, fearless world of Gonzo writing and uncover the lessons every writer can steal from Thompson’s chaotic brilliance. From his obsession with truth to his electric, first-person storytelling, we’ll explore how Thompson blurred the line between journalism and art — and why his words still hit like a shot of adrenaline today.
Charles Bukowski’s Brutally Honest Writing Tips and Advice
What can today’s writers learn from the raw, unapologetic wisdom of Charles Bukowski? In this video, we dive deep into Bukowski’s most powerful writing advice — from embracing imperfection to finding your unique voice in a world that demands conformity.
Steve Cutts’ “In the Fall”: A Man Reflects on His Life While Faced with Impending Death
Steve Cutts’ short film In the Fall proves that sometimes you have to hit rock bottom — literally — to appreciate life’s simple joys. In just a few minutes, Cutts captures a man’s entire life flashing before his eyes as he plummets from a skyscraper, questioning his choices, regrets, and missed opportunities.
Code: Ambulance – “Love Summed Up”
Here is a minimalist piano composition I wrote which I find a bit eerie. I imagine it in a horror film. What do people think?
El Empleo (2008): The Short Film That Changed My View on Working Life
The award-winning short film El Empleo (The Employment) by Santiago ‘Bou’ Grasso & Patricio Plaza is a witty, thought-provoking look at the absurdity of modern working life. With no dialogue at all, the film relies on sharp visual storytelling and dry humour to reveal a world where people literally serve as objects — from doorstops to lamps. It’s both funny and unsettling, a mirror to how routine and conformity can strip away our individuality.
Writing Wisdom from Kurt Vonnegut’s Wild and Wacky Mind: From Slaughterhouse-Five to Cat’s Cradle
What can Kurt Vonnegut teach us about writing, humor, and surviving the absurdity of life? In this video, we dive into the wild, witty world of one of America’s most original authors — from Slaughterhouse-Five to Cat’s Cradle, Breakfast of Champions, Player Piano, and beyond.
Dive into the Matrix — In the Form of Flipbook Animation
The “Matrix-style flipbook animation” video transforms classic cinematic flair into a mesmerising analogue art piece. This clip mimics the bullet time effect made famous by The Matrix, but instead of CGI, every frame is hand-drawn and flipped in sequence to deliver astonishing motion.
Woman Rampages at McDonald’s Because They Have Run Out of Chicken McNuggets
In 2010, Melodi Dushane became an unexpected internet sensation after her fiery reaction at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Toledo, Ohio. When told Chicken McNuggets weren’t available during breakfast hours, Melodi’s hunger turned to fury. She shouted at staff, tried to climb through the window, and even smashed the glass — all over missing nuggets. The incident was caught on camera and quickly went viral, earning her the nickname “McNugget Lady”.
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