I hope everyone enjoyed the holidays. Just got back from Toronto. But thats another discussion.
As you may know im addicted to helping others. One of my favorite digital drugs of choice is Kickstarter.com Im starting the year off with a bang by backing a few projects.
Meg Lanson and I have at least two things in common. We both are aspiring filmmakers and a dire love for film. The second is that we are both engulfed in the 11:11 phenomenon. But what sets her apart is that Ms. Lanson is planning to make a feature film in which 11:11 is involved. This is a script she's been working on since 2002. After sending her a few messages I sense her excitement for the project.
I'm a huge hip hop fan. Not like Soulja Boy or bullshit like that. More Like Rakim, Nas, Kool G Rap, Ice Cube, Mr. Shakur, Mr. Wallace, etc..Anyways...This is an interesting project by Tahir Hemphill. The Hip-Hop Word Count (HHWC) is a searchable database of lyrics from over 40,000 Hip-Hop songs from 1979 to the present. It has some interesting features that make it a gold mine for analyzing trends in word usage and more.
I believe Felix Häusler and Leo Fasbender could revolutionize journalism with this project called Newsgrape. I'll let them explain. And they can do it in multiple languages if you ask them.
I love guitars, especially unique ones like this. Its called a Roto-uku. It has a unique sound and 8 strings, one which could possibly be played with your thumb.
Filmmaker Colin Levy, which you maybe familar with for directing the open source project film called Sintel is making an amazing psychological drama short film called The Secret Number.
Are familar with the Colored Hockey League? It was a neglected part of sports history that we and the current National Hockey League must recognize. Arvay Adams is making merchandise to bring awareness.
Last but certainly not least, and may actually be one of the more important films I have supported is HABIBI. HABIBI, directed by Susan Youssef , will be the first feature film set in Gaza in 15 years. I am a major advocate for Palestine's freedom politically or socially or through art and expression. Ive told her multiple times how im a fan of hers and how proud I am of her for takiing such a large step by taking on such project that had (and still may have) lots of barriers to overcome. Susan, your my habibi. Shukran.
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