Movies

Ice Cube and Mike Epps Are Celebrating 30 Years of Friday With a Hip-Hop and Standup Show

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Ice Cube and Mike Epps are teaming up for a special one-night show, “Everyday’s Friday: Lyrics, Loungin’ and Laughing,” on July 17th at the Long Beach Amphitheater. They’re celebrating 30 years of the Friday movies! The event will also feature performances by Warren G and Scarface. Ice Cube will perform his classic hip-hop songs, and Mike Epps will do his stand-up comedy, all inspired by the West Coast rap and humor that made the Friday films so popular.

Christopher Nolan’s Case for Casting Travis Scott in ‘The Odyssey’ Goes Deeper Than You Think

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Christopher Nolan explained his choice to cast Travis Scott in The Odyssey, telling TIME that it was a way to honor the history of the story. The Odyssey began as an oral tradition – a story told and passed down by word of mouth – and Nolan sees a strong connection between that tradition and the art of rap. The casting initially surprised some people, but it turns out to be a carefully considered choice for a film that’s already changing what audiences expect.

The Beacons of Gondor Are Lit, and LEGO’s “Minas Tirith” Set Is Calling Collectors to the White City

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LEGO has unveiled its biggest-ever set based on “The Lord of the Rings”: Minas Tirith (set number 11377). With 8,278 pieces, this impressive model is also a key part of LEGO’s celebration of the 25th anniversary of Peter Jackson’s film trilogy. It will be available to LEGO Insiders members starting June 1st, and for everyone else on June 4th.

Inside Focus Focus: Marseille’s Bold Optical Concept

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Focus Focus is a unique eyewear store in the center of Marseille. It’s designed to be more than just a shop—it’s a fully immersive experience where design, vision care, and sound come together. Local architects Margaux Fritz and Lucie Toussaint created the 70-square-meter space with a blend of precise architecture and a flowing, natural feel. The interior is clear and inviting, aiming to change the way people shop for and think about glasses.

Closer Look at the Late Virgil Abloh’s 1-of-1 Mercedes G63 AMG

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Virgil Abloh, a creative force who blended fashion, architecture, and car design, left a lasting mark on car culture. Now, Mercedes-Benz AMG has honored his legacy with a unique, drivable tribute: a custom-built G63 AMG. This one-of-a-kind vehicle pays homage to Abloh’s innovative car designs, including his influential “Project Geländewagen” concept from 2020.