Sigur Rós: INNI

On 11/08/2011, melodramatic soundscape mastermind ensemble Sigur Rós released a mysterious trailer entitled "INNI." The clip is an etherial and elegant monochromatic journey, featuring what looks to be recent live footage of the band. This is the first new material from the Icelandic outfit since the release of the album hvarf-heim and film Heima in 2007. Nevertheless, frontman and primary writer Jón Þór Birgisson (aka Jónsi) has been far from idle, taking time to invest into two notable side projects; Riceboy Sleeps and more prominently his own solo material Go. With hopes held high and fingers crossed, the enchanting Vertov-esque teaser means a new album/film project logically followed by touring. Until then, this "opiate of the masses" must suffice.

- Rufio

The Elders

The Elders - Official Trailer from Nathaniel Hansen on Vimeo.



Extremely touching, The Elders (subtitled "Everyone is a story") explores of life lessons told through the experience of a series of senior citizens. Director Nathaniel Hansen spoke with people all over the country and from a wide variety of backgrounds, from coal miners to engineers. In each portrait, the characters talk about their experiences, and as their stories unravel we get a distinct window on how certain things change with age but many, like love and loss, remain constant through generations. Check out the official trailer above and head to the webpage for upcoming screenings and news.


-Frey