Billboard 59: Releases of the Week

That Guy... Who Was in That Thing... 

Documentary about sixteen actors who detail their ups and downs as they struggle to forge careers in Hollywood. They've played cops, lawyers, bosses, best friends, psychopaths, politicians and everything in between. Now you'll know who they are.

Begin Again

A dejected music business executive forms a bond with a young singer-songwriter new to Manhattan.

Boyhood

The life of a young man, Mason, from age 5 to age 18.

Mr. Morgan's Last Love

A look at the life-changing connection between a retired and widowed American philosophy professor and a young Parisian woman.

Billboard 43: releases of the week

Non-Stop

An air marshal springs into action during a transatlantic flight after receiving a series of text messages that put his fellow passengers at risk unless the airline transfers $150 million into an off-shore account.

The Book Thief

Based on the beloved bestselling book, The Book Thief tells the story of a spirited and courageous young girl who transforms the lives of everyone around her when she is sent to live with a foster family in World War II Germany.

Zero Charisma

An overgrown nerd who serves as Grand Master of a fantasy board game finds his role as leader of the misfits put into jeopardy when a new initiate enters the group.

Billboard 39: releases of the week

Besa: The Promise

Besa: The Promise is the remarkable story of the Muslim men and women of Albania who saved the lives of nearly 2,000 Jews during World War II. Their stories are told through the prism of two men, one an Albanian Muslim, the other an American Jew, and the different, but equally remarkable journeys, that each must undertake.

Out Of The Furnace

Two brothers live in the economically-depressed Rust Belt, when a cruel twist of fate lands one in prison. His brother is then lured into one of the most violent crime rings in the Northeast.

Lone Survivor 

Marcus Luttrell and his team set out on a mission to capture or kill notorious al Qaeda leader Ahmad Shahd, in late June 2005. Marcus and his team are left to fight for their lives in one of the most valiant efforts of modern warfare.

Billboard 37: releases of the week

The Wolf of Wall Street

In The Wolf of Wall Street DiCaprio plays Belfort, a Long Island penny stockbroker who served 20 months in prison for defrauding investors in a massive 1990s securities scheme that involved widespread corruption on Wall Street and in the corporate banking world, including shoe designer Steve Madden.

Crystal Fairy and the Magical Cactus

Jamie is a boorish, insensitive American twentysomething traveling in Chile, who somehow manages to create chaos at every turn. He and his friends are planning on taking a road trip north to experience a legendary shamanistic hallucinogen called the San Pedro cactus. In a fit of drunkenness at a wild party, Jamie invites an eccentric woman - a radical spirit named Crystal Fairy - to come along. What is meant to be a devil-may-care journey becomes a battle of wills as Jamie finds himself locking horns with his new traveling companion. But on a remote, pristine beach at the edge of the desert, the magic brew is finally imbibed, and the true adventure begins.

Common People

Common People weaves together six stories and over thirty characters to present a dramatic, humorous and sometimes magical tale of romance, crisis and adventure on one of London's luscious commons. With raw, funny and compelling performances from a talented ensemble of actors aged seven to seventy, Common People touches on many of the issues affecting ordinary people today in a heartfelt, poignant and ultimately uplifting celebration of everyday humanity.

2014!

Almost one year ago we created this blog and started posting news about Hardy & Parsons. Now that we start a new year, we've made a summary of the last months and we can say that we're proud and very happy with all the achievements we've made in the last year!

We designed a lot of new products, that are currently available, such as iPhone and Pen Cases, dog leads, belts... We've taken photos of every single product and we also have written very detailed descriptions of each of them. With those photos and descriptions we designed a catalogue that is now available online, so that you can check it every time you want. We also made a photo shoot with a model, to offer you a lifestyle catalogue of our bestsellers. We've opened accounts in the most important social networks, where you can find the latest news and information about Hardy & Parsons (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and Vimeo). We took part in Beta, IWA and Showcase, to show and sell our products (we'll take part this year too). We made a new collaboration and started appearing in the media. 

We hope 2014 will be also a good year, as 2013 was. For the time being, we're designing a new website that we hope will be ready soon. On the website you'll be able to check all our products but also some interesting information about the brand, the "atelier" where the belts are handmade, the owner Maurice Greig... and much more! We're also developing our showroom for you to come every time you're in London, to see, try and buy our products. 

We've a lot of good reasons to face this year full of happiness. So... Happy New Year everybody! We hope you enjoyed Christmas and that 2014 will be your time to make all your dreams come true!

Billboard 28: releases of the week

Gravity

A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space.

Seduced and Abandoned

Seduced and Abandoned combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamorous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, Bernando Bertolucci and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.

Something Ventured

Apple. Intel. Genentech. Atari. Google. Cisco. Stratospheric successes with high stakes all around. Behind some of the world's most revolutionary companies are a handful of men who (through timing, foresight, a keen ability to size up other people, and a lot of luck) saw opportunity where others did not: these are the original venture capitalists. All were backing and building companies before the term 'venture capital' had been coined: companies that led to the birth of biotechnology and the spectacular growth in microprocessors, personal computers and the web. Something Ventured uncovers the ups and downs of the building of some of the greatest companies of the twentieth century, and the hidden dramas behind some of the most famous names in business.

Utopia 

Australia's past is explored by one of its most famous - and outspoken - sons. John Pilger's film tackles his country's racially divided history and how the state, the media and corporations have played a part in a system that is regarded by many as apartheid in all but name. The film examines the exploitation of the Aboriginal population, both as a people and of the land they have lived on for centuries, and how so many institutions have profited while they have suffered.

Remember remember the 5th of November

Tomorrow is 5th of November, the famous Guy Fawkes Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Day, Bonfire Night and Firework Night. It is an annual commemoration observed on 5 November, primarily in Great Britain. Its history begins with the events of 5 November 1605, when Guy Fawkes, a member of the Gunpowder Plot, was arrested while guarding explosives the plotters had placed beneath the House of Lords. Celebrating the fact that King James I had survived the attempt on his life, people lit bonfires around London, and months later the introduction of the Observance of 5th November Act enforced an annual public day of thanksgiving for the plot's failure.

Do you remember The Hurlingham Club, where we took the lifestyle photos? Well, last Saturday there was a fireworks display that we enjoyed very much. Below you can see some photos:

You can enjoy the firework displays that will take place during the whole week in London. If you are in the north you can join the Fortismere School Fireworks Night. If you are in South London you can join Wimbledon Park Fireworks, Southwark Park Fireworks, Crystal Palace Park Fireworks and Brockwell Park Fireworks.  If you are en East London you can join the Barking Park Fireworks and Waltham Forest Fireworks. And, if you are in west London, you can join Brent Fireworks Display. 

There is an interesting film about the topic that we recommend. Starring by Natalie Portman, the film is called V for Vendetta.

Billboard 27: releases of the week

Drinking Buddies

Luke and Kate are co-workers at a Chicago brewery, where they spend their days drinking and flirting. They're perfect for each other, except that they're both in relationships. Luke is in the midst of marriage talks with his girlfriend of six years, Kate is playing it cool with her music producer boyfriend Chris. But you know what makes the line between "friends" and "more than friends" really blurry? Beer.

Thor: The Dark World

Thor battles an ancient race of Dark Elves led by the vengeful Malekith who threatens to plunge the universe back into darkness after the events of Avengers Assemble.

Not My Life

Not My Life comprehensively depicts the cruel and dehumanizing practices of human trafficking and modern slavery on a global scale. Filmed on five continents, in a dozen countries, Not My Life takes viewers into a world where millions of children are exploited through an astonishing array of practices including forced labor,sex tourism,sexual exploitation,and child soldiering.

Halloween

Halloween is coming and we'd like to show you about some of the best plans to enjoy the most terrific weekend in London. 

Witch Academy 

The London Eye gets mysteriously transformed into the set of a spooky witch story, featuring the High Witch Priscilla and the evil Grimly Grim (voiced by Harry Enfield). Storytelling, participation and fancy dress are combined for oodles of fun as you get panoramic views across the city.

Ghost Bus Tours 

Roll up for a tour on a Routemaster painted black and redecorated ina gothic vein, to hear half-factual, half-fictional tales about the sinister side of London, delivered by an on-board troupe of actors, stand-up comics and cabaret performers. 

Halloween: Thorpe Park Fright Nights

It's that time of the year again: Fright Nights returns to Thorpe Park. Your ticket gives plenty of time to ride the scary rollercoasters in the dark. 

Lifestyle Catalogue!

After designing the Product Catalogue, we're ready to show you our new lifestyle catalogue. 

It all started when we went to The Hurlingham Club, a green oasis of tradition and international renown. Recognized throughout the world as one of the Britain's greatest private members's clubs, it retains its quintessentially English traditions and heritage. That's why we thought it would be the perfect place to take photos of our  belts, all of them handmade in England. 

We chose some of our bestsellers and, in the company of Juan Román Lloret, a Spanish young model, we  arrived at the club driving a magnificent white Porsche. Once in the club, we spent a lovely day taking photos all over the place, enjoying the views and the landscape and drinking a cup of tea in one of the most beautiful living rooms of the club. 

Below you can see some of the photos (we'll show you all of them in the following days) and also check the catalogue. We hope you like it!