Recommendations you can check.
Founding executive editor of Wired; writes at kk.org and runs its True Films and Cool Tools recommendation projects.
21 things
KumareOther Vikram Gandhi
The true parable is spellbinding, funny, moving, and profound. A must-see.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2013-10-11·kk.org ↗
All In This TeaOther Les Blank, Gina Leibrecht
That's the recipe for a delicious documentary, and this one delivers. A fanatical tea drinker in California becomes a connoisseur of fine teas, and then goes on to restore now forgotten traditions of organic artisan tea growing in China.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-12-20·kk.org ↗
Jiro Dreams of SushiOther David Gelb
This is a deliciously perfect film about a perfect craftsman.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-12-06·kk.org ↗
Cave of Forgotten DreamsOther Werner Herzog
This film will move you back in time while he connects you with the neolithic painters who worked their art.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-11-29·kk.org ↗
Bill Cunningham New YorkOther Richard Press
This film is not about fashion; it's about someone who has successfully invented their own occupation, and their life. It is uplifting. I smiled the whole time watching it.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-11-01·kk.org ↗
DarkonOther Luke Meyer, Andrew Neel
This film captures the immense passion by which these misfits pursue their vocation. It's a great view of the human spirit. All hail Darkon!
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2011-06-17·kk.org ↗
Mac AirHardware Apple
I travel with a tiny, lovely, cheery 11-inch Mac Air, which I love.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Lumix FZ35Hardware Panasonic
When I am seriously photographing I use a Lumix FZ35, with its awesome 18x optical zoom, the equivalent of something like a 400mm lens. It's super light and compact.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Being ElmoOther Constance Marks
The insight offered in the film that even puppets have to be ABOUT something, was worth the ride for me.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-12-13·kk.org ↗
The Parking Lot MovieOther Meghan Eckman
The great joy of this film is that it gets you into their big heads. Their tiny patch of sub-culture is charming and amusing.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-11-15·kk.org ↗
Exit Through the Gift ShopOther Banksy
It is a fun ride and its intimate journey into late night urban art will really help you appreciate what street artists are trying to do
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2011-05-17·kk.org ↗
PostboxSoftware
But in order to sync my mail to my new Mac Air while traveling, I just moved my mail off of Eudora and over to Postbox, which I am liking.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
ScrivenerSoftware Literature & Latte
I use Scrivener to handle text while writing a book. It uses a 3x 5 card metaphor and it works for large complex projects.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Project NimOther James Marsh
A hundred questions are raised by the experiment and many are answered by this superbly crafted film. I recommend it highly.
Kelly's True Films, his own site of documentary reviews, each signed “— KK”. Amazon links on the page are affiliate-tagged (tag=kkorg-20). The review's own posted date is used.
2012-11-22·kk.org ↗
Wacom GraphireHardware Wacom
On my desk is a classic Wacom Graphire tablet for drawing, an ancient Panasonic 2-line phone, a Radio Shack headset (the only way to talk on a phone), a Transcend USB Card Reader, and a non-electric Brock Microscope.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Fenix AA LED flashlightHardware Fenix
A tiny Fenix AA LED flashlight, a 3G Kindle, a Lumix pocket camera (FX37), and an old Motorola cell phone – no smart phone yet.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Garmin Nuvi 1300Hardware Garmin
In my boring Toyota minivan, I have a Garmin Nuvi 1300 and an old nano iPod, filled with podcasts and audio books.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
Logitech Wireless PresenterHardware Logitech
When I am presenting a talk I carry a Logitech Wireless Presenter for advancing slides remotely, and a Mac VGA dongle.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
MarsEditSoftware Red Sweater Software
I use MarsEdit, a Mac blogging client to blog on my MovableType blogs, so I can blog offline.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
EasyBatchPhotoSoftware
I use EasyBatchPhoto to resize images to fit the blog, despite the fact that I always have Photoshop open.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
EvernoteSoftware Evernote
I use Evernote for clipping. And I've long used NoteBook for keeping notes, although I will eventually migrate that function to Evernote.
His written "Uses This" interview, covering desk, travel bag and writing software.
2011-05-16·usesthis.com ↗
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