Andy Nyman, actor, writer, director & magician, wastes precious time writing bullshit no-one will probably ever read.Tumblr (3.0; @andynyman)http://andynyman.tumblr.com/<iframe src="//www.tumblr.com/video/andynyman/48196794261/400" id="tumblr_video_iframe_48196794261" class="tumblr_video_iframe" width="400" height="225" style="display:block;background-color:transparent;overflow:hidden;" allowTransparency="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>This is the amazing ReAcoustic amp for the iphone. It’s sound is truly rich and LOUD!!! There are no wires, it is simply good old fashioned tech - a box with a hole in it and a wonderful old Gramaphone speaker. Here is the link, if you are in the market for a speaker, you will not believe how amazing it is. <a class="twitter-timeline-link" href="http://t.co/TlY1wPxVqY" rel="nofollow" title="http://etsy.me/VbxxaC" target="_blank" data-expanded-url="http://etsy.me/VbxxaC"><span class="invisible">http://</span><span class="js-display-url">etsy.me/VbxxaC</span></a></p> <p><span class="js-display-url">Thanks to the brilliant @sophbags for this amazing present. As always her taste is impeccable.</span></p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/48196794261http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/48196794261Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:16:17 -0400““When I was 5 years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down ‘happy’. They told me I didn’t understand the assignment, and I told them they didn’t understand life.””<br/><br/> - <em>John Lennon</em>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/47350684126http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/47350684126Sun, 07 Apr 2013 04:05:20 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/b462fdf3fc2f31dc413aeb92339d34e1/tumblr_mjwt2uxuYd1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/75b80c333e3c67fdd69b2882680f9fd4/tumblr_mjwt2uxuYd1qip2ozo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/ce9df1616649d2cf93b484624b81db47/tumblr_mjwt2uxuYd1qip2ozo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/9d83888d94a5a269c647590f1a18fb9d/tumblr_mjwt2uxuYd1qip2ozo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>“We are whitening our souls oh Lord”.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45753102898http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45753102898Tue, 19 Mar 2013 09:20:53 -0400These are not stills from a new sci-fi filmthese are people to have their teeth whitebed at the Ideal Home Exhibition! its incredible that no matter how odd or crank-like these processes areall you need to do is put aomeone in a white coat at the front of the stand and people will trust it! staggering.<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/b462fdf3fc2f31dc413aeb92339d34e1/tumblr_mjwq8iNBCI1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>“We are whitening our souls oh Lord”.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45750960916http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45750960916Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:19:30 -0400These are not stills from a new sci-fi filmthese are people to have their teeth whitebed at the Ideal Home Exhibition! its incredible that no matter how odd or crank-like these processes areall you need to do is put aomeone in a white coat at the front of the stand and people will trust it! staggering.<iframe width="400" height="299" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/HeEWtNaW6KE?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Oh my god! If you were in child in the 70’s or 80’s be prepared to laugh, cry a bit & pine to go back in time to a wonderful world long gone. This is just brilliant.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45384936769http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/45384936769Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:05:11 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/pPE1CSh544Y?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>This is a brilliant a capella version of a Stevie Wonder classic. Not only does @yeoinhyeok have an amazing voice, but the style & edit of this track is supercool. Fantastic.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/44927517834http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/44927517834Sat, 09 Mar 2013 04:02:21 -0500Get ready to tap those toes!<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/c52b45a430d0eca7e2ab849bb17f032d/tumblr_mgkyhhKiHP1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><em>Overlooked movie gems you really should see #37</em></p> <p>This excellent British film really slipped under the radar. It tells the fascinating story of record producer Joe Meek, and is based on the hit play of the same name. Nick Moran wrote and directs brilliantly, the supporting performances are all sensational, but Con O’Neil’s portrayal of Joe Meek is absolutely stunning. It’s a funny, warm and deeply moving story that you must see.</p> <p>(click on the poster to buy the movie)</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/40451660672http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/40451660672Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:05:41 -0500<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/d98b4aacdd26347c390c602412ec5828/tumblr_mffxmmch3L1qip2ozo1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><em>Overlooked movie gems you really should see #36</em></p> <p>This 1974 movie is the Grandaddy of the ‘stalk and slash’ genre. It was there before Halloween and all the imitators, and it really packs a very creepy Christmas edge. If you’ve never seen it you are in for such a treat…..just the phonecalls alone. Oy!</p> <p>(click on the poster to buy the movie)</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/38549476824http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/38549476824Sat, 22 Dec 2012 11:25:34 -0500<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ZYiHBBuHWbI?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Yet again I find myself so moved by performers that seem utterly unembarrassed and totally committed to displaying their feelings. This incredible performance by Jacques Brel of his own song it astonishing in it’s honesty, it feels almost as though you shouldn’t be eavesdropping. Incredible.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/37782091303http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/37782091303Wed, 12 Dec 2012 06:19:00 -0500<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/v-vXKLrE2DU?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>There was nothing as exciting as the Christmas editions of the Radio Times & TV Times, sitting for hours with a pen, circling what films and programmes were unmissable. In a world where there were at most 4 channels, you got what you were given and loved it. Incidentally, how can 1981 be 31 years ago?</p> <p>Enjoy.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/37253979576http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/37253979576Wed, 05 Dec 2012 05:30:49 -0500<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mdxlewgZN51qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>I bought this little slice of London history yesterday. It is an original sign from London’s sex shop soho. This was the Soho I first saw and loved when I moved here in 1984, a scarier, darker & sexier Soho, full of sex shops, Italian deli’s & record shops. Sadly now, that Soho has pretty much vanished, replaced by the usual parade of chain coffee shops & restaurants.</p> <p>To own a little slice of the Soho long gone, is utterly exciting and nostalgic.</p> <p>Viva Sleaze.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/36343544196http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/36343544196Fri, 23 Nov 2012 03:11:19 -0500<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/siu6JYqOZ0g?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>This is truly 3mins 8 seconds that may change the course of your life. I believe this so deeply. Many thanks to my friend Richard Young for sending me this fantastic video.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/36201570927http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/36201570927Wed, 21 Nov 2012 04:22:39 -0500<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_md6bxmEp271qip2ozo1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><em>Overlooked movie gems you really should see #35</em></p> <p>This super sharp thriller has an unusual metaphysical theme and contains some really inventive haunting scenes. A cracking cast of A list actors including Denzel Washington, James Gandolphini & John Goodman all commit to a plot that in hands less sure than this could have been ridiculous. As it is this is a belter.</p> <p>Enjoy</p> <p>(click on the poster to buy)</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/35271565924http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/35271565924Thu, 08 Nov 2012 09:51:22 -0500<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mb7xk2wYkB1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>If its possible to burn an image into ones mind by simply staring at it - then I would have achieved that as a child with this page from the Corgi catalogue. I ripped this out and spent hours whistfully dreaming about how perfect my life would be if only I had these TV & Movie Tie-In’s. I found the page again on a recent visit home and felt the same joy looking at these glorious toys. Heaven.</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32668346932http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32668346932Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:28:50 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_markslczav1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Just found a selection of the badges I used to have on my Harrington jacket back in the day. Amazing memories!</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32063544392http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32063544392Sat, 22 Sep 2012 14:31:33 -0400<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_maq2f9mvyf1qip2ozo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><em>Overlooked movie gems you really should see #34</em></p> <p>This is a really nasty little thriller, great performances coupled with John Schlesinger’s razor sharp direction make this a real edge of the seat movie. Never has the ‘neighbour from hell’ played out better.</p> <p>Enjoy</p> <p>(click on the poster to buy the movie)</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32009875958http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/32009875958Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:57:09 -0400<iframe width="400" height="299" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/XRCIzZHpFtY?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>If you haven’t seen this part simulation/part actual film of how we landed on Mars, it is truly amazing. Bear in mind everything you see, constructed or otherwise, is true!</p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30891792653http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30891792653Tue, 04 Sep 2012 18:00:12 -0400<iframe width="400" height="225" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Dcb5ChatLz4?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>This is possibly my favourite shop in the world! It epitomises what an independant shop should be, one persons eccentric passion out there for all to see and share in. I’ve spent so many hours and so many dollars in ‘The Shine Gallery’ that Bernie Shine has become a dear friend. I’m secretly hoping that one day he gives me the store as a gift!</p> <p><a href="http://www.shinegallery.com">http://www.shinegallery.com</a> </p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30579971787http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30579971787Fri, 31 Aug 2012 06:43:53 -0400<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/24247362" width="400" height="300" frameborder="0"></iframe><br/><br/><p>This sketch is so funny, but particularly because of the brilliantly odd way that <span>Kristin Wiig moves! Enjoy.</span></p>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30461183751http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30461183751Wed, 29 Aug 2012 13:22:29 -0400“Be nice to nerds. Chances are you’ll end up working for one.”<br/><br/> - <em>Bill Gates</em>http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30451876910http://andynyman.tumblr.com/post/30451876910Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:27:28 -0400