Author: Herman Low

Netflix has certainly revolutionised the way we watch our favourite drama serials and movies. But with so much content on Netflix it can be a pain to browse the entire library of shows based on the limited number of generic categories that are provided. Little did you know that there is a secret way to browse content on Netflix. Apparently, there is a master list of categories that go beyond the usual, “Action”, “TV Shows” or even “Sci-Fi”. In Netflix’s master list of categories, each category is broken down further into a sub-genre and are assigned with a code. By simply…

The exploration of space has always been a thing that has intrigued me ever since I was a kid. I knew that I had to visit the NASA – A Human Adventure Exhibition to relive my childhood dreams of being an astronaut. After all it is the most comprehensive and extensive touring space-flight exhibition in the world. Held at the ArtScience Museum, the exhibition is produced by John Nurminen Events B.V with artefacts on loan from The Cosmosphere International Science Education Center and Space Museum and U.S Space & Rocket Center. Running from 19 November 2016 to 19 March 2017, the…

*Disclaimer* This article is not promoting the health benefits of drinking beer nor excessive drinking, although we do enjoy a pint or two every now and then. Having a pint of beer is a common activity to unwind, especially after a hard day at work. However drinking beer or any other alcoholic beverage for that matter is often considered an unhealthy activity. Most people claim that beer are empty calories when taken in excess and slows down the body’s metabolic rate. Who would have thought? Someone had the idea of combining drinking and exercise (running) at the same time? Singapore is finally…

If you’re a film enthusiast like me, you’ll probably be in the know about all the International Film Festivals that showcases indie films that are made with a passion, an alternative to the Hollywood blockbusters that hogs our local cinema chains. The films that are screened at these festivals often tell a more unique narrative and the use of varied cinematographic techniques makes for another sort of gratification, not one achievable by pumping tons of money and product placements. Founded in 1987 and organised by the Singapore International Film Festival Ltd, the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is the biggest…

I’ve always been a huge fan of Dutch graphic artist M.C (Maurits Cornelis) Escher’s work. So, when I heard that the ArtScience Museum was organizing an exhibition in collaboration with M.C Escher Foundation and Arthemisia Group, I knew I was in for a mind-boggling treat. Held from 24 September 2016 to 26 Feb 2017 – Journey to Infinity: Escher’s World of Wonder aims to celebrate the collaboration of art and science through the enigmatic sketches and paradoxical designs through one of the greatest artist of the 20th century. Do check out the exhibition as there are over 150 of Escher’s original works…

Finally! A festival dedicated to promoting the works of animators while pushing the boundaries of the medium here in Singapore. Celebrating half a decade of animation this year, Singapore’s first-ever underground animation festival is back with twice the number of animated short films being screened this year — a clear sign of animation’s growing popularity in Singapore. The event continues to be the leading showcase for new animation talent since its beginnings in 2012 by Vicky Chen and Patrick Smith, who directed MTV’s Daria and PBS’s Blank on Blank series. The screenings will happen on 22nd October 2016 (Saturday) at Kult Kafe…

Conceived in 2000, the concept of the human library was born in Denmark with the aim of breaking down social barriers, and challenging the stereotypes and prejudices of each individual. To simply explain the “human library” concept, it is where people of various backgrounds are “loaned” to people, giving them the opportunity to interact with them, and in the process learn more about their background and the interests or issues that they represent. Held at the The Red Box on 30th October 2016, participants attending can choose to “loan” up to three “human books” that interest them. To allow for an…

The MP3 Experiment is a social event in Singapore promising participants an audio sensory experience like no other – and it’s happening Saturday 15 October 2016. Its growing popularity year on year with over 1,000 participating is a clear sign of the event’s success. If you’re an introvert like me, you would probably shy away from mass events like this. Don’t get me wrong, I love to meet new people but it’s difficult for me to get past all the small talk and really find out more about the other person. In 2012, a friend told me about the MP3 Experiment and dragged…

As the first form of acquiring goods and services, Barter Trading was what we depended on to survive. Fast forward to society today, we have created money as a construct for buying and selling things. This inherently can be said to have caused the tearing apart of society’s fabric and creating a disconnect among the human race. Wanting to re-instill the idea of sustainability and interdependence, Indigoism – a local non-profit social enterprise, organized Barter Market in 2015 as a initiative to bring together the local creative, arts and music community as the first step in reconnecting society to its roots. Since it’s first…