How to knock in a nail

A great juggling trick. Bet you haven't seen anyone do this before.

The Jackson Five

Michael... we want you back.

Rejected!

Very little Japanese kid, who presents flowers to girls after their piano performances, faces his first female rejection. Hope he gets over it someday.

Topper Toy Sixfinger Commercial

I remember wanting this toy. A secret weapon that no one will ever know you have! Because it's "flesh" colored... too bad if you don't have "flesh colored" skin.

Fun Party Time

Sure, it's an easy mistake to make. Have another glass of wine...

Slinky Cat!

That's one way to come down the stairs...

Skipping School? Just Ask Obama for a Note

President Obama gives a girl an excused absence. And a memento to treasure.

Yvonne Elliman - "Can't Find My Way Home"

Sometime in the mid 1970's, Yvonne Elliman performs the great Blind Faith tune on a TV show called "Whistle Stop." A beautiful song, a beautiful voice, a great interpretation.

Good Golly

An ant on an LP record can't seem to get going. Or maybe it likes it there. It actually stayed there for half an hour! C'mon now, this is funny...

Snickers Red Light Green Light

New Snickers commercial. Cool.

Cocktails For Two (1945)

Spike Jones and his City Slickers in a timeless nutty madcap short. And, no, that's not Cagney. That's Jones himself.

Ricky Gervais and Elmo team up

Together for a charity, Gervais and Elmo chat it up during some down time.

Ellen DeGeneres at Tulane University (2009-05-16)

Ellen gives the commencement speech down in New Orleans. Unlike many speeches, it's entertaining and, of course, funny.

Rock and Roll Fishing

This is what happens when British humor mates with Japanese humor. Filmed in Mile End Park, London.

Shaq hangs with Brendan Adams

Brendan is only 12 years old and 7'4" tall. He suffers from a genetic problem so rare he is the only one in the world known to have it. Doctors have finally slowed his growth, but he has other physical problems (such as a fatty tumor in his brain) and his life span is unknown. Shaq is so cool with this kid.

Ames' Window

This has been posted in a bunch of places, but I love optical illusions so I'm uploading it here. The window rotates in one direction only, but its shape causes us to see it as oscillating. The mind is a strange and wonderful thing. But mostly strange.

Bigfoot Caught on Tape! Amazing Footage!

This is incredible. It's caught on tape. Big Foot.

No Asians

Gotta watch this one through to the end.

"Say What" by Jarratt Moody

What does Marsellus Wallace look like? This video takes the audio from a great scene in "Pulp Fiction" and uses typography to dramatize it. CAUTION: This has offensive language in it! Not appropriate for work or kids.

And It Went Wherever I Did Go...

Canon has developed a "mixed reality" aquarium device that allows you to see fish all around you. If you like that sort of thing. I'm sure people could come up with many more useful or enjoyable environments one could use with these glasses. Let's hope it's part of Playstation IV!

Andy Warhol, Silver Screen (1985)

Andy Warhol uses a Commodore Amiga computer to paint a portrait of Blondie's Debbie Harry. This was at the product launch press conference.

Digilegs

Everyone should have a pair of these. And maybe a saddle. If you want to see more go to Kimgrahamstudios.com.

Bea Arthur, "Sniff Swig Puff"

Bea Arthur and Rock Hudson sing a song that would cause an avalanche of letters to the network today. The song was originally from the Broadway show "I Love My Wife"; this clip is from The Beatrice Arthur Special in 1980.

Tan Hong Ming in love

Tan Hong Ming is in love with Umi Qazrina, and she doesn't know yet. But Hong Ming is in for a surprise. This commercial is an attempt to reduce racial strife in Malaysia between ethnic Chinese and Malay people.

Mariko Takahashi's Fitness Video

A few years old, but maybe you haven't seen it yet... Created by the one and only Nagi Noda, it's a word-for-word recreation of Susan Powter's first workout video. Poodles.

Minivan Highway

It's like if Kraftwerk moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. This piece of genius is from Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!

Staying Alive commercial

I haven't seen this funny Gilette commercial on television... Jeter, Tiger, and Federer showing some self-confidence. Especially Roger.

The Philharmonicas: "Powerhouse" (1939)

These musicians are crazy talented. You've heard this tune, written by Raymond Scott, in lots of Warner Bros and other cartoons (be sure to listen past 1:09). Footnote: Scott sued Disney and James Horner for stealing this music for "Honey I Shrunk The Kids"; they settled out of court.

Pen Juggler

This guy's pretty good at pen juggling... oh wait, no... he's not. Back to Pen Island for a little more practice.

Henson's 11

Audio is from the "Ocean's 11" trailer. But it's muppet time!

Alcohol Test Problem

An immediate fail on the breathalyzer test.

April 20

Yesterday was 4/20, which seems to be this Price Is Right contestant's favorite day. I'm a day late, the contestant is a dollar short.

The Weather In Haiti

It was hot in SoCal today, so I'm sharing this classic clip with you... Arthur the Haitian Weatherman. "Pretty much everywhere, it's gonna be hot." Thanks Arthur. And now, back to the ganja.

Country Corn Flakes Commercial (1960)

An unfortunately unforgettable commercial. Once seen, remembered forever.

Non-scientist ruins friend's iphone

For my first witness, your honor, I'd like to call to the stand... a rocket scientist.

Feeling faint?

I know it's my second fainting video this month, but this one's just too good. Lots of people fainting; mostly grooms. Lots of nervous guys in rented tuxedos hitting the carpet. I hope nobody got hurt...

Pushy Cat

What IS that cat's PROBLEM? He's such a bully. Maybe that's his favorite tire. He just won't shut up.

Harvey Cartoons Candy Cabaret (1954)

Back in the old days before the 1970s, they used to show cartoons before movies. Sometimes the cartoons were "sing-a-long" types, and this is one fun example. Yes, people actually used to sing together in the theatre. "Just follow the bouncing ball..." The sing-a-long part starts at around 3:30.

Mariah Carey Pitches

Mariah Carey throws out the first pitch at a Japanese baseball game. I think it was the shoes that caused her to do so poorly. Well, at least she's good at other stuff.

Cat doors not just for cats anymore

Surprise! That's a small door, but not small enough.

Fawn gets blown away

A young deer is caught in a hole in the ice, but a helicopter pilot saves it by blowing it off the ice. Happy ending!

Flying Elephants

A PSA for International Fund for Animal Welfare featuring a flying elephant.

Luden's Cough Drops and Zappa (1967)

Frank Zappa was hired to do the sound track for this Luden's Cough Drops commercial. It went on to win a Clio award for best use of sound.

Blanket-stealing dog

I have a feeling the cat will get her revenge someday when the dog least expects it...

20 Things To Do With Matzah

Matzah can be funny. Certainly funnier than lamb's blood on your door or a plague of locusts.

Did You Know?

Although this has been around a little while it still has impact. The details can be quibbled over but to me the overall message is valid: everything changes.

Local News "Birthday Wishes" Prank

A local news broadcast didn't check the names submitted for their birthday and anniversary wishes portion of the show very well. On the anniversaries, they cut out the middle names and initials on screen, but the announcers still say them.

Interviewee faints during newscast

Nicki: "any college... any colleeggge... whuuh..." while Mr. Shoesinthesand stands there watching her drop to the beach. And the prayer? It worked! She's sitting up!

Nukem!

Commercial for a great family game! As advertised in "RoboCop", directed by Paul Verhoeven.

Amazing Bowling

Japanese bowler makes an amazing 7-7-10-10 split. This happened to me once. But I threw a gutterball. Doh!

Red Flag Protest Prank

A TV show pranked some innocent bystanders into leading a protest march. A similar event happened to Charlie Chaplin in "Modern Times". He picked up a red flag that fell off the back of a truck...

"The Seed" by Johnny Kelly

A cool, stylized little paper cut out and computer animation about the life of a seed. If you're interested in how it was made, you can check it out here.

Dr. Dove TV commercial

I'm not sure this would make kids want to go to the dentist. And the treasure chest? You know it's got floss and toothbrushes in it.

"Be A Nose!" - Art Spiegelman

An animated ad with drawings by Spiegelman promoting his new book, a collection of his private sketchbooks.

Extreme Sheep LED Art

This viral video for Samsung electronics is all over the webs right now, but if you haven't seen it yet... here ya go! Good editing and computer effects have created a heated "real vs. fake" discussion. In reality, it's a real fake.

"Muto" by Blu

Art evolves on the city walls of Buenos Aires.

Tiddy Bear

A real infomercial. There's a guy using it too; I guess his wife had two tiddies and he was envious.

Fiddling Pogo Girl

The kind of thing you'd never get to see if it wasn't for the internet.

Funky Video Mashup

A funky tune completely made by editing together other music videos found on YouTube. Amazingly well done.

Everything is amazing, nobody is happy...

Louis CK is funny on Conan O'Brien. If you lived back when phones had dials, you'll get this...

Mini Mardi Gras

A video of a Mardi Gras parade in Australia. The creator used tilt-shift photography and some other effects to make a real event look like a miniature stop-motion movie.

Parking Trouble

Who's more frustrated, the one who can't park the car, or the one watching the one who can't park the car?

How Fall Works

Nice short video. Everything's gotta be plugged in these days.

The Plot Sickens (1961)

A Modern Madcap cartoon, directed by Seymour Kneitel, written by Irv Spector. I don't think you'll see this on NickToons anytime soon... it's about a man who tries and fails to kill his wife, but he does poison an elephant and kill an alligator. Morbid and creepy.

Prank War!

These guys prank each other mercilessly. The last one was also funny/cruel and can be seen here.

Bugs Bunny in The Yellow Pages

Rose Marie and Johnny Brown in a sixties era commercial for the Yellow Pages.

Original Mr and Mrs Potato Head

Back when Mr. Potato Head was a real potato. I wonder if you could cook him with the face on?

Hudson River Plane Landing

A computer simulation of the landing by Capt. Sullenberger in the Hudson River. Watch this and realize how little time he had to decide what to do and how to do it.

Sushi Conveyor Video

A woman puts her video camera on the kaiten (sushi conveyor belt) in Tomakomai, Hokkaido, Japan and catches the reactions of customers, sushi chefs, and workers.

Bus vs. Bridge Test (1996)

A bus is crashed into a bridge, and the bridge wins. Now I know where to sit next time!

"Potato Salad" from "Broadway Rhythm" (1944)

The wildest thing you will see this week. These are the Ross Sisters: Aggie, Maggie, and Elmira. Sure, they can sing, but wait until the video hits the one minute mark... and that finale!

Chairperson needs chair

You can just see him thinking "This chair is breaki--". And it does.

Cat On The Hat

Guy in New York has a cat who rides on his hat. Now I've seen everything!

Mattel Tommy Burst TV commercial

When I was a kid I had an army helmet and a cowboy style six shooter. Kinda like Patton. Would've loved this one.

Telly Savalas "sings"

The very suave Telly Savalas performs Bread's "If" in his own sexy style while a very large woman's head watches him.

Larry Bird vs. Michael Jordan McDonalds commercial

This first ran in the 1993 Super Bowl. One of the best commercials ever, with two of the greatest basketball players ever, ending on top of one of the tallest buildings ever.

Dancing on the Jumbotron

Jeremy Fry, a high school student and Boston Celtics fan, gets his big moment on the Jumbotron screen at Boston Garden-- and totally goes for it.

Coprophagy Barbie

Barbie trains her dog to recycle. Eewwwww.

You too can be a videogame, um, worker!

This commercial is so pathetic. Tighten up the graphics? What does that mean? What do they teach you at this place? And why can't they do business in Texas or Massachusetts... were they banned from those states first and now are hitting the other 48?

Home-made Trader Joe's commercial

If you like Trader Joe's, you'll like this. If you don't like Trader Joe's, you'll like this.

Antiques Roadshow 2550

The moral of the story is: Don't throw anything away.

Four Leaf Clover

From "The Groove Tube" movie, released in 1974. That's Chevy Chase in front, before Saturday Night Live.

What News Anchors Do During Commercial Breaks

Robert Jordan and Jackie Bange from WGN in Chicago are in sync!

60's era Braniff commercial

This is how they used to sell airline tickets?! Amazing... no way this would fly today, that's for sure. Yes, I said "fly".

Super Broker Shuffle

Beyond bad, beyond uncomfortable, beyond embarassing, there is... The Super Broker Shuffle! Hard to pick a favorite, but I think mine is the A-1 sauce guy.

Humorous Phases of Funny Faces

The world's first animated film, created in 1906 by J. Stuart Blackton for Thomas Edison.

Double Dutch

A funny Dutch commercial. Women are from Holland, men are from Earth.

Serious eyebrow action

A Cadbury's advertisement. Does this make you want to buy chocolate?

Dumb and Dumber

Two guys, handcuffed to each other, escape from prison. Until they are captured by an inanimate object.

Donkey Dispenser

There's a deeper meaning here, but I don't know what it is. And I don't want to know.

1 baby x 4 hours : 2 minutes

The parents edited out the parts when adults enter the room. Manic!

Chocolate Bunny

The untimely demise of some chocolate rabbits.

Drop Fall

A short, 3000 fps video of a small water drop falling. Nicely done.

Barack Obama Oath of Office

A little nervousness on the part of Chief Justice Roberts. But we have a new president, Barack Obama. An amazing journey...

Stand By Your Man

A man tests bulletproof glass by having his wife hold it while he shoots at her. Totally nuts. Both of them.

Love On The Line (2008)

Kinda fun short film by Melissa Graziano. It's text messaging, old-style. For more info on this visit Cartoon Brew.

A Sleepy Little Cat

So cuuuute! If you like this, there's lots more at http://www.cutethingsfallingasleep.org.

My Paper Mind

Nice paper animation by Javan Ivey.

Michael Jordan's Mom Can Slam DUNK

An old MJ tape from 1987. Mom's stunt double has a moustache! (it's Sam Vincent)

Andres Segovia

He brings out so much emotion from the guitar. This is J.S.Bach's Saraband and Gavotte en Rondeau. I wish the sound recording was better, though.

Flying off a cliff

Base jumping wearing a wing suit. Amazingly crazy.

Mediterranean Vacation

Beachgoers get a shock when a plane lands close to the beach. Unreal!

Chimpanzee Riding On A Segway

The best part is when the chimpanzee rides the Segway.

Obedient Dog

This dawg shure does lissen to his master! Awn three...

Bruce Lee playing ping pong

This is an ad for a new Nokia phone using some footage of Lee from "Game Of Death." Hwaaaah!