Body Paint for the Rainforest – Joaquin Phoenix on 4REAL

(TrendHunter.com) Actor Joaquin Phoenix joined the Yawanawa people of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest as part of a new series for MTV Canada called 4REAL. The actor, who is active in many social causes, hopes to bring attention to global social issues and foster understanding of different cultures and ways of life.
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Movies About Celebrity Pets – Beverly Hills Chihuahua (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) In honor of the fascination with tiny, rodent-sized dogs, specifically Tea Cup Chihuahuas, a new Hollywood movie spoofing the craze is making its way to the big screen. The Beverly Hills Chihuahua trailer just made its online debut yesterday and already it’s making waves in the media.

Some reviews…

Ultra Portable DJ Decks – DJ GO (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) The ultra portable DJ GO concept is designed for “on the run” DJs who want to minimize their load. DJ GO features two turntables and a mixer combined into one unit that conveniently folds up into a carry bag.

Forget about carrying vinyl, CDs or even iPods, the internal hard drive stores thousands …

Superhero Fashion (Follow Up) – Fantasy Exhibit at the Met (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) This is a follow-up on a trend we published recently about the Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy exhibit.

We already told you the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York would be featuring a huge collection of fantasy costumes inspired by comic book characters and superhero movies, but now we know t…

Movie Car Ownership – Real Batmobile on eBay (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) We’ve used to term “Batmobile” loosely in the past, using it to describe futuristic carts that remind us of Batman’s supercar, but this beauty is actually an original from the 1980 movie, and it’s on eBay for a staggering $500,000.

It’s the actual car used on the set of the Batman flick featuring …

Teens on Big Brother – Corey Worthington on BB Australia

(TrendHunter.com) Corey Worthington is set to further his celebrity status by joining the Australian Big Brother series of 2008. Not a stranger of controversy, the teen first made world headlines when he threw an out of control party which ended in police chaos and international media coverage.

Entering the BB hous…

Free Music Albums – The Slip by Nine Inch Nails (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Trent Reznor and the Nine Inch Nails are not only breaking the rules and challenging the stale record distribution model, they are blowing it all in the face of the record labels and music business! Nine Inch Nails are releasing their complete new album, The Slip for free.

This comes hot on the he…

Stupid Viral People Tricks – Dude Backflips Into Pants (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) What is people’s fascination with watching other people do stupid things? This video shows guys trying to jump and land in their pants, specifically, they’re trying to do back flips and then land with their legs in holes. It’s ridiculous, but for whatever reason, people are fascinated by it, and as …

Political Fashion Spoofs – Harper’s Bazaar & Robin Givhan Dress Mrs. President (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Harper’s Bazaar ran an article in the magazine’s February issue called “Dressing Mrs. President” which light-heartedly pokes fun at Hillary Clinton’s fashion sense.

In the article, top designers, as well as famed political fashion critic Robin Givhan, give America’s would-be first female president …

Blatant Rip-Offs – Terminator: Sarah Connor Ad Copies Student Work (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) While being “inspired by” and “paying homage” to the work of another artist is one thing, blatantly copying someone’s work without crediting them is another story. The fact that it’s a big player like Fox channel who is ripping the work of a student makes it much worse.

The new “Terminator – Sara…

Provocative Billboards – Belvedere Ads Too Racy? (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) We know sex can be used to sell almost everything, we also know alcohol and sex often go hand in hand. That being said, I am still amazed by the blatant sexualization of recent alcohol campaigns.

I guess my surprise stems from the fact that the risqué “rebirth of luxury” ads for Polish vodka brand…

Video Game Spoofs – Grand Theft Auto for Yuppies by Conan O’Brien (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Conan O’Brien and his writers at the Late Night Show have developed a kinder, gentler version of the violence-laden and much-maligned yet popular video game, Grand Theft Auto 4 which was released a few days ago. The spoof is called Grand Theft Auto for Yuppies and it is pretty funny.

Four Legged Eco Teachers – Animals Planet Green Lessons (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Animal Planet has released an awareness campaign in which cartoon animals offer viewers lessons on how to save the planet. There are six hilarious, short clips on their website, teaching things like how eating a healthy diet actually reduces green house gases as well as a range of other ways to help…

Sex and the City Lingerie – Own Samantha’s Pearl Thong

(TrendHunter.com) Since the show first aired, Sex and the City has hugely influenced fashion. Now with the launch of the new movie, designers are making it even easier by creating fashion pieces inspired directly by the show.

It is the stylish dresses, shoes and lingerie that keep Sex and the City interesting and m…

Political Talking Boxes – Caja de Ruidos Ads (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Caja de Ruidos, or talking box, is the name of this ad campaign for a public speaking and locution lessons business.

The message the ads try to convey is that you should pay attention to how you communicate your thoughts and ideas when in public. The clever ad uses caricatures of George W. Bush wh…

Merging Fashion and Technology – Vogue: “Let’s Get Digital” (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Tech-infused fashion is embodying a new lifestyle reality. In recognition of that movement, Vogue wants to get digital. That’s the fashion magazine’s claim in an editorial feature in this month’s U.S Vogue titled, Let’s Get Digital.

The editorial expresses the opinion that fashion and function can …

Celebrity PSAs II – Will Ferrell & Jennifer Aniston for Burma (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) “With great power comes great responsibility,” and that is true for holding celebrity status as well. Hollywood A-listers have a huge influence on people, so it’s great to see stars like Will Ferrell use their fame for a good cause.

The Anchorman star is known for his funny ways, but through these…

Controversial Photo Exhibits – Jackass by Terry Richardson (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) NYC photographer Terry Richardson chose the guys from Jackass to pose as the ‘heroes’ of his most recent exhibit at the LaForet Museum in the Harajuku district of Japan, and let’s just say he wanted to feature them in all their craziest glory.

The poses range from mildly serious suit shots to total…

MySpace Recruitment – Alicia Keys Finds Backup Singers Online (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) MySpace has been an incredible exposure tool for budding talent in search of representation, and Alicia Keys has taken notice. The R&B;songstress is using the social networking site to do virtual casting calls for backup singers and dancers. Auditions are done via Alicia’s MySpace page.

Qualifying …

Music Video PSAs – Radiohead Human Trafficking Ad (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Radiohead has created a music video that juxtaposes the lives of children in the western world and those being exploited in developing countries. The video for All I Need doubles as a PSA to raise awareness for human trafficking.

Using a split screen, it parallels the lives of a young white boy wh…