Todd Hellems
toddwhellems.bsky.social
Todd Hellems
@toddwhellems.bsky.social
I'm here for news and for updates from my favorite actors, comedians, film directors, and writers.
@firefox.com What's going on with the close, minimize, and maximize buttons? They're tiny boxes display a 4-character code each: "E923", "E921", and "E8??". Even at 250% magnification, I can't make out those last two characters. Please return these to normal.
December 21, 2025 at 10:27 AM
For whom did I draw this?
November 16, 2025 at 6:23 AM
Reposted by Todd Hellems
Buildings in the U.S. are turning to ice batteries for air conditioning — a technology that freezes water into ice at night when electricity is cheap and lets it thaw during the day to cool indoor spaces.
Buildings are turning to 'ice batteries' for sustainable air conditioning
Buildings in the U.S. are turning to ice batteries for air conditioning — a technology that freezes water into ice at night when electricity is cheap and lets it thaw during the day to cool indoor spaces.
bit.ly
October 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Reposted by Todd Hellems
Chef finds new purpose in work with Meals on Wheels Atlanta
Chef finds new purpose in work with Meals on Wheels Atlanta
Meals on Wheels Atlanta’s culinary director Robert Gerstenecker uses his fine dining background to create Purposeful Gourmet Foods, a product line to benefit MOWA.
www.ajc.com
October 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
archive.org/details/iflw... Stories like these of suffering heroes who war daily with their adversaries motivate me to learn more about them.
March 9, 2025 at 1:12 AM
I like the costume designs seen in these scene shots. Mr. Jaa's is particularly snazzy. 😎
Monster Hunter (2020) – A CGI-fueled action spectacle that delivers on giant creatures and flashy fights but stumbles in story and world-building. Great for fans of dumb fun, but lacks depth. #MonsterMayhem #VideoGameMovie
March 4, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Reposted by Todd Hellems
The Great Yokai War (1968) is a delightful dive into Japanese folklore, filled with quirky creatures and adventurous fun. A must-watch for fans of fantasy and mythology. #GreatYokaiWar #JapaneseCinema #FantasyFilm #Yokai
February 15, 2025 at 6:49 PM
I've got some viewing to catch-up on. 🎞️🎬👀🪮
“Black cinematic history remains a prism of possibility that reflects the times and illuminates the possibilities of our beings.”

Check out the full list by @blackfilmarchive.bsky.social’s @mayascade.bsky.social: boxd.it/DIUAa
February 9, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Reposted by Todd Hellems
This is by far the most wonderful story I've read all week. I'll be linking to it in tomorrow's newsletter.

I haven't seen it get too much attention so I'm sharing it here as well.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/j...
‘Solar Mamas empower our people by giving them electricity’: the women lighting up Zanzibar
Women with little to no formal education trained to become solar technicians, transforming villages and tackling patriarchal norms
www.theguardian.com
January 16, 2025 at 8:41 AM