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225 contributing photographer Lawles Bourque and online staff writer Matthew Sigur took a ride with the wild Ski Lift crew at the Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Championship recently. Watch Bourque’s stunning aerial footage of balloons afloat high above the treetops only on our YouTube channel.

What are the most stylish movies of the last five years? 225 editor Jeff Roedel identifies his picks, including the recent adaptation of The Great Gatsby. For his complete Top Ten list, plus weekly film analysis, news and reviews, read The Movie Filter.

Prior to her performance with Ted Leo at Manship Theatre, 225 caught up with acclaimed singer-songwriter Aimee Mann to discuss her new collaboration with the raucous punk rocker. Read Matthew Sigur’s exclusive interview with Mann.

Watch 225 contributor and Bite & Booze blogger Jay D. Ducote talk food and taste the bounty of several top local eateries in the new video series Into the Mix at youtube.com/225magazine.