Everything is a Remix is an expertly crafted video series about the effects of remix culture on modern media and contemporary life. Part 2 in the 4 part series was released yesterday and delves into the remix and appropriation phenomenon that has grown to dominate Hollywood via remakes and adaptations. Example: Out of the top 100 grossing films of the past decade, 74 of them are remakes or sequels. The first two parts of Everything is a Remix are embedded above and the next two parts are scheduled to be released later in 2011. The filmmaker, Kirby Ferguson, is taking donations on his site to help fund the creation of these great videos and I hope you’ll send a little economic encouragement his way if you’re able to do so.

The first two parts are embedded after the jump, so click on the title of this post to view them!