Hanksy’s “Feral Cats” of Freeman’s Alley
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The photogenic corridor of creativity that is Freeman’s Alley recently birthed a litter of Hanksy pasters. Well, at least it appears to be the work of the elusive street artist. There’s no token dripping-red signature accompanying the pieces, but the style seems to match up.
Nevertheless “Feral Cats” is another hilarious mashup using homophonic heads of pop culture. All feral. Indeed, this particular paster features the Anchorman himself, Will Ferrell.
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But there are fourteen other similar feline creations lining the alleyway. Will Ferrell is joined by Colin Farrell and Pharrell. Check ’em below. Puntastic.
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