Author: yggdrasille
A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter M. Miller Jr. – Book Review
This sprawling, intricate post-apocalyptic novel blends religious faith with science fiction, and envisions a potential course for human civilisation that’s both bleak and hopeful – and surprisingly humorous. It’s a wonderfully written book deserving of its classic status.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga – Film Review
It’s no Fury Road, but I still enjoyed going back to George Miller’s mad post-apocalyptic world in this audacious if somewhat unnecessary prequel.
Joker – Film Review
Joker is a great-looking film with an astonishing turn by Joaquin Phoenix, but in the end I found it seriously lacking both as a character study and social commentary.
Quote of the Day – Behemoth the Cat
“Is that vodka?” Margarita asked weakly.
The cat jumped up in his seat with indignation.
“I beg pardon, my queen,” he rasped, “Would I ever allow myself to offer vodka to a lady? This is pure alcohol!”
― Mikhail Bulgakov, The Master and Margarita
Tinariwen @ Forum Theatre
I had so much fun at this concert, dancing and grooving to the mesmerising desert blues of these awesome Tuareg rockers.
Sleater-Kinney @ Forum Theatre
Though I couldn’t help the mixed feelings that came with the change of line-up, Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker delivered an intense, blistering set on a Sunday night.
The Pod Generation – Film Review
This wry sci-fi satire about our growing disconnect from nature tackles many timely issues, but is far too placid for its own good.
Martha Wainwright @ Elisabeth Murdoch Hall
I haven’t really kept up with Martha Wainwright’s music over the last ten years or so, but she’s always such a pleasure to see live.
Top Ten Tuesday – Favourite Book Quotes
A great book quote can stick with you for a lifetime. It was fun to think back to my personal favourites, for this week’s topic from That Artsy Reader Girl. Read more
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