On Thursday night I went along to the Launch Party for this years Brisbane Queer Film Festival.
From the sneak peak we had, it looks like there's going to be some awesome movies showing. They also have some events planned that look like fun.
So if you're looking for something to do from 28th March - 5th April 2014 get along to the Brisbane Queer Film Festival
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Lost Girl Season 1 - 3 on DVD
I recently purchased seasons 2 and 3 of Lost Girl on DVD, region 4 for Australia.
While I'm happy to now have seasons 1 - 3 on DVD I'm not sure why there are no special features on any of them.
I'm a special features nerd and while initially it didn't bother me that there aren't any special features, the more I think about it the more annoyed I am about it.
Why am I annoyed, because I know there are special features out there on different versions (regions and formats) of the season sets.
If I want the special features why should I have to purchase a different region DVD set and go to the expense of purchasing a multi region DVD player?
In the technology age where you can download the episodes shortly after they air on TV, I would have thought that when releasing the show on DVD or Blu ray, special features would be a must have on all versions/regions.
Otherwise, what motivation is there for people who have probably already downloaded all the episodes of the show to pay money for the DVD/Blu ray sets when all they are getting is exactly what they already have for free (all be it, illegally)?
While I'm happy to now have seasons 1 - 3 on DVD I'm not sure why there are no special features on any of them.
I'm a special features nerd and while initially it didn't bother me that there aren't any special features, the more I think about it the more annoyed I am about it.
Why am I annoyed, because I know there are special features out there on different versions (regions and formats) of the season sets.
If I want the special features why should I have to purchase a different region DVD set and go to the expense of purchasing a multi region DVD player?
In the technology age where you can download the episodes shortly after they air on TV, I would have thought that when releasing the show on DVD or Blu ray, special features would be a must have on all versions/regions.
Otherwise, what motivation is there for people who have probably already downloaded all the episodes of the show to pay money for the DVD/Blu ray sets when all they are getting is exactly what they already have for free (all be it, illegally)?
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
This one time at Supanova Brisbane....
So I was going to write a detailed review of my adventures at Supanova Brisbane, but then the lazy side of me won out and I did this instead....
I thought the event was well organised and the volunteers were great.
I do think however, that it was ridiculous that we weren't allowed to take photographs in the signing area or video tape during the panels. What was with that?
Anyway despite that, I had the best time. Seriously, there aren't enough good adjectives that I could use to adequately describe how good it was.
I got to hang out with a very good friend of mine for the weekend, plus I got to meet up with some of my wonderful online friends who are such lovely people. It was also great chatting to other fans, sharing our experiences.
The best bit by far though, was meeting two of my favourite people - Lena Headey and Zoie Palmer.
Lena and Zoie were both so lovely. Friendly, down to earth women who were so incredibly funny.
I thought the event was well organised and the volunteers were great.
I do think however, that it was ridiculous that we weren't allowed to take photographs in the signing area or video tape during the panels. What was with that?
Anyway despite that, I had the best time. Seriously, there aren't enough good adjectives that I could use to adequately describe how good it was.
I got to hang out with a very good friend of mine for the weekend, plus I got to meet up with some of my wonderful online friends who are such lovely people. It was also great chatting to other fans, sharing our experiences.
The best bit by far though, was meeting two of my favourite people - Lena Headey and Zoie Palmer.
Lena and Zoie were both so lovely. Friendly, down to earth women who were so incredibly funny.
Plus, if you take how beautiful they are on screen and multiply that by at least 100, you'll get an understanding of just how stunningly beautiful they both are in person.
I was very proud of the fact that I didn't make an idiot of myself, well not too big of an idiot. Although I did make Lena laugh when we had our photo taken.
I was very proud of the fact that I didn't make an idiot of myself, well not too big of an idiot. Although I did make Lena laugh when we had our photo taken.
The thing that surprised me the most was how nervous I was meeting Zoie. I'd never been like that meeting anyone, I basically fangirled hard. But Zoie was lovely, gave me a great big hug which I'm sure you'll all agree, makes everything better!
Meeting Lena and Zoie far exceeded my expectations and cemented my support and appreciation of them both - fan for life.
All I need to know now is, when's the next one??
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Supanova Pop Culture Expo - Brisbane
The Supanova Pop Culture Expo is on in Brisbane from the 8th - 10th November. I've never been to this type of thing before but when I found out that the lovely Zoie Palmer is going to be there the decision was made.
There are some other awesome folks that will be there (Summer Glau to name just one) so my tickets have been purchased and I'm just a little bit excited....
There are some other awesome folks that will be there (Summer Glau to name just one) so my tickets have been purchased and I'm just a little bit excited....
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Face 2 Face (Europe Version)
In 2011 Katherine Brooks made a documentary called Face 2 Face which followed her journey to meet 50 random Facebook friends to explore how someone can have so many Facebook friends, yet feel alone and isolated.
As a follow up, she is heading to Europe to meet 20 of her Facebook friends (who she has never met) to find out the true meaning behind a friendship.
Kat is raising money for the film over on Kickstarter, with 18 days left there is a little way to go to reach her goal of $50000 - so if you can, head on over and help her out.
As a follow up, she is heading to Europe to meet 20 of her Facebook friends (who she has never met) to find out the true meaning behind a friendship.
Kat is raising money for the film over on Kickstarter, with 18 days left there is a little way to go to reach her goal of $50000 - so if you can, head on over and help her out.
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Static the movie
The lovely, talented Tanya Lemke is making a movie - Static the Movie. It's a film based on the short story by Robert Shearman.
Tanya and her team are crowd funding for it over on Indiegogo. With less than a day to go they are just short of their $15000 target, so if you've got some spare change head on over and help them out.
Tanya on Twitter
Static the Moive on Twitter
Static the Movie on Facebook
Tanya and her team are crowd funding for it over on Indiegogo. With less than a day to go they are just short of their $15000 target, so if you've got some spare change head on over and help them out.
Tanya on Twitter
Static the Moive on Twitter
Static the Movie on Facebook
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
People: Amanda Brugel
Ok I'll be honest, until recently I had no idea who Amanda Brugel was. I was introduced to her through her involvement with the movie Sex After Kids and I'm glad I was.
Not only is she a very talented, funny lady, she is also someone who is trying to do good through her not for profit organisation know as Brugs Army.
So if you have some spare time (and money) check out the Brugs Army at the below links and help support this amazing lady and what she is trying to achieve.
The Official Brugs Army Tumblr
Brugs Army on Twitter
Amanda's Official Web Site
Not only is she a very talented, funny lady, she is also someone who is trying to do good through her not for profit organisation know as Brugs Army.
So if you have some spare time (and money) check out the Brugs Army at the below links and help support this amazing lady and what she is trying to achieve.
The Official Brugs Army Tumblr
Brugs Army on Twitter
Amanda's Official Web Site
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Lost Girl - Best Laid Plans (PG-13)
Pairing: No pairing really although mention of Bo Dennis/Lauren Lewis.
Summary: My take on what exactly is going on at the end of season 3 - from Lauren's point of view.
Lost Girl was created by Michelle Lovretta and is Copyright © Canwest Global and Prodigy Pictures.
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It seems like such a simple plan.
I know Hale didn't mean to play on my feelings for Bo, but he must have known I’d agree without putting much thought into it.
Summary: My take on what exactly is going on at the end of season 3 - from Lauren's point of view.
Lost Girl was created by Michelle Lovretta and is Copyright © Canwest Global and Prodigy Pictures.
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It seems like such a simple plan.
I know Hale didn't mean to play on my feelings for Bo, but he must have known I’d agree without putting much thought into it.
Agreeing with the plan in theory has been so much easier than putting things into action.
Telling Bo I needed time away from us was the hardest. God, the look on her face nearly broke my heart. I had to fight the urge to chase after her, tell her I was wrong and have hot “my girlfriend is a succubus” sex.
But I need to do this. If what Hale and Trick said is true, Bo’s father is planning to come for her, to use her in an evil scheme for his own gain. As Kenzi would say, the shit is about to hit the fan.
So here I am, sitting on my couch holding the Ash’s necklace in my hand and going over everything in my head. It symbolises so much for such a small piece of metal and not wearing it is surreal and in a weird way it seems wrong.
As the time to leave draws nearer, the knot in my stomach gets tighter. I’m taking a big risk doing this. I’ll be in enemy territory with no way of sounding the alarm if it all goes wrong. But I’ve been in dangerous situations before.
Telling Bo I needed time away from us was the hardest. God, the look on her face nearly broke my heart. I had to fight the urge to chase after her, tell her I was wrong and have hot “my girlfriend is a succubus” sex.
But I need to do this. If what Hale and Trick said is true, Bo’s father is planning to come for her, to use her in an evil scheme for his own gain. As Kenzi would say, the shit is about to hit the fan.
So here I am, sitting on my couch holding the Ash’s necklace in my hand and going over everything in my head. It symbolises so much for such a small piece of metal and not wearing it is surreal and in a weird way it seems wrong.
As the time to leave draws nearer, the knot in my stomach gets tighter. I’m taking a big risk doing this. I’ll be in enemy territory with no way of sounding the alarm if it all goes wrong. But I’ve been in dangerous situations before.
Taking a last look around my apartment I know I’ll never come back here. That thought should scare me, but I actually find it strangely comforting.
Whatever happens, this is the start of something new. If all goes well it will be the start of a life together with Bo. If it all goes badly, well I guess I won’t be around to see what that’s like.
The Ash’s pendant suddenly feels heavy and I can’t stand to look at it any more. Placing it in the draw I remember that I’ve still got my phone. Taking it out of my pocket I can’t help myself and I flick through the contacts until I find Bo.
I’m tempted to call her, make up some excuse to hear her voice one last time. But if this plan is to work I can’t do that. I’m about to run off and join the dark side so a phone call to my girlfriend, sorry, my ex-girlfriend isn’t such a great idea.
Exiting the contacts I put the phone down. Even if I wanted to I can’t pull out now. The ball started rolling all those weeks ago when I called Hale with my concerns about Bo.
Things are about to get ugly and I just hope that Hale and his plan are a work of genius and not those of a fool.
The End.
Whatever happens, this is the start of something new. If all goes well it will be the start of a life together with Bo. If it all goes badly, well I guess I won’t be around to see what that’s like.
The Ash’s pendant suddenly feels heavy and I can’t stand to look at it any more. Placing it in the draw I remember that I’ve still got my phone. Taking it out of my pocket I can’t help myself and I flick through the contacts until I find Bo.
I’m tempted to call her, make up some excuse to hear her voice one last time. But if this plan is to work I can’t do that. I’m about to run off and join the dark side so a phone call to my girlfriend, sorry, my ex-girlfriend isn’t such a great idea.
Exiting the contacts I put the phone down. Even if I wanted to I can’t pull out now. The ball started rolling all those weeks ago when I called Hale with my concerns about Bo.
Things are about to get ugly and I just hope that Hale and his plan are a work of genius and not those of a fool.
The End.
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Question about my Lost Girl story Destiny?
I'd like to thank everyone who has taken the time to read my Lost Girl story Destiny. An even bigger thank you to everyone for your feedback and comments on the story, I really appreciate them all.
I thought I'd answer the most often asked question that you guys ask me - will there be a sequel?
The short answer is no, I don't have any plans to write a sequel - in the immediate future.
The long answer is, basically real life has been kicking my ass lately. While I have a whole bunch of ideas, my writing has taken a back seat.
Gladly though things are starting to settle down and I hope to be writing a whole lot more soon.
As I said I have a whole bunch of ideas, but none of them really fit as a sequel and I've decided to work on the ideas I have to see where they lead.
While I have no plans to write a sequel, I'll never say never because you never know what's going to pop into my head - the right idea might come along and hey presto....but don't hold your breath!!
I thought I'd answer the most often asked question that you guys ask me - will there be a sequel?
The short answer is no, I don't have any plans to write a sequel - in the immediate future.
The long answer is, basically real life has been kicking my ass lately. While I have a whole bunch of ideas, my writing has taken a back seat.
Gladly though things are starting to settle down and I hope to be writing a whole lot more soon.
As I said I have a whole bunch of ideas, but none of them really fit as a sequel and I've decided to work on the ideas I have to see where they lead.
While I have no plans to write a sequel, I'll never say never because you never know what's going to pop into my head - the right idea might come along and hey presto....but don't hold your breath!!
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Damned if they do, damned if they don't....
You know I don't envy the power's that be over at Lost Girl when it comes time to decide who will be with Bo at the end.
If they pair her with Dyson, people will say that they crumbled to the pressure and all those statements they made during the making of the show about acceptance and equality were just words.
But if they pair her with Lauren, some will say that they are pandering to the "gays".
Of course, they could not have her with either of them, in which case people will say they chickened out....
Nope, I don't envy them at all, good luck with that one guys....
If they pair her with Dyson, people will say that they crumbled to the pressure and all those statements they made during the making of the show about acceptance and equality were just words.
But if they pair her with Lauren, some will say that they are pandering to the "gays".
Of course, they could not have her with either of them, in which case people will say they chickened out....
Nope, I don't envy them at all, good luck with that one guys....
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