Curious Kate

Summer Haze

Week two - February 19, 2009

• See

  We Own the Night

  This film offers drug scandals, love, family feuds, violence and undercover cops & is set in the 80s. What more could one want in a film viewing experience? It keeps you guessing with plenty of action and unexpected turns.

  Starring Joaquin Phoenix in what he has said is one of his last performances as an actor, he has made a committed move to a career in hip hop music (See here). Are we being punked?
  Also starring Eva Mendes, Mark Wahlberg and veteran actor Robert Duvall.

  Watch trailer here

  

• Food

  Chilli Padi

  Chilli Padi has a delicious selection of asian dishes doused in the perfect, complimentary amount of chilli. Ideal for chili lovers and definitely suitable for those who are just after a hint of the spice. Great meat, fish and vegetarian dishes for sharing...or keeping all to yourself.

  Locations: Shop OE7, Menzies Alley, Melbourne Central &
  267 Chapel St, Prahran

  

• Watch

  Changeling

  Changeling is based on truth; it is the powerful story of Christine Collins, who would not give up looking for her kidnapped son. After her son was returned to her, it wasn't long before she became determined that he was not hers. This Clint Eastwood directed movie gives an insight into a corrupt LAPD in the 1920s and a story that stays with you for quite some time.

  Starring Angelina Jolie (who is nominated for an Oscar for this role) and John Malkovich.

  Official website

  Watch trailer

  Read more about this case.

  

• Go

  Linden Postcard Show 09

  This free Postcard exhibition showcases an array of talent.

  Criteria: All works entered must not be larger than 30cm x 30cm x 30cm. Hundreds of works adorn the walls. Come and enjoy. Purchase if you so desire.

  This show is Linden's annual fundraising activity for the year with all money raised, through entry fees and sales, going directly towards Linden's exhibition programs.

  The Postcard Show also gives artists the chance to show and sell their work in a popular exhibition in a major contemporary art space - that visitors love!

  The Postcard Show derives its name from the tradition of selecting six works to be reproduced and sold as Linden postcards.

  Where: Linden Centre for Contemporary Arts
  26 Acland Street, St Kilda

  When: Tues-Sunday 1-6pm
  7 February - 27 March 2009

  

• Shop

  WOOT'N WRIGHT

  Amy, a freelance illustrator and textile designer, is currently developing a label, WOOT'N WRIGHT, with partner Jess (a shoemaker with an industrial design background). They make limited edition home textiles and hand crafted leather satchels with screen prints. They work out of a studio in Albert Park, and have a little shop they open up a couple times during the week.... generally every second
  sunday, and thursday evenings.
  They sell bags, textiles and original artwork - all made by them. Check out their site: wootnwright.blogspot.com

  Address: Studio, 8 Moubray Street, Albert Park (note: Cash only )

  Check out Amy's freelance work and folio. Amy also has a piece of work in the Linden Postcard Show (see above).

  

• Bambini

  Bop it!

  A really fun game that can be played and loved by not only kids but adults too!
  Just follow the 'Bop it' voice as it tells you what to do and do it quickly!
  The aim is to get the highest score.

  Cost: $40
  Available at Kmart and toy stores.

  Watch You Tube demo!

  Warning: very addicitive

  

• Read

  Anna Segal's Blog

  Anna Segal skis; in order to do this she travels the world, enduring months of training, competitions, powder days & rainy days. Her body gets worn out; but the broken bones and bruises pay off for the lifestyle she lives and the satisfaction she gets.
  She is living the dream of many and is all too modest when it comes to the magnitude of her success (but thanks to her blog we know she just won Gold in the Winter X-Games)!
  Her blog keeps the average person up to date with the days of her amazing, never a dull moment life!

  Watch her in action on ESPN here

  

• Listen

  Andrew McUtchen

  Andrew McUtchen is an Australian singer-songwriter from Melbourne.

  His debut album, Down With Wanderlust, has just been released independently on his fledgling label Hard Rain Records. Andrew wrote all the songs and played all the instruments on the record apart from an INXS cover ('Never Tear Us Apart') and a couple of drum tracks.
  You can buy the album on iTunes, his website and order real jewel case copies online from www.rarerecords.com.au

  Become a fan and listen on Facebook

  

• After Dark

  Silk Road

  Silk Road is over the top decadence at it finest. On entry you feel like you have entered another world, as though you have left behind the world you know.
  This palatial night spot not only has a main bar but various rooms at different capacity for enjoying your drinking (and food) with a chosen group of people.

  So if you like it lavish and old world head to:
  425 Collins St, Melbourne (look for the red carpet!)
  Ph: 9614 4888
  Open: Wed - Sat

  Strictly no denim

  

• Tech Heads

  Polaroid Image Maker

  Download Polaroid Image Maker for yourself and turn your digital photos in polaroid looking images.

  Hours of fun and so easy to use! It's free which makes it a lot cheaper than using a real polaroid camera.

  Check it out at: polaroid.net