Curious Kate

Glitz & Glam

Week three - November 19, 2009

• See

  Amelia

  Amelia is a look at the life of Amelia Earhart, the legendary aviatrix and enigmatic symbol of the American free spirit, who was guided by a profound curiosity for everything life had to offer and who disappeared while flying over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 in an attempt to make a flight around the world.

  Starring Hilary Swank, Richard Gere and Ewan McGregor.

  Watch trailer

  

• Food

  Royal Saxon

  Royal Saxon is a hot new italian inspired restaurant & bar in Richmond. Great design by 6 degrees. Open air area, great for summer.

  Where: 545 Church Street, Richmond
  Phone: 9429 5277

  

• Watch

  Julia

  Erick Zonca's (The Dreamlife of Angels) homage to John Cassavetes' Gloria is a twisted, nervy thriller that finds Tilda Swinton (Michael Clayton, Burn After Reading) at the height of her acting prowess.

  Down on her luck and desperate, the tough, self annihilating Julia is made an offer she can't refuse, her amoral choices morphing Zonca's intimate character study into a taut action flick.

  When: Thursday 19 - Sunday 22, November
  Cost: Full $13 Concession $10

  Buy tickets here
  Watch trailer

  

• Go

  Coburg Trash & Treasure Markets

  Coburg Trash & Treasure Market is a great place to make someone else's trash into your treasure (as the saying goes). Stalls are held by a diverse range of people of all ages and cultures, making it a truly unique shopping experience. You'll find bargains aplenty.

  Entry fee: $1
  Location: Coburg Drive-In Theatre, Newlands Road, Coburg
  When: Sundays, 8am - 2pm

  

• Shop

  Glitzern

  Every now and again, you come across jewellery that captures your attention and appeals to your own sense of style. Gliztern is a new boutique that has emerged from two Melbourne friends sharing their love for unique and quirky accessories from their favourite modern International designers, new Aussie art jewellers and rare vintage pieces. From brooches made out of popsicles, necklaces and rings fashioned in animal claws and teeth charms, and shoe bags (yes that's correct, a bag made from a heeled boot!) Gliztern will be your next (secret) indulgence.

  Visit them at 1A Crossley Street and be blown away!
  Check out their site: gliztern.com.au

  

• Read

  What is the What

  This book by Dave Eggers is an epic tale about Valentino Achak Deng, a Sudanese refugee (known now as one of The Lost Boys) who survived against all odds when civil war broke out in Sudan.
  It is gripping, grueling, educational and amazing. Certainly a ride worth taking.

  Read more
  Buy the book

  

• Listen

  Kid Sister

  The release of Kid Sister's new album, Kid Sister, Kanye West's protégé and she's not your average sibling. The release of her debut album this week "Ultraviolet" is getting mixed reviews, as her futuristic-rap is changing the face of hip-hop. Kid Sister is transforming the male-dominated genre, with Lady Gaga-ish style and a killer voice; her tunes are infused with an upbeat electro sound. New single Right Hand Hi will soon be setting the airwaves ablaze, as have Get Fresh and Life On TV.

  Check her out: here

  

• After Dark

  Yeah Yeah Yeahs Live

  Yeah Yeah Yeahs is an American alternative rock band that formed in New York City in 2000. They have released three studio albums since then. Their style has been described as "an art-rock trio who made an edgy post-punk, dancefloor-friendly racket that mixed up Blondie with Siouxsie and the Banshees."
  They are heading down here on their current tour and playing at Festival Hall on December 29, 2009.

  Listen
  Buy tickets here