Mr. Robot eps1.2d3bug.mkv

mr_robot_ep3The file format “mkv” is a sneaky little inclusion on this title sequence. mkv are multimedia formats that can include audio, visual, and subtitles. Make sense? Yep, because our strange little character Tyrell Wellick and his wife are shown speaking with subtitles for us English folk (him Swedish, her Danish).

This episode picked up from the last. We finally get to see into the life of Tyrell Wellick which was eye-opening. We see his strange behaviours and how he is willing to do just about anything to move up in EvilCorp. He is a ruthless character that we will have to look out for.

The episode also continues with Elliot’s storyline of whether he will continue with fsociety. The deciding moment comes when he is faced with the resurgence of how engineers were affected by toxicity levels at EvilCorp plants. As you should remember from the end of episode two, this is how Elliot’s father passed – as he was diagnosed with Leukemia – and we now learn this is how Angela’s mother died. Can fsociety pull Elliot back in by reigniting his hatred towards EvilCorp?

This was an A+ episode.

Wednesday Listens E12

Going for a slower pace this week given that I’ve had one PSL drink this September, and just want to wear sweaters on the daily. These songs are great to replay while processing and thinking things over.

Nathaniel Rateliff is just so vocally talented. This song made me emotional first time I listened to it, because it’s just so powerful; he has such raw emotion in his voice. It’s a softer song that just, just listen to it to understand it. Really, I’m so moved I can’t write.

I always thought this should be a single from The Lumineers but it never reached that level. I haven’t heard much from them in the last year or two, they seemed to have peak in 2013. That was in fact the year I had the pleasure of seeing them at Osheaga. “Dead Sea” what a great, sad expression.

This is another hauntingly beautiful song. “Medicine” by Daughter is just, oh so lyrically magical. And my god her voice. I love how the piano and background noise is not overpowering. Her voice stands out, and the piano acts as a great accent. Ya know what I mean?

x victoria.

Mr. Robot: eps.1.1_ones-and-zer0es.mpeg

review2Second episode aired on Showcase last night. Not as powerful as the premiere, but was still good to lay down a foundation. Episode focused on what to do with his drug dealer’s supplier. Should Elliot bring him down, if this means he has to sacrifice his access to morphine?

This episode was good for experimenting with cinematography and sound. Lots of the framing was Continue reading →

Wednesday Listen E11

British Invasion seems to be the theme with this one. Here I present you with music from three decades all featuring UK artists.

Don’t be hating on The Beatles. They are by far a revolutionary band, do not deny this fact. One of the few bands that can get away with changing their sound with each new album they released. We go from the Fab Four from the sixties, to rougher sounds heading into the 70s. Then we had our experimental phases dipping into their play on the use of Sitar, as well as those LSD psychedelic days.

Adam Ant is my guilty pleasure. The beat is sick, and he has amazing tunes to dance ridiculously too. Good Two Shoes is by far my favourite track, as just look at me — such a goody two shoes. Check out Stand and Deliver for some great use of overlapping vocals.

And of course bringing it up to date, some Arctic Monkeys. Did you know that they became famous in North America by people pirating their music? Yep. By others recording their music and posting it, it allowed Arctic Monkeys to gain exposure in North America — just a tidbit.

 

Oddball Comedy & Curiosity Festival

I had the pleasure of being able to attend the Oddball Comedy & Curiosity Festival last night in Toronto. Although tickets were $$, it was nice to spend money on an experience that was thoroughly enjoyable.

(From Oddball Fest fb page)Big Jay Oakerson: Host was a good choice. He was able to ease up the audience, warm everyone up for the comedians, and had great sets for us. He pointed out why certain jokes were okay to laugh at because the chances of them being real were slim. Thought this was a nice touch. Continue reading →

Mr. Robot: eps1.0hellofriend.mov

reviewpicIn case you didn’t know me, I’m pretty big on television. If you are ever in a conundrum and need a suggestion, hit me up. Oh my love for clever televisions shows is so strong. And what do I discover this summer? Mr. Robot. Now, at the moment I’m currently watching on a weekly basis off of Showcase, but I may being to bingewatch while I can off of AMC because WOW. Continue reading →

Wednesday Listens E10

Woah. How did we make it to ten weeks of this already? Theme for this week seems to be b/w videos mixed with some alternative indie. WHICH if you think about it. What classifies it as alternative?

Please hook me up to an IV to this song. That’s how much I am loving it. It’s been stuck in my head for days now. 1. Nothing creepier than a six year old girl wearing a dress and THOSE shoes spinning around in a grave yard. 2. So catchy.

What I love about this song is of course Jesse Rutherford’s voice. Just listen to him. Liking the drum beat for this song mixed with the synth sounds. Nice to hear The Neighbourhood back with a solid single.

Casting for this is intriguing; very androgynous model featured in this video. No doubt you have heard “First” on the radio by Cold War Kids. I came across this band by mistake while searching for another song. My first listen to this band was “Lost that Easy,” which if you haven’t heard go do that now.

The main vocalist has a nice sound that’s different from most vocals you’ll hear.

Same direction here. The Kooks came out with this single back in October, yet I don’t think it’s gain the attention it deserves. Background vocals pair nicely with the beat. Gets your head-a-shaking.

September Goals

september goals

I thought that maybe if I publicly publish these to do items, goals and what not it will actually get accomplished.. Maybe? Yes.

  1. Sign up one course for the Digital Marketing Management certificate program at Sheridan
  2. Do well in said course over the next four months
  3. Continue hitting the gym up at minimum three days a week
  4. Finally go out and purchase my own car
  5. Strive to wake up earlier each morning. Get used to it. Make it a habit.
  6. And if successful in waking up early, introduce morning walks into the routine.
  7. Attempt to keep my room tidy *laughs, it’s the running joke ANY where I go*
  8. Don’t be tough on myself.

This is it for September. Check in will be September 30th.

Wednesday Listens E09

Time for a completely different take on this week. Going to feature a variety of mashups, covers, and edits. Because why the hell not.

Walking on campus with this track in the background makes you feel so important. Fall Out Boy in the background somehow just goes with Lil Wayne, don’t ask why. Indie meets Rap, hello.

Remember that week I chose Electric Feel by MGMT. Ya, I don’t remember either. Wellll this week here’s a cover that’s been slowed down and added with a sick beat.

Listened to this song maybe one too many times last semester. Melanie Martinez was a contestant on the voice, and wowed audiences with “Toxic.” Enter Cestladore adding a spin to the song.

 

The Man from U.N.C.L.E.

Saw this movie tonight, and decided I enjoyed it so much that it deserved a posting. The movie stars Armie Hammer (you may remember him from The Social Network) and the lovely Henry Cavil (beardless but still Clark Kent-ish).

Synopsis: Really all you need to know is that it’s the classic partners-who-can’t-get-along story with a paring of an American spy and Russian Spy during the 60s. It’s based on the television show that aired during the mid 60s.

The movie features some great classic jokes, fun spy gadgets, REALLY good car chases x 2 (not even kidding) and some good acting from Armie Hammer. His Russian accent is believable and his performance is convincing.

What I enjoyed about this movie is that it has a good take on the classic spy movie. It’s refreshing in a way because of the shots. Many of the close-up shots were well taken, and were not like some shots where they are super-exposed — they worked for the movie. It was also enjoyable that they played around with multiple shots on the screen, split screens, and experimentation with repetition.

Even though there are some moments that are expected, cheesy jokes and a classic ending, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie and would watch it again (Just because Hammer is THAT good in it.)