Author Archives: WeatherGrrrl

Prison Break

Posted on 26/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

So a new season of US television has begun and we’re still in August and can hardly be said to be headed into the autumn months. At least not yet! Last season I only made it 4 or 5 episodes … Continue reading →

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The Devil Wears Prada

Posted on 26/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Ho-hum. This was a big disappointment. I haven’t read the book but from the title I was expecting a sturdy feminist tale of a young woman who grapples with the fashion industry and survives triumphant, her good sense in tact. … Continue reading →

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Colbert Roasts Shrub

Posted on 21/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Yes this is way late but then I’m posting this link mainly for my own entertainment however if you haven’t seen this you really must. 2006 White House Correspondents Association dinner. The US Prez spends most of his time listening … Continue reading →

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Into a new age

Posted on 18/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

With all the tumolt in the world and the growing realisation that continued petroleum use is not tenable it’s exciting to live in a place where research is ongoing into new energy technologies. Not only is there hope for the … Continue reading →

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Do blondes have more fun?

Posted on 18/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

After my adventures in hair-shaveage last summer I’ve embarked on another chapter in The Wonderful Adventures of Weathergirl’s Hair. This time I thought I’d try going blonde. My assumption was if it looked really vile I would just shave it … Continue reading →

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Superman Returns

Posted on 17/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Yawn. Who’d have thought they could make a boring Supperman movie. For two and a half hours almost nothing of interest happens. Kevin Spacey’s Lex Luther is the most interesting thing on the screen and that lasts about 15 seconds. … Continue reading →

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Yes, Houston we have completion!

Posted on 12/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

This has sat in draft form on my computer for ages so I thought I better post it quick just in case it evaporates and ends up in the virtual ether. Yes, finally after years and years of work I … Continue reading →

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A Prairie Home Companion

Posted on 12/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Intermittent. If you love the radio show you’ll love the movie. Not being a fan of the radio show I can’t recommend the movie. (We’re big fans of the annual joke show but that’s a whole different kettle of fish.) … Continue reading →

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Pirates 2 Audience Nil

Posted on 12/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Disappointment reigns supreme. The main problem was the script. What script, I hear you ask. Well, yes, exactly. The great thing about the original movie was the freshness of the characters and the glee of being along for the ride. … Continue reading →

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Cars

Posted on 12/8/2006 by WeatherGrrrl

Car-lover heaven. If you’re a car fanatic you’ll love this movie. Otherwise it’s pleasant enough but quite frankly who gives a rip about the characters? Just because an actor is a ‘big name’ doesn’t mean they have the chops to … Continue reading →

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