‘Sweepers, Bumpers and Shotgun’

Sunday was spent driving to Horsham and doing things which will hasten my journey to Hades. Nonetheless, it was worth the trip and far more fun than church. Exhausted by my exploits I settled for a simple dinner, red wine and the movie ‘Weekend.’

Last year I had the chance to see it at the Duke of York Cinema and stay for a Q&A but sadly due to calendar clashes I missed out. Why it has taken me so long to catch up I don’t know but I was simply blown away by the film. It made me realise how starved I am of meaningful representations of gay life in the media. The movie is frank, warts & all but the characters are engaging, the script tight as a drum and the acting flawless. By the end I was red eyed and sobbing and realised that despite my bravado and love of the random I want nothing more than to settle down with someone. Maybe that’ll be sweetness, sexiness, sexy mess & honesty. I certainly hope so after meeting him J

 

Monday was back to work, an avalanche of emails and moans and groans from all and sundry. My work these days is thankless and miserable and I feel like a bear in a trap. The only thing to brighten my day was the prospect of a new Scott Walker album ‘Bish Bosch’ released on December 3^rd. Only a new Bowie album would fill me with more anticipation and I pray there will be more of those too.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/sep/24/scott-walker-new-album-bish-bosch

David Bowie is a lifelong fan and he produced the movie ‘30^th Century Man’ which peeks into Scott’s world during the recording and the making of his last album, 2006’s Drift. He is certainly an acquired taste these days but one that never ceases to excite my taste buds and long may he furrow his own unique path. There aren’t enough mavericks out there.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEYWGQMqC74

 

 

 

And to finish something lovely - ‘Man from Reno’ recorded with Balkans musician Groan Bregovic in 1993 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3YOweA72YM

Zodiac killer drains his hands and wipes away
The shadows from the walls
Look up you might even shred the stars
Look up might even stop the scars
Zodiac killer needs that crack he wants you back
He´s waiting in the bars

Tuesday was my first day back at ‘school’ and a long one. It started with a three hour lecture about ethics and film making which was fairly interesting. However after two hours I found myself fidgeting, clock watching and having serious doubts about the course and fitting in. As well as being over 30 years older than all the other students I had at least 15 years on the tutor. It felt a bit weird to be honest. The afternoon was better as it was radio focused and much more challenging and creative. I also felt able to contribute more and even came up with some good ideas which were chosen as potential ‘idents’ for Burst Radio, the university station.

Idents - the practice of radio stations or networks identifying themselves on air; typically by means of a call sign or brand name.

EXT: Mum walking down the street with little boy

BOY: ‘Mummy, I love my new balloon’

FX: Balloon bursts – sound effect

FX: Evil laughter, Boy Crying

VOICEOVER: Burst Radio

The day ended with a meeting with my personal tutor which was encouraging and I left feeling pretty motivated and full of ideas. I’ll see how I feel in a few weeks but I suspect the workload will be a challenge, more from a technical perspective than a creative one but that’s why I’m doing it.

For those who are interested here’s the ‘Out in Brighton ‘show broadcast on Saturday which I took the time out to listen to today and you can hear the much heralded Mark Eitzel interview. Coincidentally he sent me a message on Facebook which was a nice surprise.

Hey Harry - I would love to have you as a Facebook friend. Great talking to you before the show! Hope you are well xxx

http://www.mixcloud.com/OutInBrighton/out-in-brighton-29th-sept-2012/

Until the next time J