Hyperion, an epic tale from Dan Simmons reads like an intergalactic Canterbury Tales. It’s a massive tome that once it got rolling, completely engaged me. A pilgrimage of seven are summoned together to journey to the world of Hyperion. A planet that has a strange mystery at its heart, the time tombs, and a strange…
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Countdown to Fan Expo 2023
Fan Expo is right around the corner, and it’s something I haven’t attended since COVID hit, but this year, I’m going back. And I am excited. There are so many people I want to see and meet, and while the SAG-AFTRA strikes may prevent some discussions I still expect to have a damn good time…
Fan Expo 2019 – It’s Almost Time
It’s hard to believe that the summer is drawing to a close. Here in Toronto that means the CNE, more barbecues, more patio time, and for geeks of all walks of life and fandoms Fan Expo. Housed in the sprawling Metro Toronto Convention Centre, and occupying both North and South buildings, the Expo is always…
The Dark Tower IV: Wizard and Glass (1997) – Stephen King
I rejoin Roland’s ka-tet this week as I continue my journey to the Dark Tower. Released six years after the previous novel, we rejoin Roland, Jake, Susannah, Eddie, and the billy-bumbler named Oy right where left them… aboard Blaine the Mono, preparing to engage in a deadly game of riddles. From there we continue our…
2016 Toronto Youth Shorts Film Festival
There is always something amazing going on in Toronto, and we seem to be inundated with film festivals, which for a movie buff like me, is a good thing! Getting under way today, with a special opening night screening at Sick Kids Hospital and then continuing tomorrow at Innis Town Hall, this festival celebrates…
The Mind Reels 