A Time Machine... Out of a Delorean?

By now this will have been sitting in my drafts folder for quite some time.

I was already a little naughty and snuck my phone in with me for the main event but I couldn't ruin it further by insta-sharing the 35mm photographs I was able to take too. With today marking the end of Secret Cinema's Back to the Future, I'm finally setting these photos free into the universe.

Hidden away in one of the bars was a stall selling these disposable 35mm cameras, after seeing others with disposables and asking them where they were from only to be told they were from Boots, I was so happy to find it. I guess it's the photographer in me and yes, I'll agree that it's nice to switch off but seriously, there were so many good things to photograph and shamefully, I get a little tetchy in situations like that.




I think the main reason there were no cameras allowed was down to spoiling the secret but given that there was so much press prior to the day we went due to all the mishaps, I can't say I feel too guilty about it.

We visited on the 2nd August and had wonderful weather for it. It was such a great event and despite early criticism, Secret Cinema totally pulled this off. It was so nice to see so many people made so much effort too, sometimes it was difficult to tell the cast members from us normals.



After my previous immersive experience with The Drowned Man, I wasn't sure what to expect but was more than impressed to see that a mini construction of Hill Valley was right in front of me when we entered. From the McFly house to the Clock Tower, so much attention to detail had been put in, it's understandable as to why there was so much faff before the opening night. If nothing else, looking around all the houses, shops and even the high school, was a neat way to kill some time before the sun set and we could watch the film.















Not quite Doc..


It was such a fun movie-going experience, I loved that everyone cheered the first time we saw Marty on screen, that we booed Biff and mostly, that we laughed together. The live-action performances that went along with the film were really well done especially the clock tower abseiling finale (and seeing the Delorean for the first time). I'm sure there are things I've missed out but it was just a really good night out, my highlight was dancing along to Johnny B. Goode, and actually just dancing a lot throughout the whole evening.

Yes, it was pricey and paying for extras once we got in was quite a big ask, but you can forget about that when you've had a really, all-out great time full of references for one of your favourite films.

Surprise snow.

That crept up a bit, it's a bit melty now though. I didn't go to Shortlist today as it was still icy and snowy this morning and the trains from New Malden are slow and late on a regular basis anyway, let alone when you throw freak weather into the mix. Seems like a bit of a waste because although it's a two week time span so far, this would have only been my sixth day...

I'm nervously awaiting an email from the company I had an interview with on Monday. It would be nice to just be told, even if I don't get the second interview, which I hope I have. Both Long and Chris landed jobs this week, I'm really hoping this is a sign of of good things to come and that Moon and I will get something soon. I have another interview on Monday through a recruitment agency, which sounds quite promising so I'm a bit excited. I've been semi-researching rental properties in anticipation and I think it's begun to depress me so I'm going to stop.

Anyway, here are some photos I've taken this week. It's all been a bit uneventful and I've been so sleepy but I've spent today trying to psych myself up, so hopefully that will work and next week will be pumping.

Tuesday was a bit of a 'why not?' kind of day and I re-discovered this dress, which I love but just haven't worn in ages.
Cardigan: Primark
Necklace: Gift from Moon's mum (Accessorize)
Dress: New Look
Belt: Dorothy Perkins
Tights: Dorothy Perkins
Socks: New Look
Shoes (current fave, so comfy): Dorothy Perkins


Everyone has full-on caught Valentine's fever this week, almost putting me off it a bit. It does remind me that I have to work on Moon's card over the weekend though. So thanks, Pizza Express



I do really like McDonalds, but it is pretty annoying that it's one of the better places to eat for under £5...



This is a cake that my sister made for her friend's 18th birthday. It's quite nice, but you definitely have to love chocolate.


Thursday's lunch - Itsu, High Holburn




Obligatory posey kitten picture.


I know these aren't exciting but I like them. Like I said, I'm hoping things will pick up soon. I'm planning on starting on the Photography book my sister got me for Christmas so I'll share my efforts from that with you. It's just all about finding the time at the moment, and when I finally find the time, I just want to eat and sleep.

Halloween memories.

As I've mentioned, this is the first Halloween that I've not done anything in three years. It's very strange, I wonder how many other post-uni graduates feel a slight remorse for Halloween. Hometowns never are the same as Unitowns and what about all those great friends?

Anyway, I thought I would share a selection of photos with you from the last three years. I quite like dressing up, but I'll admit the lack of imagination for last year, I was supposed to be a bat, but basically just went all out with fake blood instead.

2008

2009

2010

Please excuse me while I nostalgia over everything.