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The Imitation Game

Tuesday, Nov 18, 2014

The Imitation Game is a terrific film about the mathematician Alan Turing. Finely constructed and beautifully acted, particularly by its star, Benedict Cumberbatch, it is very highly recommended. Based on the book Alan Turing: The Enigma, by Andrew Hodges, the film inspires one to want to know more about Turing and his code-breaking work during WW2. I shall be hoping for a copy of the book in my Christmas stocking. [UPDATE 25.12.2014: Thank you, Santa!]

We watched the film at the new Curzon cinema in Victoria (London). It was our first visit and we liked the very comfortable and roomy seats. The cinema is ultra modern, more like a modern bar or club [not that we would know!). At the late-morning showing it was extremely quiet so probably not the best time to judge the design and atmosphere.

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Half a day in London

Sunday, Nov 16, 2014

Battersea Park, some boats, an interactive exhibit in the Saatchi Gallery, and a John Lewis store.

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Gone Tomorrow – Lee Child

Sunday, Nov 16, 2014

LeeChild I was given Lee Child’s Gone Tomorrow by a friend who rates the author. What a pleasant surprise! It’s a page-turner, with lots of dialogue and a story that’s easy to follow and moves along very nicely. It’s an easy read, ideal for a holiday-read or as a break after reading something meatier. Highly recommended!

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The John Franklin Bardin Omnibus

Saturday, Nov 15, 2014

JFBardin The three stories in The John Franklin Bardin Omnibus were quite an eye opener when I first read them several decades ago, during my crime-novel-reading phase. Well I still like a thriller and I recently came across a battered copy of the book in an antique shop near Hampton Court. The stories are highly readable, psychological thrillers and are highly recommended.