Ian Wilson reviews two new film releases, ‘Frankenstein’, and ‘Roofman’.
Almanac (Film) Reviews – ‘Bugonia’ and ‘After The Hunt’
November 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson takes us to the cinema again to review two films that attracted his attention. He wasn’t disappointed.
Almanac memories: Arthur Ashe’s Autograph
October 28, 2025 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson recalls the time he obtained tennis great Arthur Ashe’s autograph.
Almanac (Film) Review: A Deep Dive Into ‘The Boss’
October 24, 2025 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson offers his perspective on the Bruce Springsteen biopic ‘Deliver Me To Nowhere’ and suggests which artists might be next in line for similar showcasing.
Almanac Cinema: A slow start to movie season
October 17, 2025 by 1 Comment
With the footy season well and truly over Ian Wilson has more time to spend at the movies. He reviews two recent new releases he has viewed but Ian was not overly impressed by them as he explains.
Almanac Life: The Belligerent Seagull
October 10, 2025 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson has a love for the comedy greats such as Peter Cook, Looney Tunes and Basil Fawlty. Coming across a couple of belligerent seagulls in Robe it provided a scenario for some comedic fun for Ian and Lynda as Ian explains.
Almanac Travel: Five days in Robe
October 3, 2025 by 10 Comments
Ian Wilson and partner Lynda recently spent five fulfilling days enjoying the delights and beauty of Robe on the Limestone Coast of South Australia.
Almanac Film: Desert Island DVDs
September 14, 2025 by 8 Comments
Ian Wilson lists his favourite films and wonders which to select as a Desert Island DVD if the occasion was ever called for. Ian challenges readers to nominate their Desert Island DVDs.
Almanac Cultural Activities: A day at The Ballarat International Foto Biennale
September 5, 2025 by 1 Comment
The Ballarat International Foto Biennale is now open. Ian Wilson visited many of the exhibitions on display and presents his report of his impressions.
Almanac Cultural Activities: Ballarat In September/October
August 29, 2025 by 3 Comments
There is always plenty to do in Ballarat suggests Ian Wilson as he highlights some cultural activities tfor consideration.
Almanac Cinema: John Clarke – A Trans-Tasman Treasure
August 19, 2025 by 3 Comments
The much-loved satirist, comic, writer and actor John Clark is remembered by his daughter in ‘But Also John Clarke’, a film produced by her. Ian Wilson recently viewed the film which he thoroughly enjoyed bringing back many memories for him.
Almanac Footy: Why you should never leave early
July 30, 2025 by 6 Comments
St Kilda’s record comeback win against Melbourne is a good reason why you should never leave the footy until the final siren sounds as Ian Wilson explains.
Almanac Footy: Jewels in the Rough for the 2025 Finals
July 27, 2025 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson ponders the lack of playing list imagination some teams have produced over the past few years while other clubs have hit the ‘jackpot’ with discarded players.
Almanac Footy: Ode To Sam Gilbert
July 7, 2025 by 2 Comments
Ian WIlson pens a tribute to a favourite former St Kilda footballer, Sam Gilbert, who played 208 games for the Saints.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #17
July 2, 2025 by Leave a Comment
It is Ian Wilson and Lynda’s last day in New York and they make the most of it visiting Queens, MoMA PS1, Grand Central Station and Central Park.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #16
June 25, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Ian and Lynda visit the East Village, Movie Sites, Seinfeld & Empire State Building during their time in New York a few years ago.
Almanac Cinema: John and Yoko’s Fresh Adventure
June 24, 2025 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson reviews a ripper music doco about John Lennon and Yoko Ono which he throughly enjoyed and recommends.
Almanac Footy: Werribee FC 60th Anniversary
June 19, 2025 by 3 Comments
Former Werribee FC 1993 premiership player Ian Wilson celebrated the club’s 60th anniversary along with past and current players, and supporters last weekend.
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