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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 4d

So happy that my favourite cinema, the Odyssey in St. Albans is showing Harakiri, the top rated narrative feature film on @letterboxd.social. Never seen the movie before so I’m overjoyed that I get to tick it off the list and support an independent cinema at the same time.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 6d

Finally kicked off the @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social this morning, a very windy 9 mile walk from Erith to Bexley with @gojauntly.bsky.social as my trusty guide. Hard to believe some of this scenery is still technically in London, gorgeous stuff. Looking forward to getting stuck in now.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Sep 7

And managed to squeeze in a hike to the summit of Uetliberg, Zurich’s own (mini) mountain. Only 870m of elevation but the views it offers of Zurich and the Swiss Alps are nothing short of jaw dropping. #zurich #travel #hiking #uetliberg

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Sep 7

Took a day trip to see the absolutely awe inspiring Rhine Falls, Europes largest and most powerful waterfall. It’s honestly amazing how close they let you get to it. #zurich #rhinefalls #travel

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Sep 7

Had a great few days exploring Zurich, my first time in Switzerland but not my last. Such a fantastic city that’s easy to amble around with just enough to see and some excellent food and drink options. #zurich #travel

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Aug 9

Stranger Things: The First Shadow absolutely blew my mind, how they achieved some of things they put on stage is astounding. If you’re not a fan of Stranger Things, it’s not going to convert you but if you are then it’s a thrilling addition to the series cannon.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jul 25

I can't recommend the Mail Rail in London enough (www.postalmuseum.org/visit-us/wha...), it's an old underground rail line that used to be used specifically for mail delivery and is now an attraction. The Young V&A (www.vam.ac.uk/young) is an entire museum built for children, and it's free!

Mail Rail - The Postal Museum

Journey back in time on a specially-made train through the original tunnels and station platforms under Mount Pleasant.

www.postalmuseum.org

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jul 25

Fantasic 4 is my favourite Marvel flick in a while. Perfect casting, great world building and some gorgeous production design that's let down by some ropey CGI that’s sub-par even for Marvel. The focus on kindness and hopefulness is a welcome addition to the MCU. Herbie deserves all the scritches.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jul 5

Really enjoyed the Daily Planet pop in Kings Cross promoting #Superman. Even if it did mean revealing my secret identity…..

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jun 28

The Cinema Museum is an absolute must visit if you’re a fan of film, London & the history of film in London. It’s an absolute treasure trove celebrating the rich history of picture houses that used to cover the capital, at one stage Elephant & Castle alone had over 40 cinemas in it.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jun 23

Experienced ‘Danish Summer’ summer today which is heavy rain! Still didn’t stop me falling in love with a cinnamon bun at Hart, checking out the Noma gardens, ambling round Christiania and devouring the chicken burger from Poulette. Basically today has been recreating The Bear’s Copenhagen episode.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jun 22

Gorgeous day in Copenhagen today, mostly spent meandering the city streets (and plenty of craft beer stops). It’s such a great city for just ambling round and seeing what you stumble upon.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Jun 21

Amazing day getting reacquainted with Copenhagen after a decade away. When I say reacquainted, what I mean is visiting all of the Mikkeller beer locations that have opened since the last time I was here. Such a great city to hang out in for a few days, as the kids would say, the vibes are on point.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · May 30

I think of Paris as my second home, getting to visit a couple of times a year is therapy to me. Like London, it’s a city I’ll never fully understand or get bored of but that’s kind of the point. I loved @simonkuper.bsky.social Impossible City, he captures my feelings on the city of light perfectly.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · May 25

Finally got to see the stage adaptation of My Neighbour Totoro yesterday and absolutely adored it. The production values were incredible, the way they brought Totoro and the forest sprites to life was astounding. If you need a pick me up, I can’t recommended checking this out highly enough.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · May 22

Outstanding evening at the gorgeous Union Chapel for @pattonoswalt.bsky.social. Haven’t had the pleasure of seeing him live since 2019 and he didn’t disappoint, I really hope he doesn’t leave so long until his next visit. His bit about choosing money or a life well lived really hit home.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · May 3

Popular Culture has drilled into my brain that rooms like the Reading Room at the British Museum contain secrets that’ll send me off on a global trotting quest for an ancient treasure. I’ve been playing way too much Indiana Jones…..

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · May 3

Hiroshige, artist of the open road is gorgeous exhibit celebrating the stunning scenery of my home away from home. Well worth paying the British Museum a visit to check it out.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 19

Now if Ryan Coogler can ensure he doesn’t fuck up the X-Files and Micheal B. Jordan doesn’t fuck up the Thomas Crown Affair I’ll be happy as these are two of my favourite things.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 19

The way he builds the world, the characters and lets the story breathe before tearing it all down is astounding. The music and score are as good as you’ve heard and are integral to holding the movie together and keeping things moving.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 19

#Sinners is an absolute certified banger and hopped straight to the top of my favourite movies this year. Coogler is operating on another level directing his own original script and Jordan does fantastic work pulling double duty as twins bringing nuance and depth to both. See it on the big screen.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 18

Fantastic set by @kumail.bsky.social at the Leicester Square Theatre tonight. His story about his geriatric cat actually being his baby hit me hard, I too have older cat who will always be my baby and I won’t hear otherwise. And remember, shit’s fucked up right now but you’re going to be ok.

Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 16

I had the same feeling when I walked the Capital Ring. Can't recommend the walk enough if you want to explore another side of London, need to get cracking with the Thames Path & London Loop next!

London Loop - Capital Ring @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social · Apr 16

Nice little article about the #CapitalRing in The Independent- and nice to have a mention for our project to improve and maintain the route.
www.independent.co.uk/travel/uk/en...

After 20 years, I thought I knew London – then I walked the Capital Ring

Spring in the air, and London is calling – not by Tube, but on foot. Jessica Furseth explores a 78-mile circular walking route and finds a surprisingly wild, wonderfully weird and deeply revealing way...

www.independent.co.uk

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 12

If you’re remotely interested in the growth of active travel and cycling, I can’t recommended David Byrnes (of Talking Heads fame) book, Bicycle Diaries highly enough. A beautiful rumination of the benefits of cycling and the observations you get to make along the way.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · Apr 11

Black Bag is the smartest, sexiest and coolest movie of the year. The cast is superb, it's a group of people I’d happily watch playing off of each other plenty more times. I would very much like to live in Cate Blanchett & Michael Fassbenders house, it gorgeous. That David Holmes score, exquisite!