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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Back out on the @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social today, a gorgeous ramble from Hayes & Harlington to Uxbridge mostly along the Grand Union Canal. I was expecting to be enjoying some autumnal walks by now, not sweating through summer walks! #LondonLoop

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Incredibly cathartic evening of comedy courtesy of @nishkumar.bsky.social at the Hackney Empire this evening. If like me, you’re a lefty liberal who often finds themselves screaming into the void at the state of this country then I’m sure you’ll have a grand old time. #NishKumar

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Fantastic evening at @roughtraderecords.bsky.social seeing a DJ set from #Bonobo for his sublime new album ‘Distance in Static’. I’ve wanted to see him live for years and he did not disappoint.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A pain free #LFF booking experience this morning. Behemoth! Artificial, Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother, Everest - The Other Side & Wild Horse Nine all secured. Looking forward to movie nerd autumn in October.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I love seeing people being really good at their jobs so seeing Jay Z last night was a real treat. No fuss, no bloat, just 2hrs of back to back, perfectly curated bangers with a surprise appearance by The Fugees being the absolute cherry on top. #JayZ30 #London

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

My #FlashInvaders white whale has been LDN_14, which has been hidden under scaffolding in Piccadilly Circus for nearly a year. The scaffolding has finally started to come down, creating an opportunity to scan it and ‘complete’ my London #invaderwashere set. At least until the next wave arrives.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Chose a rainy day to tackle Section 10 of the @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social. Not much too this section really, mostly escaping the clutches of Heathrow Airport via the Grand Union Canal. Did enjoy getting to see the Speedbird logo at Hatton Cross though, made my inner aviation nerd happy. #LondonLoop

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

#TheCinemaMuseum is at risk of closure and needs support. It's a wonderfully eccentric collection of vintage cinema paraphernalia that transports you to a bygone era of movie going. I wrote about my experience of touring it, I can't recommend going enough. nikmortimer.substack.com/p/the-cinema...

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The Cinema Museum

A visit to one of London's best kept cinematic secrets

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Thanks to the wonderful @princecharlescinema.com I finally ticked Tampopo off of my list of shame with packed late-night Saturday crowd. How a Japanese film celebrating the joys of ramen has eluded me for so long I'll never know. More musing over on @letterboxd.social - letterboxd.com/nikmortimer/

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

A 10 mile hike in 30c heat wasn’t my best idea but that’s Section 9 of the @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social completed. A gloriously sweaty ramble from Kingston to Hatton. As an aviation nerd getting to walk under the Heathrow flight path was an absolute treat. @gojauntly.bsky.social #LondonLoop.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

After getting rained off last week, I took advantage of the gorgeous weather to tick off Sections 7 & 8 of the @ldnloop-capring.bsky.social. A gorgeous 13m walk along the Hogsmill River. Happy to see the Thames again having not seen it since Erith. Now a 1/3 way through the Loop, only 100m to go!

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Had a thoroughly lovely long weekend ambling around #Brussels thanks to a cheap Eurostar ticket. I’d never put much thought into going but the architecture, art, food and of course, beer make it an easy recommend.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Absolutley adored Matt Lyons documentary, SOBO, a beautiful story capturing his attempt at hiking the Pacific Crest Trail South Bound. It's a great reminder about how personal growth often comes from doing the hard things. #SOBO youtu.be/AhUizyW99PM?...

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SOBO: A Pacific Crest Trail Story by Matt Lyons

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Hiking the #NakasendoTrail has sat with me since coming home from Japan in March. This is the longest piece I've written since I've started writing more about my hiking but I'm really please how it's turned out. open.substack.com/pub/nikmorti...

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Hiking the Nakasendo Trail

Walking Japans Samurai Road

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Overjoyed to be back in my beloved Tokyo after 18 months away, it’s a city I’ll never fully understand but I’ll always adore. Looking forward to a busy 10 days exploring Japan.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Over the last twelve months or so I’ve really gotten into collecting Invaders via the #flashinvaders app. It’s such a fun way to explore more of the London (or Paris or plenty of other cities) and get off the beaten path. Anyone else collecting #Invaders where they live?

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Took a nostalgic trip back to Twin Peaks the #BFI last night, such a treat getting to see the pilot on the big screen in 35mm. I’d forgotten just how good a job of world building that 1st episode does, guess I’m doing a rewatch of the whole thing now.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

2025 was a sensational year for movies. I managed to watch 46 2025 releases this year and it’s amazing how many of the films in my Top 10 have sat there all year only to be toppled by One Battle After Another which I’m still thinking about weeks after seeing it. @letterboxd.social

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Wes Anderson: The Archives is absolutely worth a visit if you’re a fan of his films. It’s incredible just how much detail goes into his movies, it’s fantastic seeing how well preserved everything is.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

#RentalFamily is cute, sentimental and you can spot the ending coming a mile off but damn if this movie doesn’t have a lot of heart. It explores some of the knottier aspects of Japanese culture in a way that doesn’t pass judgement, using them as plot mechanism instead. Brendan Fraser is superb. #LFF

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

#Wakeupdeadman might be Benoit Blanc’s finest outing yet. Darker and more layered that its predecessors @rianjohnson.bsky.social turns his attention to the online weaponisation of faith in a way I found enthralling, all whilst wrapping the plot in the trapping a of a gorgeous gothic mystery. #LFF

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Richard Linklater’s #NouvelleVague is a celebration of the messiness of the creative process, it’s one of those movies only he could direct. The cast is fantastic, all charm personified. I just want to sit in the dark, watch movies in my sunglasses and smoke, all whilst fabulously dressed. #LFF.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

#Frankenstein is a big beautiful gothic horror delivered in a way that only @realgdt.bsky.social can, he makes the world feel alive. Issac makes for a wonderfully unhinged Victor Frankenstein but the movie belongs to Elordi who tackles one of the most iconic characters ever and makes it his own #LFF

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

@noclipvideo.bsky.social it’s only small but the London Film Festival is hosting an Indie Games Lounge at the BFI IMAX in London. It’s not been massively advertised but thought your London audience might want to check it out.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

I’m more an Invader fan than I am of Hirst or Fairey but I quite enjoyed their collab, Triple Trouble which is on display at Hirsts Newport Street Gallery. Invaders work is better seen in the street but this is a great way to see a bunch of it in one place.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

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 · 07/09/2025

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 · 09/08/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 05/07/2025

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

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

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 · 30/05/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

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 · 22/05/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

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 · 19/04/2025

#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 · 18/04/2025

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.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

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!

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

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 · 11/04/2025

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!

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Delightful evening at the gorgeous Union Chapel to see The Decemberists’ @colinmeloy.bsky.social perform last night. Couldn’t think of a more appropriate venue to see him perform some folksy, wistful & hopeful songs. I really do hope I get to see The Decemberists live again soon, it’s been too long.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Really enjoyed The Face Magazine: Culture Shift at the National Portrait Gallery. A fascinating look at the impact the magazine had on the culture it did a brilliant job of documenting. Well worth checking out.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

A few days into my Hong Kong trip and loving it so far. Really vibrant city with a lot going for it. Kicked things off with a trip up Victoria Peak to take in the stunning views.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Took advantage of the gorgeous February morning for a 15km ramble over the fields in the local area. I’m sure this is just a fake start to spring but it’s a great excuse to get out of the house.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

#SaturdayNight is messy, chaotic, funny, tense and doesn’t quite come together, but I’m still endeared to it because of the passion of the people behind it. For SNL fiends like me, this is basically catnip.

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

So many great memories at the @princecharlescinema.com. Emotionally devastating myself watching the Before Trilogy, learning to Donkey Roll at the Popstar screening and getting to watch three @rianjohnson.bsky.social movies back to back. London wouldn't be the same without the PCC. #SaveThePCC

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Nik Mortimer @nikmortimer.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

I think Hermione might want to start modelling for Patagonia.

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