Cockatoo Island

I went to Cockatoo Island yesterday and I didn't see a single cockatoo, but there must have been lots, hence the name. It's a World Heritage listed place and very nice to visit, but this time I went there for the film festival.

I had to go by bus, train, and two different ferries to get there. I must have arrived at a dull moment because it was quite peaceful and not the bustle I was expecting. I had read that the opening had been a little chaotic with not enough people serving in the bars etc but when I was there, there seemed to be more personel that visitors.

Even a red carpet has to be vaccumed now and then

The films I wanted to see had either been on another day or had just started so I ended up just walking around which was OK too.  I had wanted to see  The Master with Joaquin Phoenix and Xingu by Brazilian director Cao Hamburger and several others, but it will have to be for another time.

They had compared this festival to the Cannes festival  in France or the Sundance in the US but I think they have a little way to go yet. However, this was only the first time, I think.

When I got back to Circular Quay I had a little walk around and listened to music here and there. The jacaranda trees are in blossom now and absolutely gorgeous.