2010s

PAPI CHULO: A Heartfelt and Moving Little Film
PAPI CHULO: A Heartfelt & Moving Little Film

Papi Chulo is executed so exceptionally well and clearly with such care, that emotion pours out of the screen.

Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2019: F*CK YOU ALL: THE UWE BOLL STORY
Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2019: F*CK YOU ALL: THE UWE BOLL STORY

Fuck You All: The Uwe Boll Story is a film that is as direct as its title, and is an interesting insight into what makes a man like Uwe Bill tick.

RECOVERY: A Study in Post Traumatic Plot Disorder
RECOVERY: A Study In Post Traumatic Plot Disorder

While it may stumble under the weight of its own plot, Recovery is flawed, but it’s fun with moments that are really worth checking out.

Defending JUPITER ASCENDING: The Matrix as a Coming-Out Party
Defending JUPITER ASCENDING: The Matrix As A Coming-Out Party

Jupiter Ascending was a critical and a box office failure. Aaron Berry examines it from the point of view of the directors’ own transition.

ENDZEIT (EVER AFTER): Zombies Have Never Looked So Good
ENDZEIT (EVER AFTER): Zombies Have Never Looked So Good

Endzeit (Ever After) is a breath of fresh air to see that there can still be originality in a tired troupe, a refreshing take on the apocalypse.

MURDER MYSTERY: As Generic As The Title
MURDER MYSTERY: As Generic As The Title

Murder Mystery is a generic comedy from Adam Sandler, but thankfully never up there with the actor’s worst efforts. Mark MacPherson reviews.

AMERICAN WOMAN: Suffering Through The Storm
AMERICAN WOMAN: Suffering Through The Storm

With deeply moving and dynamic performances top to bottom, American Woman is a powerhouse of a film.

TOY STORY 4: The Best Toy Story Sequel Yet
TOY STORY 4: The Best Toy Story Sequel Yet

Toy Story 4 is the finest of the Toy Story sequels, and if it’s the start of a second trilogy, then we’ll follow it to infinity and beyond.

HALLOWED GROUND: There Is A Good Film In Here Somewhere
HALLOWED GROUND: There Is A Good Film In Here Somewhere

With poor dialogue and a failed execution, Hallowed Ground is a massive disappointment and just might be one of the worst films of 2019.

#LIKE: A Sharp, If Blatant, Take On The Feminist Revenge Thriller
#LIKE: A Sharp, If Blatant, Take On The Feminist Revenge Thriller

#like explores violence against women in an interesting way, but feels convoluted at times. Zoe Crombie reviews.

THE SPANISH PRINCESS (S1E6) "A Polite Kidnapping": Family First
THE SPANISH PRINCESS (S1E6) “A Polite Kidnapping”: Family First

Episode 6 of The Spanish Princess ups the ante with more death, ambition and romance. Katy Kostakis reviews.

MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL: Thompson And Hemsworth Only Slightly Elevate An Awkward Script
MEN IN BLACK: INTERNATIONAL: Thompson & Hemsworth Only Slightly Elevate Awkward Script

Men In Black: International doesn’t work like it should, but Kumail Nanjiani is a standout in this mediocre entry to the franchise. Alex Arabian reviews.

WADE IN THE WATER: Artfully Measured Ounces Of Dark Humor & Solemn Drama

Wade in the Water is raw, supplying dialogue that’s probably too forthright for Hollywood, but it also pulls off something inventive and darkly funny.

KATIE SAYS GOODBYE: An Absence of Thematic Meaning
KATIE SAYS GOODBYE: Substituting Masochism For Meaning

Katie Says Goodbye proves playing an uplifting song at the end of a film doesn’t resolve the absence of thematic meaning that was lacking throughout the entire movie.

LONERS: Political Satire? Kinda.
LONERS: Political Satire? Kinda.

Frivolous in treatment and a trailer more impactful than the film itself, Loners never understands its true potential.