2010s

THE GIRL IN THE SPIDER'S WEB: A Slick But Empty Endeavor
THE GIRL IN THE SPIDER’S WEB: A Slick But Empty Endeavor

Another cinematic stab at Lisbeth Salander will always appeal to the character’s preexisting fans, but The Girl in the Spider’s Web does nothing to show the uninitiated what they’re missing.

"I really want it to be accessible to a wider audience because I think it's an important conversation." Interview with Director, Writer and Star Jenna Laurenzo of LEZ BOMB
LEZ BOMB: A Humorous & Endearing Must See Holiday Comedy

If there is one film you see this holiday season, make it Lez Bomb. It’s a modern and hilarious take on coming out, during one of the most hectic and family oriented holidays of the year.

WIDOWS: High-Octane Thrills In Steve McQueen's Electrifying Heist-Drama
WIDOWS: Electrifying Heist-Drama

Widows is a thrilling, satisfying and breathtaking experience that toys with the conventions of the genre while bringing enough depth and surprises of its own.

Monster Party: Be Sure To R.S.V.P.
MONSTER PARTY: Be Sure To R.S.V.P.

Monster Party is a quick, gory horror romp with a modern sensibility. It’s undoubtedly a bloody good time.

DOCTOR WHO (S11E5) "The Tsuranga Conundrum": Tiny Alien, Big Themes
DOCTOR WHO (S11E5) “The Tsuranga Conundrum”: Tiny Alien, Big Themes

This week’s episode of Doctor Who, on board a travelling space hospital, the gang come up…

DARK MONEY: A Must See Around The US Midterm Election
DARK MONEY: A Must See Around The US Midterm Election

Dark Money does provide some hope, but the film falls short in helping the viewer to understand how he/she can be empowered to make a difference.

SONG OF THE SEA: A wave of emotion
SONG OF THE SEA: A Wave Of Emotion

Tomm Moore’s 2014 animation Song of the Sea is an unapologetically emotional tale, that aims to make the viewer embrace what it means to be human.

Combating Trauma Through Art: Interviews With Jeffrey Wright & Vainuupo Avegalio Of WE ARE NOT DONE YET
Combating Trauma Through Art: Interviews With Jeffrey Wright & Vainuupo Avegalio Of WE ARE NOT DONE YET

We were able to speak with Jeffrey Wright and Vainuupo ‘A.V.’ Avegalio, who are both involved with the documentary We Are Not Done Yet.

RIVER RUNS RED: A Captivating Thriller With Late Identity Issues
RIVER RUNS RED: A Captivating Thriller With Late Identity Issues

Although it’ll be overshadowed by The Hate U Give, River Runs Red is an important film. The themes it explores make it a vital piece of social commentary.

Tokyo International Film Festival: THE MANGA MASTER: The Anatomy Of A Disappointing Biopic

The Manga Master takes a potentially interesting subject, and transforms his life into the stuff of biopic cliche.

THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE: Artistry At Its Finest
THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE: Horror Artistry At Its Finest

The Haunting of Hill House is full of arresting images and startling moments of pure drama; this is a show that doesn’t skimp on the heft and it presses its viewers with an inherent need to invest. 

DERREN BROWN: SACRIFICE: Never Quite Spectacular But Entertaining Nonetheless

Sacrifice is not as strong as Brown’s other work, particularly his fascinating previous effort The Push, but it’s still bound to get people talking.

HERE AND NOW: A Tone Deaf Homage
HERE AND NOW: A Tone Deaf Homage

Clunky and at times, confusing, Here and Now fails to give Sarah Jessica Parker the chance to dive deep into herself and give the emotional performance she was hoping for.

ONE CUT OF THE DEAD: Zombies Bite Back On Blu-Ray
The 2018 Japanese Film Festival Australia: ONE CUT FOR THE DEAD

One Cut for the Dead is an inventive zombie comedy that encourages the feel good celebration of the hard work that goes into making any film.

THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS: Pretty To Look At, Wooden Underneath
THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS: Pretty To Look At, Wooden Underneath

The most frustrating thing about The Nutcracker and the Four Realms is it’s not a terrible movie – just a movie that’s never interesting, magical, or perilous.