2019

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.

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.

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.

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.

WHEN THEY SEE US: A Haunting, Vital Miniseries
WHEN THEY SEE US: A Haunting, Vital Miniseries

When They See Us may be Ava DuVernay’s finest work, telling a deeply human story about the way people of color have been and continue to be seen.

THE INTRUDER: The Housing Market is a Killer
THE INTRUDER: The Housing Market Is A Killer

Directed by Deon Taylor, The Intruder treads into territory that is unfathomable for most of us and may not be the kind of place you want to stay in.

X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX: A False Force Of Destruction
X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX: A False Force Of Destruction

With audiences expectations through the roof, Dark Phoenix’s climatic conclusion is a forgettable blockbuster.

THE SOUVENIR: Observing An Inevitably Doomed Relationship
THE SOUVENIR: Observing An Inevitably Doomed Relationship

The Souvenir is a refreshingly honest look at first love, class and privilege and includes a great performance by Honor Swinton Byrne. Janet Lee reviews.

FRANCES FERGUSON: A Realistic And Whimsical Examination Of Scandal
FRANCES FERGUSON: A Realistic And Whimsical Examination Of Scandal

Frances Ferguson combines the unsettling feeling that comes from its subject with the desire to watch someone overcome the endless hatred for their life.