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Film Reviews
Reviews of all the latest film releases, from indie festival flicks to big screen blockbusters.
Yes, God, Yes review – a sincere, heartwarming and poignant coming of age drama
You might be put off salad for a while, but it’s worth it to watch this rewarding, well-written drama about sexuality and sermons.
Babyteeth review – a prickly, fresh take on the wrong side of the tracks love story
An outstanding cast bring magic to this Australian coming-of-age comedy/drama from debut director Shannon Murphy
Unhinged review – Russell Crowe lets loose in road rage thriller
It’s good to be back at the cinema. In the dark, now separated from any…
Stage Mother review – an earnest look at grief, forgiveness and drag culture
A heartfelt exploration of grief and forgiveness.
Disappearance at Clifton Hill review – mystery grapples with truth and memory
Tuppence Middleton stars in this small town, noir-mystery.
Saint Frances review – most heartwarming indie comedy of 2020. Period.
Women’s bodies are front and centre in Saint Frances, the SXSW-winning debut film from Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson.
Clemency review – Alfre Woodard stuns in harrowing death row drama
Clemency is a powerful look at the injustice and brutality of the US penal system.
In Bright Axiom review – bewildering, striking yet muddled portrait of cult fever
In Bright Axiom can be too confusing to really reel you in, but the uncertainty adds to its mystery and style.
