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Joaquin Phoenix excels in new movie C’mon C’mon
Writer and director Mike Mills new drama C’mon C’mon is a slow burn. The first half hour is a slow introduction to the complex world of Viv (Gaby Hoffman) and her sometimes…
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‘Slow burn’ thriller set amid the gathering storm clouds of WW2
A new spy thriller coming to Luna Cinemas, Six Minutes to Midnight, tells the story of a group of German schoolgirls attending a finishing school in Southern England just before the outbreak…
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House of Cardin is built on solid foundations
A fascinating biopic about the life and extraordinary success of fashion designer Pierre Cardin, House of Cardin both enthrals and captivates its audience. Tracing the life of one of the world’s most…
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Port Arthur – a place of tragedy and beauty
A visit to the historic site of Port Arthur in Southern Tasmania is quite an experience. A few years ago I spent half-a-day there as part of a three-week trip to the…
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New movie The Lighthouse burns brightly
Despite its low budget, US director Robert Eggers’ black-and-white follow up to ‘The Witch’ leaves the viewer reeling in shock and awe. The powerful tale of two lighthouse keepers who slowly drive…
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Never Look Away holds the audience in its spell
Loosely based on the life of renowned German artist Gerhard Richter, Never Look Away is the absorbing and at times mesmerising account of the famous painter’s rise to popularity in post-war East…
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Celeste – a story of tragedy and hope
The story of a retired international opera star making her comeback in her hometown, Celeste is written and directed by Brisbane-born Ben Hackworth (Corroboree). While Radha Mitchell’s performance in the title role…
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The Man Who Killed Don Quixote wows the audience
A kaleidoscope of colour – a veritable feast of fantasy. Terry Gilliam’s long-awaited film The Man Who Killed Don Quixote has all the hallmarks of a classic. Created in the mould of…
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King of Thieves – a rollercoaster ride of criminal proportions
The old saying ‘crime doesn’t pay’ takes on a new resonance when watching King of Thieves. The latest release from the makers of Darkest Hour and Legend – King of Thieves is…
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The Hate U Give – a powerful statement of black and white relations
A gripping and sometimes shocking depiction of race relations in the United States – The Hate U Give shines a spotlight on the tragic events that can occur when you mix gang…
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