Entertainment and Arts

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Indiana Jones is back for one last expedition to defend the latest artefact sought after by familiar enemies and family friends…

Author Tim Winton Says New Docuseries is an “Act of Prayer to Creation”

‘Ningaloo Nyinggulu’ showcases the incredible Ningaloo Reef in WA, one of the last intact wild places left on Earth.

Pixar Has Found its Feet Again in ‘Elemental’ – Movie Review

Elemental from Pixar is a family movie with something for everyone, surrounded by a beautifully well-told story.

‘The Flash’ a Whole Lot of Fun for DCEU Fans – Movie Review

Since Ezra Miller was introduced as The Flash in the DCEU, he has brought levity and depth to the role, writes Russ Matthews.

Mr Eternity’s Story Explored in ‘Written in Chalk: The Echo of Arthur Stace’

A new documentary revisits the story of Arthur Stace, the man behind the slogan, Eternity, immortalised in a Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks.

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie

This moving, optimistic biopic captures the emotions of a young star confronted with an incurable disease early in his life.

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts – Reel Dialogue Movie Review

Transformers have moved into a post-Michael Bay era, and this has positive and negative repercussions, writes movie critic Russ Matthews.

Simon Baker in ‘Limbo’ Captures the Essence of Australian Cinema

Limbo is devastatingly beautiful and will leave audiences pondering the darker corners of humanity, writes Russ Matthews.

Yet Another Fresh Take on Spidey in ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse runs confidently alongside its predecessor and proves there is always more that Spider-Man can give.

Aussie Mini-Series ‘The Clearing’ Unpacks the Allure of Cults and Adult Manipulation

The 8-part series echoes the story of a real-life Australia cult that “stole” children through manipulation of unmarried mothers.

An Evolving Faith is What Prevents a Dying One – Rend Collective

Rend Collective’s latest single ‘Hallelujah Anyway’ is their answer to the challenges and uncomfortable experiences in Christian life.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 – Movie Review

Those outerspace misfits known as the Guardians of the Galaxy strike again and they do not disappoint, says movie critic Russ Matthews.

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry – Movie Review

While challenging, this story should leave viewers asking themselves what they can do with the life they have been given.

‘The Little Mermaid’ is a Disney Tale for Our Times

The live action version is “an underwater musical” about a young mermaid who wants to bridge the gap between two divided peoples.

Love Again – Movie Review

What’s surprising about this film is that the unbelievable becomes believable as things unfold, writes film critic Russ Matthews.

John Farnham: Finding The Voice – Movie Review

John Farnham’s documentary captures the story of an Aussie battler as he attempts to record the most successful album in Australian history.

‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ – Resets Views on Ageing

The plot is simplistic, but there’s joy in these four characters pushing back on the idea that life gets less interesting as you get older.

‘Fast X’ Has Too Many Characters And Storylines: Movie Review

Fans will lap up this chapter in the Fast series as it brings everything and everyone back. But too many characters are underdeveloped.