Entertainment and Arts

Black Adam – Reel Dialogue Movie Review

Black Adam struggles from a lack of character development and the lack of a decent villain, writes movie critic Russ Matthews.

‘The Chosen’ Season 3: Following Jesus Isn’t About Having an Easy Life

‘The Chosen’ Season 3 will feature the “feeding of the 5000” – a shoot with 12,000 extras & fans, and the series’ highest-scale scene to date

It’s Worth the Ride as ‘Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris’ [Movie Review]

Mrs Harris becomes a symbol of boldness and a breaker of the status-quo, offering hope that your life can be more than what it is now.

From Winnie to Wedding Bells: Where is Danica McKellar Now?

Following The Wonder Years, Fred Savage went on to work in TV and film, while Josh Saviano became a lawyer – but what happened to Winnie?

‘The Faith of Elvis’: Billy Stanley Recounts the Prayers of an Icon

“I’d heard a little bit about prayer, but I’d never had anyone lead me in a prayer like that.” Stepbrother to Elvis, Billy shares with Laura.

‘Lifemark’ Proves That Christian Cinema Can Deliver [Movie Review]

Lifemark proves that Christian cinema can deliver quality, well-written productions and provide entertainment and a powerful message, writes Russ Matthews.

Shane Jacobson Reveals What He’d Perform on Australia’s Got Talent

Actor, director, writer, and comedian Shane Jacobson, best known as the “Dunny Man”, is back as a judge on Australia’s Got Talent.

Don’t Worry Darling [Movie Review]

‘Don’t Worry Darling’ has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Yet, there is much that lifts this psychological drama above the hype.

Chicken Salt on the Menu in New Documentary

The Brisbane production Salt of the Earth, has been confirmed to have its world premiere at the Adelaide Film Festival in October.

“See How They Run”, A Whodunnit With a Twist [Movie Review]

See How They Run is a good old-fashioned murder mystery / whodunnit, but with a a delightfully meta twist, writes film critic Michael Walsh.

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

Eternity is a word that was seen for 35 years written on Sydney’s streets in chalk by a man named Arthur Stace.

Clooney and Roberts Reunite in ‘Ticket to Paradise’

Despite a predictable plot, screen legends George Clooney and Julia Roberts deliver some stunning scenes and laughs in this feel-good summer rom com.

The Quiet Girl – Reel Dialogue Movie Review

This film is an achingly beautiful story of found family and being valued and given worth, writes movie critic Michael Walsh.

“It’s a Masterpiece”: A Hopeful Top 10 Christian Book List

In searching for this year’s best books, SparkLit has come up with a list of gems that will serve you well in your spare time.

Animation Outstanding in Disney’s New ‘Pinocchio’ with Tom Hanks

Disney’s new ‘Pinocchoi’ goes to great lengths to to portray a magical night after the aged craftsman Gepetto (Tom Hanks) wishes upon a star.

‘Ruby’s Choice’ Gives Hope and Purpose to Families Impacted by Dementia

New movie Ruby’s Choice promises to bring joy and hope to audiences while starting important conversations about dementia care in Australia.

Sly Stone as the Ageing Hero in ‘Samaritan’ [Movie Review]

Sly Stallone’s ‘Samaritan’ delves into a dystopian world where people need a saviour to rescue them from their crime-riddled city streets.

‘The Bear’ One of the Best New Things On TV

What stands out the most in The Bear are its lead performances, and its portrayal of the family experience, writes screen critic Nick Long.