Tag Archive for: MOVIES

Is Barbie Fake?

Did you know they almost ran out of pink paint making the Barbie movie? That’s because things had to look really fake.

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.

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.

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.

Love Again – Movie Review

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

‘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.

‘On a Wing and a Prayer’ – Reel Dialogue Movie Review

It’s a gripping true story of an emergency plane landing – but the screenplay struggles to get the story off the ground, says Russ Matthews.

Polite Society: A Comical Action Star in a Sari

Priya Kansara delivers a perfect mix of martial arts, slapstick humour, and love, alongside her sidekicks, Seraphina Beh and Ella Bruccoleri.

Video Game Rights Becomes Compelling Viewing in ‘Tetris’

Despite the artistic license of the screenplay, the majority of the events in ‘Tetris’ did happen, writes film critic Russ Matthews.

The Super Mario Bros Movie Best For Fans Only [Movie Review]

The Super Mario Bros movie tries so hard to be faithful to the original stories, it’s inaccessible to non-gamers, writes Russ Matthews.

‘Champions’ – a Humorous, Inspiring Story of Special Olympic Athletes

Champions is a raw, humorous, and inspiring look into the lives of Special Olympic athletes, starring Woody Harrelson.

‘Jesus Revolution’ Star Joel Courtney on Faith and Fame

Jesus Revolution follows real life pastor Greg Laurie (Joel Courtney), a man who finds faith and purpose through the Jesus Movement.

‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ Feels Like End of an Era

‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ feels like the end of an era, giving DCEU fans what they want, but not hinting at anything new to look forward to.

‘Till’ Tells an Important Story That is Timeless

‘Till’ will touch parents’ souls while providing a historical perspective on one of the darker sides of humanity, writes Russ Matthews.

Fighting Feelings and the Past Come Head-to-Head in ‘Creed III’

In an art-scape increasingly giving attention to women and under-represented social groups, this movie instead looks into the heart of men.

‘Aftersun’ is a Film That Sneaks Up On You [Movie Review]

The emotion of ‘Aftersun’ sneaks up on you, and it will likely linger in the heart and mind for longer than expected, writes Michael Walsh.

‘True Spirit: The Aussie Girl Who Took On The World’ – Movie Review

The young Aussie actor Teagan Croft does an admirable job of capturing the emotional and physical limits experienced by sailor Jessica Watson.