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‘One Piece’ is Spectacular, Bizarre, Uplifting [Netflix Review]

Spectacle, memorable characters, bizarre visuals and a whole lot of heart. ‘The most uplifting show on streaming this year’ says reviewer.

Mixed Reviews for New Star Wars Spin-Off ‘Ahsoka’

New Star Wars based series Ahsoka is a visual feast, but the show’s writing leaves something to be desired, writes Oli Phillips.

Finding Humanity Despite Artificial Intelligence, in ‘Foe’ [Movie Review]

Films about artificial intelligence usually involve great battles and computer-generated creations. Not so, in the Garth Davis film ‘Foe’.

‘Portrait of The Queen’: A Documentary for Devotees

Lovers of documentaries or photography will enjoy this latest QE2 film’s take on various photographs of Her Majesty.

‘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.

‘Sharper’ A Clever Psychological Thriller

‘Sharper’ is a twisted journey into the world of billionaires and those who hope to gain access to their riches.

Meet the Philanthropologists on TV’s ‘The Good Road’ [Review]

A brand new season of ‘The Good Road’ is out, this time exploring philanthropy across the USA and in Puerto Rico.

In a Culture That Questions Male Friendship, ‘Close’ is a Cautionary Tale

Humanity is designed for human connection. We should be slow to define these connections and allow boys to be friends, writes Russ Matthews.

Brendan Fraser’s ‘The Whale’ Challenges How Faith Relates to People in Pain

From trauma bonds to quests for redemption and crises of faith, each character in ‘The Whale’ has a rich backstory.

A Man Called Otto: Reel Dialogue Movie Review

A Man Called Otto is a warm crowd-pleaser that is told powerfully and will warm even the grumpiest hearts, writes Michael Walsh.

Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio – A Reel Dialogue Movie Review

This latest animated version of the classic tale of Pinocchio may stand as one of the best ever put to screen, writes Russ Matthews.

Overwhelmed by Streaming Services? Some Ideas For Your Watchlist

To help you navigate an age of endless content and new streaming platforms, our movie reviewing partner Russ Matthews shares his tips.

“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.

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.

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.

Seth Godin on Responding to COVID-19

Resilience, generous leadership and selective listening are just a few things that author and entrepreneur Seth Godin touches on.