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CONNOR DALTON
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After watching 'The Social Network' in the dead of night, cinema has been ever-present for Connor. In the following years, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in film and television. Working as a camera operator, he’s travelled far and wide across the state filming soccer and rugby competitions.

Recently, he’s been navigating a career in reality television, working on programs such as 'Married at First Sight', 'Big Brother', 'Australian Survivor', and 'The Voice', among others. But above all, he waits patiently for the next DC Comics film, hoping for its success.

TOP 3 ARTISTS: Michael Jackson, John Mayer, The Beatles
TOP 3 MOVIES: Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas (1966), Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Psycho
BEST CONCERT: The 1975 at the Hordern Pavilion in 2016
FIRST MEMORY OF A FILM: Being utterly entranced by the 1998 masterpiece ‘Toot Toot’ starring the Wiggles

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Magic Beach - Robert Connolly talks riding the wave
MAGIC BEACHRobert Connolly talks riding the wave
The day after its world premiere at the Melbourne International Film Festival, Connor spoke to Robert Connolly about whether his reputation has boosted his ability to finance his films, making Lester's book a literal part of the screenplay, and his recent escapade with Nicolas Cage in Cannes.
Patrick Warburton - Seinfeld, Screaming and The Sweatbox
PATRICK WARBURTONSeinfeld, Screaming and The Sweatbox
With one of the most prolific voices in the entertainment industry, Patrick Warburton has cultivated an everlasting occupancy in the animation circuit. Connor discusses working with Jerry Seinfeld, the vibe he got from Sting, and the convention edicts he sets for himself.
Brandon Routh - Still flying high
BRANDON ROUTHStill flying high
Brandon Routh is a member of an exceptionally exclusive club. He's one of only a few who've made you believe a man could fly. Connor discussed the second life 'Superman Returns' continues to gain, why he chose to portray another superhero, and his hopes for further ventures in the red trunks.
Every Little Thing - Sally Aitken is as free as a bird
EVERY LITTLE THINGSally Aitken is as free as a bird
'Every Little Thing' will have its Australian premiere at the Sydney Film Festival, with director Sally Aitken in attendance - but before she enters the prestigious State Theatre, she spoke to Connor about the benefit of being an outsider to the world of hummingbirds, the rigours of observational filmmaking, and how Bob Marley played a hand in the film's title.
Monica - Patricia Clarkson's pride and fundraising for 'Monica'
MONICAPatricia Clarkson's pride and fundraising for 'Monica'
Patricia Clarkson is immensely proud of the mark 'Monica' has made for its casting of a trans actor in the lead role. Connor spoke to her about her bond with Trace Lysette, awards campaigning, and the film staying with her long after shooting wrapped.
Monica - Andrea Pallaoro’s Eight Years with 'Monica'
MONICAAndrea Pallaoro’s Eight Years with 'Monica'
The film offers a uniquely original perspective of the trans experience. Connor spoke with director and co-writer Andrea Pallaoro about finding the perfect lead, his battle for financing, and how he processed an 11-minute standing ovation at Venice.
Housekeeping for Beginners - How Goran Stolevski forged his found family
HOUSEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERSHow Goran Stolevski forged his found family
Macedonian Australian filmmaker Goran Stolevski has followed up his debut 'You Won't Be Alone' and sophomore 'Of An Age' with 'Housekeeping for Beginners'. Connor spoke with him about how a veteran Australian director inspired the plot, working with street castings, and his highlight of the Venice Film Festival.
Foe - Garth Davis Returns with love, twists, and a robot
FOEGarth Davis Returns with love, twists, and a robot
Garth Davis recently concluded an Australian Q&A tour of 'Foe' before it releases in cinemas nationwide this week. Connor had the chance to speak with him about writing the screenplay with the book's author, why the shared Irish heritage of his stars made for better chemistry, and whether there is a place for artificial intelligence in the film industry.
The Royal Hotel - Kitty Green's Outback nightmare
THE ROYAL HOTELKitty Green's Outback nightmare
Kitty Green has arrived in Australia with her sophomore fiction film 'The Royal Hotel'. Before she presented it at a few film festivals, Connor spoke with the director about exploring toxic masculinity in a uniquely Australian form.
2nd Chance - Ramin Bahrani plays it close to the vest
2ND CHANCERamin Bahrani plays it close to the vest
Connor spoke to Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Ramin Bahrani about his documentary on the complicated man who invented the bulletproof vest.
Folau - Nel Minchin tackles the tale of Israel Folau
FOLAUNel Minchin tackles the tale of Israel Folau
Connor chats with documentarian Nel Minchin about chronicling the rise and fall of former rugby superstar Israel Folau and what she hopes he can take away from it.
AFTRS 50th Anniversary Screenings - Why Frazer Bull-Clark is playing the hits
AFTRS 50TH ANNIVERSARY SCREENINGSWhy Frazer Bull-Clark is playing the hits
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, AFTRS has partnered with the National Film and Sound Archive, to present a range of films directed by their prominent alumni. Connor interviews the curator of the collection to discover what audiences should expect.
Rebel - Adil and Bilall’s revolt against radicalisation
REBELAdil and Bilall’s revolt against radicalisation
Belgian directing duo Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah chat to Connor about the depths of radicalisation, their research into ISIS, and why their governments wanted them to make 'Rebel'.
The Other Fellow - Matthew Bauer and his Bonds, James Bonds
THE OTHER FELLOWMatthew Bauer and his Bonds, James Bonds
To mark the film's Australian release, director Matthew Bauer spoke with Connor about how he found all these James Bonds, his history with the franchise, and creating a very specific community.
Mistletoe Ranch - Mercy Cornwall hits the big screen
MISTLETOE RANCHMercy Cornwall hits the big screen
Connor chats with Mercy Cornwall about landing her first lead role, the on-set chemistry with Jordi Webber, and the Christmas movie magic of using Queensland as the setting for a southern U.S. ranch.
The Moths Will Eat Them Up - Tanya Modini, Luisa Martiri, and their Oscar-contending short film
THE MOTHS WILL EAT THEM UPTanya Modini, Luisa Martiri, and their Oscar-contending short film
Connor chats to the Australian filmmakers making big waves in the industry with their new short film.
Bros - Nicholas Stoller and his groundbreaking gay rom-com
BROSNicholas Stoller and his groundbreaking gay rom-com
For years, Nicholas Stoller has been a reliable conduit for letting people be funny on the big screen. His latest project, 'Bros', is a romantic comedy about two gay men. In fact, it's the first of its kind to ever be released by a major studio. Connor spoke to him about how it came to be.
Muru - Tearepa Kahi and Tāme Iti's response to the tragedies of Tūhoe
MURUTearepa Kahi and Tāme Iti's response to the tragedies of Tūhoe
'Muru' tells the story of the 2007 New Zealand antiterrorism police raids on the Māori Ngāi Tūhoe people. Connor chats to the film's writer and director Tearepa Kahi and star Tāme Iti about bringing such a recent piece of history to the big screen.
Moonage Daydream - Brett Morgen’s ode to the legacy of David Bowie
MOONAGE DAYDREAMBrett Morgen’s ode to the legacy of David Bowie
During his recent promotional tour across Melbourne and Sydney, Brett Morgen spoke with Connor about the seven years he spent working on his Bowie project.
Sundown - The heat is on
SUNDOWNThe heat is on
The film is able to be bleak, humorous, and masterfully human with little issue. Tim Roth puts in another terrific performance, made all the more impressive by the character he had to bring to life.
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent - Nicolas Cage in the role of a lifetime
THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENTNicolas Cage in the role of a lifetime
The film is a beautiful ode to one of cinema's finest performers. After years of seeing Nicolas Cage dazzle on our screens, it’s lovely to see Hollywood pay him the recognition he deserves.
Everything Everywhere All At Once - Out of this universe
EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCEOut of this universe
It could have been a disaster in lesser hands. The fact that we are privy to a work that is inventive, frenetic, and unabashedly singular is nothing short of pure joy.
Morbius - Little to sink your teeth into
MORBIUSLittle to sink your teeth into
It isn't presented with any care - it's just a soulless effort manufactured in the hope that those who saw Spider-Man would flock to this too.
Red Rocket - Another American classic from Sean Baker
RED ROCKETAnother American classic from Sean Baker
It's an honest character study of an alarmingly shameless man brought to life by Simon Rex's magnetic performance.
Licorice Pizza - Paul Thomas Anderson's odyssey of growing pains
LICORICE PIZZAPaul Thomas Anderson's odyssey of growing pains
Paul Thomas Anderson's coming-of-age journey features both fresh-faced debutants and some Hollywood heavyweights to transport us to a world of lively characters and their madcap schemes.
Spider-Man: No Way Home - Something old, something new
SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOMESomething old, something new
It's trying to be more colourful, trying to be bigger, and trying to give its action more wallop. It doesn't always gel as nicely as it could, but the shift is welcome.
Spider-Man, ranked - Taking the ultimate spin!
SPIDER-MAN, RANKEDTaking the ultimate spin!
Connor rewatched and ranked all eight Spider-Man films as old and new prepare to come together.
The Card Counter - Not quite a jackpot
THE CARD COUNTERNot quite a jackpot
Few films can manage to make me alternate between feeling numb and awestruck. Everything is present for something dynamic, but we're only granted glimpses of that potential.
Halloween - Reliving the night he came home
HALLOWEENReliving the night he came home
Over 40 years on, the film still feels like a force of nature, eliciting something both subtle and primal. It gets in your bones, and it's rightfully a touchstone of horror.
Joe Bell - Mark Wahlberg's well-meaning but flawed crusade
JOE BELLMark Wahlberg's well-meaning but flawed crusade
In the pantheon of 21st century LGBTQIA+ cinema, this film can't hold a candle to an array of more thoughtful pieces. The crusade to tell Joe Bell's story must go down as a missed opportunity.
Pig - Another dazzling turn from Nicolas Cage
PIGAnother dazzling turn from Nicolas Cage
It explores our dreams, our pain, and our disparity when what we love is jeopardised. But the most rewarding aspect is seeing the tour de force on display from Nicolas Cage.
He's All That - A nightmarish makeover
HE'S ALL THATA nightmarish makeover
It's the Addison Rae movie pandering to the TikTok demographic, and little else. No one strived to make the film anything more than that.
Dear Comrades! - Motherhood versus the motherland
DEAR COMRADES!Motherhood versus the motherland
An effective and unforgiving look at a sickening moment in human history, though its messages remain timely, as seen through the eyes of a woman torn between motherhood and the motherland.
Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two - New villains, same problems
BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, PART TWONew villains, same problems
It doesn't match the animated versions of titles like 'Year One' or 'The Dark Knight Returns'; it's firmly in the middle. It's fine - no more, no less.
Till Death - Irreconcilable differences
TILL DEATHIrreconcilable differences
S.K. Dale delivers an edge-of-your-seat thriller with a killer turn from Megan Fox at its centre. Irreconcilable differences have never been so good.
Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One - Holiday blues
BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, PART ONEHoliday blues
As an adaptation, it doesn't transcend its beloved material. Its intentions are valiant, but it isn't a film that will stand apart from a very extensive pack.
The Killing of Two Lovers - Heartbreak warfare
THE KILLING OF TWO LOVERSHeartbreak warfare
A richly told and deeply vulnerable film. A transfixing tale of love's ability to consume you, the dark things it can make you say and the even darker things it can make you consider.
Superman Returns - Truth, justice, and a complicated legacy
SUPERMAN RETURNSTruth, justice, and a complicated legacy
It may be imperfect, but it draws you in all the same. It's a superhero film with a soul, and to see an intellectual property as sacred as Superman be this human is intoxicating.
My Zoe - Can't handle the splice
MY ZOECan't handle the splice
'My Zoe' can't escape how confused it is when looking beyond. For all the moral questions it asks of what could happen in the future, it is almost without a pulse when removed from the present.
Breaking News in Yuba County - A very slow news day
BREAKING NEWS IN YUBA COUNTYA very slow news day
A toothless farce with little comprehension for the rules of its game. Like most Tate Taylor films of late, it's a film that bears an unhealthy resemblance to its antecedents but very little of their verve.
 
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