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There are lots of laughs, and though there's not much new, the chemistry between the characters is wonderful. Crass, funny and violent, what are movies for if not to escape reality and enjoy yourself.
This tale tells a story about a clash of cultures and how most of it led to violent ends, but the message is worth revisiting. At its heart lies the tension of justice and racial struggles.
A good tear-jerker based on a true story. It proves Australia is capable of making strong movies showcasing great talent in front of and behind the camera.
There's little here for fans not to enjoy, and although it's certainly not going to blow the mind of any newcomers, it's a fun introduction to the world's greatest gentleman thief, Lupin.
It's an absolute mess, but also a small miracle that it's as entertaining as it is. Roseanne Liang rises to the challenge of her one-location war movie, making the film feel downright claustrophobic.
An uncomfortable watch, but in the best way possible. It is a game-changer in every sense of the word; an A+ thriller that doesn't shy away from talking about real issues that need to be confronted.
It goes beyond its often-tired narrative beats to deliver a moving story about love, loss and belonging, while managing to take its devastating subject matter and presenting it in a mostly jaunty way.
Despite efforts to wrap this film in a friendship bow to balance out the toxic BS, it doesn't succeed. It tries too hard to be funny, whimsical and cool, and it fails at every turn.
This isn't fun. It's too loud, too hard to follow, too bonkers to be appealing, and not anywhere near bonkers enough to be good for a laugh. It yells aggressively at you for an hour and a half.
Though barely an hour and a half long, it somehow dares to ask enormous questions about love and longing and desire that very few queer films on the relationships of gay men have asked before.
It falls into the traps that too many biopics suffer, but with a great ensemble cast, there is space for this film to exist and prosper. These real-life heroic women deserve your attention.
It isn't as easy as saying this is a good or bad movie. The pieces are there, but it does come across as a bit of a mess, even though the action sequences are breathtaking.
With cinemas starving for content, this is your best bet. It's the perfect holiday escape for the whole family, with big laugh-out-loud moments and epic fight sequences.
Ben Falcone and Melissa McCarthy are two people whose partnership should be hitting home runs. They know each other's strengths and weaknesses to such an intimate level. So why doesn't it work?
It leans on teen romance tropes to make schizophrenia a digestible topic, thanks to its fantastic cast and engaging narrative. It's a great jumping-off point to launch a conversation.
The film lacks any of the horror elements present in both the book and the 90s film. It's way too colourful and CGI-filled to create any kind of fear for children.
Sit down, let the screen light up and enjoy the distraction. This is an amazing collection of actors having a bit of fun with a script that's something a little different.
A fun show that you can't help but be sucked into with its glitz and glam. There are a lot of fun musical numbers to keep you invested by inspiring positivity with catchy tunes.
A celebration of everything that makes us human, and the dream that is what America could be. It's one of the best films of the year, and one of the greatest concert films ever made.
A fever dream, delivering unsettling violence, thought-provoking creativity and remorseless direction. Its revelations about the monsters within have a lasting resonance.
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Its strong suit is the dynamo chemistry between its two leads, who breathe life into their characters. It's a film for those who have love in their hearts, or those who need a good dose of it.
I cannot recommend anyone sit through these tedious 102 minutes that feel so much longer, but if you're in the mood for a quiet film that requires virtually no brainpower, then give this one a go.
It's a portrait of a dying Americana, a chance to air-lick the salt of the earth, a Depression-era David Lynch movie, a tour through a monastery to which broken people retreat.
Exploring Danish culture while reminding us not to ignore our youthful dreams, this is a supremely charming effort by Thomas Vinterberg.
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This is such a strong movie that many people don't know the story behind it; rather, it feels like it's the film they set out to make. It's a surprise to anyone that it's as good as it is.
Resilience, bravery and self belief - a hero's journey complete through the adventures of 'Jumanji'. Alan learns to conquer his fears, something we can all stand to embrace.
There's real wisdom and honesty to the way this relationship plays out. Despite the doom and gloom, 'Save Yourselves!' packs in a lot of laughs - and even a little hopefulness
Peter Jackson's 'King Kong' still feels like cinema of the impossible. It certainly deserves to be celebrated as a grand, magnificent film that was almost a masterpiece.
It looks to explore how love can transcend all obstacles, but as it fails to really capture any of that emotion, what's left is a rather incoherent mess of an otherwise promising premise.
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You will try and guess where 'The Nest' is going - but trust me, you'll be wrong. It has plenty of surprises, but not the kind of shockers one is going in prepped for.
There's some savage inner violence going on within the main character; this is a strikingly accomplished portrait of a broken soul hauling himself back up from rock bottom.
There are no major twists along the way, but the opportunity to see these characters up close and personal is a real treat. One thing's for sure - this is a superbly confident debut from Eva Riley.
Told in a playful manner, with room for genuine emotion as well, the documentary becomes, by the end, a meditation on the human need for myths and legends.
Deeply unsettling and thematically rich, Sandra Wollner's film is, most of all, thought-provoking. If you can push past the controversy, 'The Trouble with Being Born' will haunt you.
You shouldn't feel too guilty for enjoying the aesthetics and crackerjack premise of 'Event Horizon', even if some of the effects are a bit hokey.
It may fall into the formulaic territory at times, but that's not a bad thing - the story of what happened at the 1970 Miss World competition is a powerful one that deserves to be remembered.
Rather than a burst of cinematic energy, this is a meticulous, subtle film. David Fincher asks what the point of cinema is - and in the process, may have delivered the best film of the year.
Strong acting, purposeful directing and confident screenwriting, on paper it should be a stock-standard film, but proves to be able to rise above the occasion.