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Five feel-good shows to watch during the latest lockdown
Forget crime and superheroes. These four TV shows plus one feature film focus on laughter, strong characters and the meaning…

Paramount+ launches in Australia - Here's what you need to know
Yet another streamer wants your dollars. What does Paramount+ cost? What goodies does it have, and who owns it?

Upskill at home and explore new fields with online short courses
Whether you’re looking for employment opportunities or wanting a taste of new creative pursuits, AFTRS online short courses open doors…

'You and Me, Before and After' selected for Toronto International Film Festival
The Australian short film by Madeleine Gottlieb will screen at TIFF next month. It's also available free on MIFF Play…

MIFF: The six films to watch, according to programmer Kate Jinx
These picks from the 2021 Melbourne International Film Festival are worth your time, and more importantly, there are tickets available.…

First Look at Ivan Sen's 'Loveland'
The trailer for the romantic sci-fi from Indigenous auteur Ivan Sen looks moody and ambitious. It won't escape Blade Runner…

Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) rejigged for restrictions - Here's what you need to know
Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) has pushed its screenings back to 12 August, with extended online options and fresh additions…

News in Brief - 'Two Hands' TV series in the works and Natalie Portman feature to film in Sydney
This week, Natalie Portman comes to Sydney at a tricky time, Cinefest Oz unveils finalists and full program, and we…

WA's CinefestOz announces full program, Nadia Tass heads Jury
The full 2021 program for CinefestOZ has just been announced, with 17 world premieres and four Australian premieres.

'Two Hands' TV series among Screen Australia's 28 recipients of Story Development Funding
Gregor Jordan's crime comedy goes to series, a live action family film from Ludo, and a gay romance anthology are…