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National Theatre Live: Prima Facie is stunning on screen and stage
Jodie Comer's performance in this filmed production of the London West End play is exceptional in every way.
Where the Crawdads Sing is resoundingly bland
The whole film seems to be in an unseemly haste to zip through the novel’s stilted conversations and increasingly silly…
The Twelve review: Foxtel's jury drama without a body
Marta Dusseldorp, Sam Neill and Ngali Shaw star in this intriguing new Australian TV series, streaming now.
Catherine Martin on creating Elvis with Baz Luhrmann: 'You need a bit of conflict and tension'
With more Oscars than any other Australian, she's the queen of costume and production design – but dressing the King…
Sissy and You Won't Be Alone shake up the horror film genre
Two indie Australian horror films with a difference are among the standout films at this year's Sydney Film Festival.
Queer Sydney Film Festival picks: Lonesome, The Longest Weekend
Two Australian independent films championed by the same production company explore LGBTQIA+ Sydney stories.
ABC's Space 22 convinces on art therapy
Bringing seven strangers together in artist-led group therapy unveils encouraging results in this six-part series hosted by Natalie Bassingthwaighte.
Little Tornadoes review: Christos Tsiolkas co-writes a rewarding film
Aaron Wilson’s emotionally complex feature explores the long shadow of war in 1970s Australia.
After Yang review: a remarkable vision of humanity
American-based filmmaker Kogonada (Columbus) spins a fascinating take on an age-old obsession in this beautifully melancholic film.
The Northman review: a monumental achievement
A marvellously menacing rite of passage, The Northman is not to be missed.