Features

MIFF 2023: Opening Night and Music on Film Gala films announced
A world-premiere documentary about Michael Gudinski and the much-anticipated feature Shayda lead the charge at this year's festival.

What’s new to streaming this week on Netflix, Stan, Binge, Paramount+, Apple TV+ and more
From Prehistoric Planet to The Clearing, these are the best new shows and films streaming in Australia this week.

Tears of the Kingdom: All the film & TV references we spotted
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom features lovingly detailed worldbuilding that pays homage to some well-known films and…

What’s new to streaming this week on Netflix, Stan, Binge, Prime, Apple TV+ and more
Your weekly lowdown on what to watch and where to stream it.

Sydney Film Festival at 70: full 2023 program revealed
The Sydney Film Festival has just unveiled its 2023 program of feature films, shorts and documentaries – and we've picked…

Reality TV for authors? Sounds about write
If Australia came up with a reality TV series based on writers, what would it consist of?

What’s new to streaming this week on Netflix, Stan, Disney+, Prime, Apple TV+ and more
Hmm, what to watch this week? There's The Great, The Muppets, The Bone Woman, and so much more...

‘Let’s pretend this is a film’ – when screen techniques tread the boards
There’s a long and storied tradition of film technology appearing on our stages, but to what end?

Mark Coles Smith: 'I came away from Mystery Road a reassembled person'
The multi-talented Mark Coles Smith discusses his experiences as a First Nations actor, producer, storyteller ... and sound designer.

Human Rights Arts & Film Festival: Chair highlights
The return of the festival to Melbourne this week offers film, art, conversation, food and performance.