Reviews

The Cheap Seats review: Australia's consistently funniest TV show
In a nation awash with comedy clip shows, The Cheap Seats stands a noticeable distance above the rest.

Dale Frank – Nobody’s Sweetie review: portrait of a reclusive artist
Jenny Hicks' documentary on Dale Frank considers the charm and chagrin of the Australian contemporary artist.

Gruen Nation, ABC review: smug, backslapping, boring
The Gruen brand is growing weak as it sucks toothlessly at the arm of Australian politics.

The Inspired Unemployed: The List review – taking the show on the road
Matt 'Falcon' Ford and Jack Steele head overseas in search of laughs in The Inspired Unemployed: The List.

Andor Season 2 review: an artful masterclass in fighting the power
Political intrigue and epic rebel heroism abound in Andor Season 2, the thrilling conclusion to the Disney+ and Lucasfilm series.

Dr. Strangelove, National Theatre Live review: a genuine blast
Dr. Strangelove on stage blends humour and politics expertly as Steve Coogan juggles multiple roles with comedic flair.

Claire Hooper’s House of Games review: can this charming half hour win over ABC audiences?
Catch Claire Hooper’s House of Games on ABC, where celebrities tackle quirky games in a charming, low-stakes quiz show.

Comedy review: Stephen Hall, For the Term of His Natural Lies, DoubleTree by Hilton, MICF 2025
Part-film, part-voiceover and completely silly, Stephen Hall delivers a comedy festival show like no other.

The Rehearsal Season 2: Nathan Fielder is somewhat sincere
In The Rehearsal Season 2, Nathan Fielder is back to save lives, make good comedy, or both ...

Sinners review: a barn burnin', foot stompin', neck chompin' good time
Sinners, a bombastic genre flick from Black Panther director Ryan Coogler, is out now and deserves the largest screen available.