Reviews
Cattle Country review: a fistful of Stardew
Giddy up, cowboy.
The Surfer review: Nic Cage craves the waves as locals rage
A surfer returns to Australia from the US after decades to restart his life – but the welcome party's not…
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.
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.
Head South review: NZ coming-of-age punk dramedy is special
A teenager in late 1970s Christchurch dreams of becoming a punk rocker under the heavy pressures of love and life.
Vincent: the Australian cult classic film you've yet to see
Vincent, shot on a micro-budget in Victoria, follows an unsettling and heartbreakingly human character on the edge.
The Studio review: Seth Rogen leads a manically funny Hollywood satire
With Schitt’s Creek’s Catherine O’Hara along for the ride, The Studio is abundantly charming.
Book review: Melbourne and the Movies, Ross Campbell
A wonderfully rich treasure trove recounting the history of the silver screen in Melbourne through the eyes of a true…
Seen film review: when bad parents go good
Seen, the new Australian documentary from the creator of 365 Grateful, is a gentle lesson for any parent who ever…
Film review: Lasting Impressions, IMAX Melbourne
Impressionist artworks explored through immersive 3D and animation, and set to music by Debussy, Ravel, Piaf and others.