Australia
Politicians missing in action on local screen activity
We compare the statements by the NSW Liberal Party, the ALP and the Greens to discover a remarkable lack of…
Film Review: Sauvage, MQFF
Director Vidal-Naquet's Sauvage is a strong disturbing and uncompromising showcase for its star Félix Maritaud.
Small Screen Highlights: Stolen Children, Comic Grief and self-improving podcasts
The Cult of the Family, Ricky Gervais' After Life and Esther Perel's Where Should We Begin? are among our picks…
TV Review: The Cult (and culture) of The Family
Expanding on Rosie Jones' 2016 documentary, this 3-part ABC series digs deep into the nature of evil and how society…
Disney now controls 40% of world box office, wants to squeeze exhibitors
In one historic deal, the cheerful mouse of Disney now looks like a really fat rat. But rats are great…
Film Review: Destroyer is an impressive showcase for Kidman and Kusama
An unsparing and unflinching portrait of a damaged crusader.
Film Review: The Lego Movie 2
This sequel retains the mile-a-minute comedy, action and first class animation of the first. So why the muted fanfare around…
Serial, soap or slice of life drama? Sally Riley's hopes for The Heights
The ABC's Head of Scripted talks about the challenges of scheduling a new 30-part drama. Call it soap if you…
Box Office 18 March 2019: Hotel Mumbai debuts in terror timing
Hotel Mumbai makes a medium splash for a small picture, as Captain Marvel dips but continues to dominate.
Minister Don Harwin outlines his arts election promises
Minister Harwin outlines his party's wins for the arts during their time in government, and presents his plan for the…