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Pure Scum review: freewheeling Aus crime caper plays like a teen's worst nightmare

The gritty, chaotic whirlwind of Pure Scum has one more encore screening next week at FFFA.

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The Wedding Banquet review: a joyous modern take on queer love

The Wedding Banquet provides new twists on the 90s classic, as complex queer love and cultural clashes unfold.

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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…

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Within the Pines review: an eerie Rear Window for audio nerds that's streaming now

Within the Pines, an Australian indie horror feature, is now streaming on Brollie.

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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.

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The Fall (2006) 4K restoration review: Tarsem Singh's stunning film finally gets the upgrade it always deserved

The Fall, now restored in glorious 4K, is a sumptuous cinematic treat for the senses.

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