Film Review
How to Please a Woman review: sex work comedy with ups and downs
Set in Western Australia, Renee Webster's debut feature film celebrates the humanity and dignity of everyone involved.
Little Tornadoes review: Christos Tsiolkas co-writes a rewarding film
Aaron Wilson’s emotionally complex feature explores the long shadow of war in 1970s Australia.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness review: nearly magic
Director Sam Raimi leads Benedict Cumberbatch and other actors through a Marvel film with a number of marvellous moments.
The Drover's Wife review: a terrific Outback Western
Writer-director Leah Purcell casts fresh eyes on the dangers a woman alone might face in nineteenth-century colonial Australia.
Downton Abbey: A New Era review: this feels like a farewell tour
Beautiful interiors, romantic intrigue, endless rituals of dinners, parties and balls – nothing lasts forever ...
After Yang review: a remarkable vision of humanity
American-based filmmaker Kogonada (Columbus) spins a fascinating take on an age-old obsession in this beautifully melancholic film.
The Northman review: a monumental achievement
A marvellously menacing rite of passage, The Northman is not to be missed.
The Lost City review: it runs on charisma and fun
The film is at its best when it gives Sandra Bullock's Loretta – and by extension us – permission to…
Everything Everywhere All at Once review: bonkers but brilliant
If you’ve somehow snoozed on Michelle Yeoh’s career, this demented and hugely enjoyable film is a great place to start.
Morbius review: going for bust with blood lust
Short, fast-paced, focused almost entirely on its big-name lead – how does Sony's latest superhero film stack up?