Film Review

Poor Things review: a fabulous feminist odyssey
Emma Stone delivers an Oscar-worthy performance in this surrealist spin on Alasdair Gray's 1992 novel.

Past Lives portrays lost love and identity in the Korean diaspora
Lingering and beautifully told, Celine Song's debut asks questions about our first loves and what they mean.

Theater Camp review: an exceedingly jolly stage-kid romp
From inappropriate language to surprisingly sensitive queer inclusivity, get your jazz hands ready for this sweet, show-stopping turn.

Talk to Me review: an Australian horror to possess you
Adelaide directors Danny and Michael Philippou deliver a seat-jumping cult hit in the making.

Oppenheimer review: Nolan approaches the sublime
A mighty ensemble carries Nolan's epic thriller Oppenheimer through its hellfire glare and haunted grey pallor.

2001: A Space Odyssey has left an indelible mark on culture
Kubrick's film was an almost immediate critical failure but more than 50 years later, nobody would question its ultimate success.

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny review: a whip-smart success
Coming 15 years after the disappointing Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, can Indy’s latest adventure redeem the franchise? Um, yeah!

Sweet As is a must-watch Australian coming-of-age
There is an undeniable authenticity to Jub Clerc's debut film and, even in its simplicity, it is captivating.

The Little Mermaid review: Halle Bailey makes a winning splash
Sure, the waterworks are impressive but it's Bailey's presence and voice that steals the show in this Disney live-action remake.

Mafia Mamma: Toni Collette gets an offer she can't refuse
Collette, as always, lights up the screen but lots of options go unexplored in this Eat, Pray, Love meets The…