Film Review
Evil Dead Rise: run the bloodbath
Jump scares and creepy possessions, brutally inventive violence and ridiculous amounts of blood – Evil Dead is back, baby
The Pope’s Exorcist review: God only knows
A weirdly committed turn by Russell Crowe lifts this demonic exorcism movie above some of the many it emulates.
My Old School review: this head-spinning doco is a must-see
Featuring a lip-synching performance by Scottish star Alan Cumming, My Old School asks if we can really trust our memories.
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves – the franchise quest begins
Set up a new franchise, give devotees of the game the epic they wanted, and cultivate a brand-new fandom? It's…
Pearl is a gory and glamorous masterpiece
With a killer performance and a clear vision, Ti West's prequel film Pearl is the must-see horror of the year.
We Are Still Here: as an Aboriginal person, I’m grateful this film exists
Made up of eight short and interweaving films by First Nations filmmakers, We Are Still Here shifts the dial on…
The Banshees of Inisherin: history hangs heavy in Irish Oscar hopeful
Can Colin Farrell bring home his first golden statuette in a story that spins off the aftermath of the Irish…
Empire of Light review: a dreary night out at the picture show
Sam Mendes ditches WWI trenches and James Bond for Olivia Colman by the picturesque seashore, but its beauty proves a…
Cocaine Bear will have you snorting with laughter – review
A film for those who enjoy grizzly horror and ample chortles, Cocaine Bear should see lines forming at the cinema.
Aftersun review: memories linger as all else fades
Writer-director Charlotte Wells brings a lightness of touch to just about every element of this enthralling film.