Movies

Country rootsBehind the scenes with Kojonup filmmaker Bec Bignell

With the inaugural CinefestOZ Albany film festival just one week away, country creative Bec Bignell has opened up about her upcoming series Homespun set to make its world premiere in Albany.

Kellie Balaam

In tuneAndra Day holds her tune

Singer-songwriter and rookie actor Andra Day really enjoyed the idea of becoming another person on film, and earned herself an Oscar nomination along the way, playing Billie Holiday

Michele Manelis

Mortal KombatLive-action take on video game

Mortal Kombat gets a stylish makeover to satisfy serious gamers & film fans alike.

Ben O'Shea

Exclusive‘Pig’s a---’: How Josh Lawson took swearing to next level

Aussie actor Josh Lawson reveals what the Hollywood studio bosses thought of his swearing in the Adelaide-filmed Mortal Kombat.

James Wigney

VideoMortal Kombat premiere: SA’s biggest movie launch

It’s been almost two years since SA invited the crew of Mortal Kombat to get over here to make their movie. Now it’s finally here in a black carpet premiere.

Anna Vlach

Film reviewSix Minutes to Midnight

A middle of the road British war drama, with appeal to those who have an appreciation for that sort of thing.

Ben O'Shea

Road tripSupernova explores dementia diagnosis

Colin Firth admits that getting to work alongside his great pal Stanley Tucci was a major drawcard when it came to filming Supernova.

Michele Manelis

Super flicksSuperhero movies that require little commitment

Here are 10 great superhero movies that don’t fit into an expanded universe and don’t need anything more from you than a little time and a desire to be entertained.

Duncan Lay

NSW NewsBryan Brown’s film pitch the PM couldn’t resist

Actor Bryan Brown has helped secure the future of Australian big screen movies after making a pitch at Parliament House that the Prime Minister couldn’t refuse.

Linda Silmalis

Film ReviewStanley Tucci and Colin Firth star in poignant tale

Stanely Tucci and Colin Firth star in a stirring tale of two lovers coming to terms with a heartbreaking early onset dementia diagnosis.

Ben O'Shea

Film ReviewOscar nominee packs a punch

The role of journalists in keeping governments honest is highlighted in this engrossing documentary about corruption in the Romanian heath system.

Ben O'Shea

Finding BlissSalma Hayek enjoys a later-life career resurgence

Passionate actor and director Salma Hayek is revelling in marriage, motherhood and her extraordinary later-life career resurgence

Michele Manelis

Inspirational taleReal-life Disney tale offers hope

In the same way the true story of American gridiron player Michael Oher inspired the 2009 drama, The Blind Side, the tale of Ray McElrathbey has now been turned into Disney Plus family flick, Safety.

Ben O'Shea

PicturesKaley Cuoco and Nicole Kidman’s sexy gowns stun at SAGs

There was no red carpet but that didn’t stop Nicole Kidman and Kaley Cuoco from turning heads at the SAG Awards.

Cameron Adams, Nadia Salemme and Tiffany Bakker

Film ReviewThe would-be Oscar contender

The Father stars two Oscar winners, but will this brilliant film shine through in a crowded field of excellence?

Ben O'Shea

Film reviewNobody said it was a bad thing

If you squint hard enough, you’d be convinced you were watching the first John Wick movie. This is not a criticism, it’s a compliment, because Nobody is basically the second-best John Wick movie.

Ben O'Shea

Full ListRare case where an M-rating could be a bit harsh

Not sure what movies to go to over the school holidays? Film critic Leigh Paatsch explains which films will suit your family.

Leigh Paatsch

Better be backHome invasion inspired Bob Odenkirk

If Bob Odenkirk had told his 25-year-old self that he would be making a full-tilt, no-holds-barred action film when he was 58 years old, he’s pretty sure how the younger version would have replied.

James Wigney

Oscars hopefulAnthony Hopkins loses mind

In any other year, the Oscar buzz surrounding The Father would be deafening but, thus far at least, there has been barely a murmur for French director Florian Zeller’s film.

Ben O'Shea

SocialsMonstrous premiere for Godzilla vs Kong

Movie goers are finally being treated to blockbuster quality action sequences after a slate of movies were postponed due to COVID-19.

Film reviewPeter Rabbit 2

This sequel to the 2018 adaptation of Beatrix Potter’s beloved kids’ book series has plenty of thrills and spills alongside a deeper message.

Ben O'Shea

Spy gamesAccidental Spy

Benedict Cumberbatch switches from sleuthing to spy craft in his new movie, The Courier.

Ben O'Shea

Industry issuesGuy Pearce speaks for Aussie creatives

Guy Pearce is happy that Hollywood has temporarily moved to Australia but wants to ensure the focus on big-budget international productions won’t cannibalise the local industry.

David Meddows