2018

EARLY MAN: Aardman Animation's Worst Effort To Date
EARLY MAN: Aardman Animation’s Worst Effort To Date

For a studio whose storytelling style and command of visuals is so wonderfully inventive, in Early Man they’ve opted for the laziest, most obvious narrative trajectory imaginable, without even a winning sense of humour to back that up.

AMERICAN FOLK: A Good-Hearted Road Trip With A Great Soundtrack

David Heinz’s excellent debut American Folk is an ardent plea for togetherness in a divided world. Aided by his leading actors, talented cinematographer, and ear-worm of a soundtrack, this journey is a privilege to share.

PROUD MARY: Bow Down Before Queen Taraji
PROUD MARY: Bow Down Before Queen Taraji

Proud Mary would be nothing special if it did not star Taraji P. Henson. But it does, and as a result it stands out like a beam of sunshine piercing the dull grey murk that is January at the movies.

Is STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI's Fan Backlash A Problem Of Disney's Own Making?
Is STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI’s Fan Backlash A Problem Of Disney’s Own Making?

With unflinching backlash and polarizing reviews between fans and critics, Star Wars: The Last Jedi has found little favor among the masses – but was this the fault of the storyteller or the company behind the film who always plays it safe.

SWINGING SAFARI: Australia's First 2018 Movie Misfire
SWINGING SAFARI: Australia’s First 2018 Movie Misfire

Only two weeks into 2018, Swinging Safari is Australia’s worst film of the year thus far with its muddled need to elevate the material.

ALMOST PARIS: A Story of Redemption We’ve Seen Before
ALMOST PARIS: A Story of Redemption We’ve Seen Before

Despite an admittedly heartwarming message about not putting a price tag on ways to make others happy, there is very little to take away from Almost Paris. You’ve seen this one before, albeit better.

DESOLATION: Combining Hollywood & Horror With Surprising Results
DESOLATION: Combining Hollywood & Horror With Surprising Results

Desolation is a unique take on a traditional horror movie, bending genre conventions in to a unique (and thoroughly contemporary) nightmare.

INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY: Still Going Good
INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY: Still Going Good

The Insidious franchise has quietly grown to be one of the most impressive and contemporary horror- and Insidious: The Last Key is another solid entry, despite the January release date.