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TIFF 2019: HOPE GAP
TIFF 2019: HOPE GAP

Prolific British writer-director William Nicholson’s  Hope Gap is a charming, yet altogether bleak portrayal of a…

DOWNTON ABBEY: A Film Solely For The Fans
DOWNTON ABBEY: A Film Solely For The Fans

Overall, Downton Abbey’s worth as a film depends on your feelings towards the original show.

THE LAST TREE: A Striking Coming of Age Story
THE LAST TREE: A Striking Coming Of Age Story

The Last Tree isn’t perfect, but it’s an honest and insightful coming of age story that deserves to find an audience.

A SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE: FARMAGEDDON: A Disappointing Aardman Adventure
A SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE: FARMAGEDDON: A Disappointing Aardman Adventure

A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon feels messily reverse engineered, a lazy Spielberg riff forcibly created just to fit the punning title.

H IS FOR HARRY: In Search of A Ladder
H IS FOR HARRY: In Search of A Ladder

The inspirational story of a teacher reaching his or her students to help them succeed…

LIAM: AS IT WAS: Middle of the Road Doc that Never Quite Sparks Into Life
LIAM GALLAGHER: AS IT WAS: Middle Of The Road Doc That Never Quite Sparks Into Life

Much like Gallagher himself these days, Liam: As it Was is a tided up version of the rock-and-roll star’s story.

THE BROMLEY BOYS: An All-Too-Familiar Feel-Good Story
THE BROMLEY BOYS: An All-Too-Familiar Feel-Good Story

While it just never rises above mere pleasantness to be truly compelling, The Bromley Boys is entirely pleasant to watch.

UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization
UNMASKING JIHADI JOHN: Botched Exploration Of Radicalization

Although an interesting snapshot of a mysterious figure, Unmasking Jihadi John lacks enough insight into either Emwazi or ISIS to make it a comprehensive guide on either topic.

Stephen Frears & The Simplicity Of A VERY ENGLISH SCANDAL

Stephen Frears’ LGBT miniseries A Very English Scandal showcases his abilities as a director but also his recurring flaws.

Melbourne International Film Festival 2019: HAPPY NEW YEAR, COLIN BURSTEAD
Melbourne International Film Festival 2019: HAPPY NEW YEAR, COLIN BURSTEAD

With Happy New Year, Colin Burstead, Ben Wheatley has crafted a very funny, very real family drama that shows a simple universal truth: all families are weird.

BLINDED BY THE LIGHT: A Love Letter to Bruce Springsteen and the Power of Music
BLINDED BY THE LIGHT: A Love Letter To Bruce Springsteen & The Power Of Music

Blinded by the Light is a fabulous ode to the power of music, and how our favourite artists come to define our lives.

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: THE MOVIE - ROTTEN ROMANS: Blackadder-lite Kids Comedy Just About Justifies Its Big Screen Running Time
HORRIBLE HISTORIES: THE MOVIE – ROTTEN ROMANS: Blackadder-lite Kids Comedy Just About Justifies Its Big Screen Running Time

Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans delivers decent gags and a solid history wrapped up in a lightweight but semi-satisfying story.

UNDERCOVER IN THE ALT-RIGHT: A Harrowing Insight Into The Run Up To Charlottesville
UNDERCOVER IN THE ALT-RIGHT: A Harrowing Insight Into The Run Up To Charlottesville

Vital and essential viewing, Undercover In The Alt-Right has the potential to lead people more actively onto the side of peace, acceptance, and compassion.

ARE YOU PROUD?: A Queer Primary Education
ARE YOU PROUD?: A Queer Primary Education

Ashley Joiner’s documentary Are You Proud is a gateway into the history of LGBTQ+ rights, rather than a comprehensive study, which is understandable due to the format.

PAVAROTTI: A Profound Exploration of a Delightful Icon
PAVAROTTI: A Profound Exploration Of A Delightful Icon

Pavarotti is at times hard to watch, but ever so entertaining and explosive exploring one of the most captivating and astonishing artists of the 20th century.