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Reviews Archive

Stake Land

Although admirable for a low budget horror thriller, this is let down by inept storytelling.

Uploaded June 22, 2011 17:07

Cars 2

While it doesn’t hit the grand heights of other Pixar films, there’s still a lot of fun to be had here.

Uploaded June 22, 2011 09:37

Sleeping Beauty

Guaranteed to divide audiences, this is an intoxicating, disturbing and unforgettable piece of cinema, and announces Julia Leigh as a filmmaker to watch.

Uploaded June 20, 2011 14:59

Kung Fu Panda 2

While the animation is incredible, this also has heart and humour in spades, and proves just as engaging as its predecessor.

Uploaded June 20, 2011 14:54

All Tomorrow's Parties

While it may skimp on a unifying narrative, this brilliantly and irresistibly captures the atmosphere of this lauded music festival.

Uploaded June 20, 2011 14:47

The Last Circus

While it’s packed with plenty of visceral and visual kicks, many of its themes may not translate to audiences beyond the borders of Spain.

Uploaded June 20, 2011 14:44

A Handful Of Dust

"...watchable, though unexceptional..."

Uploaded June 16, 2011 15:03

Run For The Sun

“…simply isn’t as much fun as it should have been.”

Uploaded June 16, 2011 14:58

Bridesmaids

While packed with hilarity, the laughs are always grounded in Kristen Wiig’s heartfelt and utterly relatable performance.

Uploaded June 14, 2011 15:11

Blame

Aided by an excellent cast and terrific premise, this had the potential to be an engaging nail-biter but unfortunately ends up predictable and contrived.

Uploaded June 14, 2011 15:05

Little White Lies

While it’s propped up by the uniformly terrific cast, this feels self-indulgent and unbelievable.

Uploaded June 14, 2011 14:53

How Do You Know

“...enough positives to gloss over the flaws.”

Uploaded June 13, 2011 13:53

Super 8

While it wears its cinematic influences on its sleeves, this is a true original, creating a world that feels utterly real, exciting and wonderfully nostalgic.

Uploaded June 08, 2011 10:44

Oranges And Sunshine

Shedding light on an unknown piece of our history, this incredible true story is compellingly and compassionately told but never unduly sentimental.

Uploaded June 06, 2011 11:14

From Time To Time

While it has a fascinating premise, this feels uninspired, and fails to differentiate itself from the slew of other fantasy flicks on offer.

Uploaded June 01, 2011 16:10

X-Men Origins: First Class

Gripping, intelligent, richly characterised and superbly performed, the latest entry into the comic book cinematic landscape is nothing short of utterly brilliant.

Uploaded May 31, 2011 09:54

Cane Toads: The Conquest 3D

Entertaining, eye-opening and irreverent, this doco’s true genius lies in its ability to capture the humour of real Aussies affected by the cane toad.

Uploaded May 30, 2011 14:24

Here I Am

While the first half is a little uneven and the dialogue is occasionally clunky, the lead performances are strong and this ends up life-affirming stuff.

Uploaded May 30, 2011 14:16

Julia's Eyes

Driven by terrific performances and clever direction, this eschews modern gore in favour of traditional horror chills, and it pays off.

Uploaded May 30, 2011 14:12

The Hangover Part II

While it doesn’t equal the comic genius of its predecessor, this terrifically charactersied and hilariously filthy sequel is definitely one to savour.

Uploaded May 25, 2011 10:24