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Black Gold
Following Tadesse Meskela, the manager of a major coffee co-op in Ethiopia, Black Gold...
Uploaded September 28, 2009 14:34
Ben X
This little film from Belgium is something of a first, as it brings the...
Uploaded September 28, 2009 14:09
3 Acts Of Murder
Should art be held accountable if it inspires someone's violent acts? Questions of artistic...
Uploaded September 28, 2009 14:03
Gomorrah
Gun shots ring out through a tanning salon. Walls of electric-blue UV bulbs are...
Uploaded September 28, 2009 13:51
Shorts
The frantic pace and sense of humour should entertain every kid that sees this film, with a nice added moral lesson for kids and adults alike.
Uploaded September 27, 2009 15:23
G-Force
Despite an impressive voice and live cast, G-Force fails to offer any heart in this told-by-numbers tale.
Uploaded September 27, 2009 15:10
Surrogates
A highly unoriginal take on the robot sci-fi genre which, despite big name stars and director, should have gone straight to DVD.
Uploaded September 25, 2009 11:23
Fame
Unfortunately the re-boot of this popular film and television series relies on predictable and shallow plot lines amid dance sequences.
Uploaded September 24, 2009 16:31
Looking For Eric
A far more upbeat film from usually gritty director Ken Loach, which uses soccer star Eric Cantona in effectively comedic ways.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 16:03
Paper Heart
The sweet sincerity that Yi portrays makes her an ideal documentary host and subject in this touching, low budget documentary.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 15:59
Stone Bros.
A genuinely funny road movie that sees two fine actors dealing with personal and global issues in a fresh and emotionally engaging way.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 15:54
Seraphine
A moving, distinctly French tale, this sumptuous production is made complete with a brilliant performance by leading lady Yolande Moreau.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 15:51
Van Diemen's Land
An unfortunately slow tale that fails to engage its audience with the main characters despite spectacular production values and beautifully shot landscape.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 15:41
Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed
Despite the compelling narrator, this one-sided, badly made documentary fails to convince and ultimately insults with its postulations.
Uploaded September 22, 2009 15:39
500 Days Of Summer
A true re-invention of the romantic comedy genre for a male skewed audience, complete with realistic lead characters and hilarious insight.
Uploaded September 15, 2009 18:25
Valentino: The Last Emperor
Mostly compelling documentary, though there are aspects to the fashion legend’s story that are unfortunately neglected.
Uploaded September 15, 2009 18:23
$9.99
Not for all tastes due to its arthouse nature, this animation transcends into beautiful magical realism with a spectacular Australian voice cast.
Uploaded September 15, 2009 18:20
Up
An absolutely rollicking adventure, Up combines incredible animation with funny, old fashioned storytelling.
Uploaded September 14, 2009 15:34
1000 Euro Generation
Apparently there is a worldwide phenomenon of mid twenties to mid thirty-somethings, starting their...
Uploaded September 11, 2009 16:51
Funny People
Comedy king Judd Apatow delivers another hit with this hilarious personal story that also deals with the big issues in a touching way.
Uploaded September 08, 2009 15:34