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Reviews Archive (film)
Robin Hood
While the film offers flashes of excitement, its self-serious tone and dragging middle patch result in a disappointing effort
Uploaded May 11, 2010 17:43
New York, I Love You
Backed by a formidable cast of talent, the eleven stories which comprise this film are full of surprises and easily enjoyable
Uploaded May 10, 2010 13:59
Savages Crossing
While the cast is solid and the film begins with a bang, it never ends up delivering the thrills it promises
Uploaded May 10, 2010 13:52
Love, Lust & Lies
Another fascinating cultural snapshot by one of Australia’s best filmmakers
Uploaded May 10, 2010 13:47
The End Of The Line
A compelling piece of investigative journalism which not only outlines the grave problem but presents practical solutions
Uploaded May 10, 2010 13:43
Letters To Juliet
While too sentimental at times, this film is ultimately a sweet romance boosted by two appealing leads
Uploaded May 10, 2010 13:39
I Love You Too
Fresh, funny and uncontrived, this local drama deserves to be a local box office success
Uploaded May 05, 2010 12:45
Playing For Charlie
A moving and ultimately uplifting film which has equal parts style and substance
Uploaded May 05, 2010 12:35
The White Ribbon
This is an unsettling and absorbing film well worth seeing
Uploaded May 05, 2010 12:31
I, Don Giovanni
A visually beautiful and intriguing high drama which authentically captures the time period
Uploaded May 05, 2010 12:20
Soul Kitchen
While formulaic, this light-hearted film is entertaining and the rough-hewn characters are amusing
Uploaded May 05, 2010 12:17
Iron Man 2
Boosted by an impressive cast and terrific script, this sequel is an example of big budget studio filmmaking at its best
Uploaded April 28, 2010 12:23
44 Inch Chest
Driven by an impressive cast, this dark and hilarious film is absolutely unmissable
Uploaded April 28, 2010 11:19
Triangle
Despite a convoluted plot, this is a tense and interesting psychological thriller
Uploaded April 28, 2010 11:15
Blind Company
A tough but ultimately deeply moving film from one of Australia’s most talented filmmakers
Uploaded April 28, 2010 11:08
The Concert
Though the film contains too many subplots, the emotional payoff in the final act is brilliant
Uploaded April 28, 2010 11:04
Amoz Oz: The Nature Of Dreams
This made-for-TV documentary will prove riveting for some, but others may find it too much of a lecture
Uploaded April 28, 2010 10:58
The Burning Plain
While the film’s jigsaw style narrative is mildly intriguing, this grim drama falls into melodrama
Uploaded April 20, 2010 12:44
When In Rome
The two leads exhibit charisma but most of the jokes in this formulaic rom-com fall flat
Uploaded April 19, 2010 15:49
Rocksteady: The Roots Of Reggae
While this is a competently made documentary, it offers little to convert new fans to the music
Uploaded April 19, 2010 15:43