The Nun hasn’t got a prayer
The Nun is the latest spin-off from The Conjuring horror universe. It leaves such a shoddy, shonky and shambolic impression compared to the earlier movies.
Leigh Paatsch
New Wayne Gardner doco crosses the line in fine style
REVIEW: Wayne is an enjoyable documentary on pioneering Australian motorcycle racing ace Wayne Gardner. Not exactly a classic of the form, but a fitting tribute to a fast (and fast-living) rider.
Renegade fashion genius who influenced an industry
IT’S a poignant and incisive look at the late British fashion designer Alexander McQueen’s life, and the never-before-seen footage is “jawdropping”, writes Leigh Paatsch.
Endearing slice of life that’s perfectly in tune
A MODEST, yet exquisitely realised story is beautifully told by Hearts Beat Loud, via a casually authentic script, two faultless lead performances and lots of quality music.
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Age of Ultron: the first and last word
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Sequel is completely unarresting
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Painful journey as history goes to hell
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Clever creepy thriller breaks the rule
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Turgid film is anything but Lively
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Stiller minds the gap in sharp satire
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