Beastie Boys Story hits right emotional notes
An up-close-and-personal look at the Beastie Boys tops this weekend’s most entertainment new releases, previewed by Vicky Roach.
New Movies
Hemsworth film saved from total write-off
Chris Hemsworth’s new Netflix blockbuster was so close to being completely unwatchable. Thank god it had this redeeming factor.
Why new wedding rom-com just doesn’t match up
The new Netflix movie Love Wedding Repeat has something borrowed, all right, film reviewer Vicky Roach writes — its plot is startlingly similar to Hugh Grant’s 1994 classic Four Weddings and a Funeral. But is it worth the watch?
Double-edged sword in new Netflix movie
On the one hand, it’s an emotional story about love and loss, on the other, streaming isn’t the ideal platform for this movie.
Deeply personal story behind new Netflix movie
A new Netflix movie is dropping in time for the weekend, and it has a very personal history behind it.
‘Most controversial movie’ will be out tomorrow
Raging controversy saw its release scuttled last year and the coronavirus derailed its cinema debut. From tomorrow, you can watch it at home.
‘Disturbing’ movie will absolutely terrify
Horror fans have gotten a little more than they bargained for with Netflix’s latest offering, with many left shaken to their core.
Delayed movie going direct to digital platforms
A satirical British comedy about the excessive lifestyle of a fashion mogul will no longer be released in cinemas in the wake of coronavirus shutdowns.
Magic and charm in new Pixar movie
You probably missed it at the cinemas – it was only out for two days before theatres closed – but now is your shot.
New movies fast-tracked for streaming
Stuck indoors? Worry not, as two more recent in-cinema movies are now available to watch at home after being fast-tracked for digital platforms.
Disney to release new movie on streaming
Disney will release a new Pixar movie to its streaming platform after cinemas were ordered shut due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Truth about Pitt’s shirtless scene
He may have been under the direction of Quentin Tarantino for Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, but when it comes to his shirtless scenes Brad Pitt reportedly took control.
Family tragedy behind Disney movie
The director of Pixar’s new movie turned his family history into a moving story about two brothers on a quest.
Two new movies you can watch this weekend
Disney’s suburban fairytale Onward is one of two new releases movie fans can still catch in select cinemas this weekend
Movie released three years after premiere
Benedict Cumberbatch’s new movie was supposed to come out in 2017 but was left in limbo after behind-the-scenes dramas.
In-cinema movies to be released at home
With cinemas shuttering across the world and audiences staying home, film studios have been forced into an unprecedented move.
‘No one was asking for this movie’
It’s easy to tag this reboot as a cynical nostalgia play, and even its director admits no one was asking for it. But its poignancy may surprise you.
Powerful new movie will bowl you over
A crime thriller and romantic epic in one, Queen & Slim is a charged and sensual story.
‘It’s the movie equivalent of soup’
Not every movie has to be bleak and nihilistic. Sometimes you can indulge in something familiar and feel-good.
Marvel star’s Australian obsession
The star of Get Out and Black Panther wants to bring his mother to Melbourne so they can explore the stomping ground of his favourite Neighbours.
New Crocodile Dundee trailer drops
19 years after Crocodile Dundee’s last big screen outing, Paul Hogan is back with The Very Excellent Mr Dundee.
We deserve more than anaemic Netflix film
Netflix has branded its Mark Wahlberg offering a comedy-thriller. It’s neither very funny nor very thrilling.
Movies could take $7 billion virus hit
With people hunkering down at home with their stock of toilet paper, the global movie industry is looking at a multi-billion dollar bath.
Ben Affleck confronts his personal demons
Ben Affleck’s struggles with addiction has made headlines for years. Now he’s forced to confront them on screen.
More terrifying than any horror movie
There are no jump scares or monsters running at you with their claws. But this drama is much, much more alarming than a bogeyman.
Shallow American remake misses the point
Some things are really better left alone, because if you’re going to remake something, you better make sure you’re going to nail it. This doesn’t.
Americans nuts for Aussie horror movie
It cost a tiny fraction to make compared to its big-budget monster movie predecessor, and it’s cleaning up massively at the box office in the US.
‘I want to make people scream and squirm’
That gut-churning feeling followed by a terrified scream? The director of The Invisible Man can’t get enough of those reactions.
What star learnt from her iconic character
For many people around the world, Phryne Fisher is a lifeline and inspiration. And that includes the star who plays her.
Troubled star’s pain: ‘People didn’t know’
Shia LaBeouf was riding high on a wave of success when he started getting into drunken altercations. But he was hiding an enormous pain.
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