Tale of dancer drawn into dangerous world forms a masterpiece
Zola, the new film by writer-director Janicza Bravo, feels like a spiritual sequel to Harmony Korine’s controversial 2012 film Spring Breakers.
Performance depth fails to save Nitram
How do you portray on screen Australia’s worst modern-day massacre, Port Arthur, in a way that is both sensitive and truthful? How do you contend with the human realities, as well as the social and political context in which the film is made?
Worth explores the ways to value human life
Sara Colangelo’s Worth explores the legal and emotional minefield that emerged after 9/11.
Nomadland provides a dream-like window into life on the road
Whether it is due to the stockpiling of mainstream films during COVID or a consideration of the need for diversity, the nominations for this awards season include a fascinating range of contenders. Amongst them and worthy of all the accolades it has received is Chloe Zhao’s Nomadland – an extraordinary film that will stay with you long after leaving the cinema. Fern (Frances McDormand) used to live in Empire, Nevada. Her house on the edge of town faced the wilderness as if foreshadowing her future. When both town and husband are lost in quick succession Fern chases seasonal work, travelling in a small van and gradually becoming part of a community of nomads.
A life is sacrificed to bring power to the people
Fear is a strong motivator in Judas and the Black Messiah. This tense film immediately immerses its audience into the warzone of Chicago, 1969.
Finding the best version of yourself in Lady Bird
Christine McPherson (Saoirse Ronan) is seventeen and self-absorbed.
