Tag Archive for: movie review

‘Aladdin’ Remake Throws a ‘Fresh Prince’ Twist on the ’90s Classic

By: Laura Bennett

Disney’s sure getting good at live-action remakes – or at the very least, prolific! It’s fast becoming their latest formula, with reimagined childhood classics like Beauty and the Beast, Dumbo, Mary Poppins Returns – and now, Aladdin. Read more

“Poms” a Warm-Hearted Comedy [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

Culturally, we seem to be pretty set on the idea that ageing and restriction go hand in hand. But, if living in a retirement community is anything like it’s portrayed in Poms, you’ll want to rid yourself of your younger years real quick.
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Breakthrough: Miracle on Ice?

By: Rusty Wright

Ever meet someone who died…and lived to tell about it? Breakthrough tells a startling, back-from-the-brink recovery story that’s sure to leave you scratching your head, even if you don’t share the grateful mother’s faith-miracle conclusions. Read more

Captain Marvel – Should She Really Be Our Leader? [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

With internet trolls hating on Captain Marvel and an article questioning whether women should be heroes over men, the 21st flick in the Marvel Universe is really ruffling some feathers. Read more

Hotel Mumbai – Harrowing But Powerful Insight into Human Spirit [Film Review]

Above: Dev Patel stars in Hotel Mumbai

By: Laura Bennett

Uplifting yet not for the faint-hearted, the new film Hotel Mumbai takes us back to the harrowing terrorist attacks in 2008 on India’s economic capital. Read more

‘What Men Want’ – This Movie’s Really Not What Women Need! [Review]

By: Laura Bennett

Think back to the year 2000. We were freaking out about Y2K, the fashion of the new millennium, and Mel Gibson’s decision to wear stockings in What Women Want. Read more

‘On the Basis Of Sex’ – Women’s Rights That Build Up Instead of Tearing Down

By: Laura Bennett

Stories of sexual discrimination need to be heard, but after all the heat lately around the topic, you’d be forgiven for being weary of the conversation. Read more

Hugh Jackman in “The Front Runner” – Does a Politician’s Private Life Matter? [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

Most of us enjoy the luxury of our private lives remaining private—unless we share it all on Facebook. Read more

“Green Book” Will Make You Want to Be a Better Person

Above: Tony Lip and Dr Don Shirley in Green Book. Source: greenbookmovie.com

By: Rachel Murphy

Why is it that the most unlikely friendships are always the most moving? I think it’s the acceptance and the growth you see in the people. Green Book is based on the true story of a most unlikely friendship. Read more

New Film ‘DAD’, Featuring Dads of Autistic Kids, Gives Hope and Encouragement

Above: Some of the men featuring in the film ‘DAD’. Top row, L-R: Ian Rogerson, Lai Huynh, Mat Rogers and Michael Whelan; Bottom row, L-R: Monir Elhage, Nick Orsatti, Raj Shashi and Richard Peake.

By: Clare Bruce

Parents of children with autism will nod, smile, laugh, shed a tear – and gain great insight and encouragement – from a moving new short documentary film called DAD. Read more