Loach’s 2010 drama is a touching portrayal of Britain and Australia’s shocking undiscussed history. Based on her novel, Empty Cradles, It narrates social worker Humphrey’s (Watson’s) discovery of the secret forced immigration of thousands of poor British children to Australia between 1945-70. Her subsequent journey to reunite now adult migrants (Weaving and Wenham) with their…
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Spectre reviewed in 100 words
Mendes’ Spectre falls short of Skyfall, however still pleases with stunning action sequences. The series has evolved with the times, featuring audacious females and a surveillance themed plot. The opening perfectly captured Bond’s style, ruthlessness and allure, with decent music by Sam Smith. The stunts were phenomenal, traversing Helicopter, Plane, and Aston Martin, while the…
100 Word Review- Catch Me if You Can
Spielberg’s witty true story narrates conman Frank Abagnale Jr’s cheeky and fraudulent journey across various professions. Dicaprio shines as resourceful teen/professional liar/desperate criminal, hunted by FBI agent Hanratty (Hanks). This relationship is the film’s focus throughout their transnational game of Cat and Mouse. Initially fuelled by contempt and frustration, their affiliation grows into a father-son…
My 6 Favourite Movie Series of All Time
With the onset of summer’s sickeningly hot weather, maybe we all just need a bit of Netflix down time. And what better way to embrace the AC than with a movie marathon? Here I countdown my favourite movie series of all time to satisfy everyone’s inner cinephile. 1. Harry Potter Born from the most successful book series…
8 Childhood Movies that taught us valuable life lessons
From the heroines to wizards, to kids just like us. These movies were there for us when we were little and now, re-watching these classics, can we identify meaningful lessons that can guide us in our adult lives. Here is a collection of some of my favourite childhood films, and what I learnt from them….
Battle of the Comedies: Brooklyn Nine-Nine vs Modern Family
Modern Family has been one of America’s favourite comedy series’ since its inception in 2009, winning multiple Emmy’s for ‘Outstanding Comedy’ and the Golden Globe for ‘Best Television Series- Comedy or Musical’. Although a loyal fan of the series, I’ve found my allegiance has begun to wane in favor for a newer, more fast paced…
Bittersweet youthful love examined in Ensemble’s adaption of classic tale
Ensemble Theatre’s adaption of the story turned film, Ladies in Lavender, provides a slow and somewhat touching story of two elderly spinster sisters who rescue a half drowned polish Violin player from the shore outside their house in pre WW2 England. Although a fine story, the plot was simple and predictable, thus what may have…
Family revenge explored in Griffin’s formidable modern Greek tragedy
This review can also be found on Griffin Theatre Company’s blog and on TheatreNow. “Two Sisters- Three! – No. Two” Griffin Independent and Stories Like These united last Wednesday in the premier of Anna Barnes’ modern Greek tragedy ‘MinusOneSister’. This haunting story, led by Luke Rogers’s direction with a talented cast and crew, explores themes of…
Sexism in Hollywood
Sexism in Hollywood is ever-present and an often discussed topic. Patricia Arquette’s recent Oscar acceptance speech for Boyhood recently brought it to our attention. Meryl Streep, Carey Mulligan and Dame Helen Mirren have spoken out against it, with Kirsten Stewart declaring it’s “so offensive it’s crazy.” The extent to which women are disadvantaged in Hollywood is extreme. Selma…
Review: Mother Courage and Her Children (Belvoir)
Brecht’s cynical tale of the struggles of war and the dehumanising nature of capitalism provides fleeting enjoyment but fails to satisfy. Belvoir Theatre, Sydney June 20, 2015 Belvoir’s most anticipated production of the 2015 season was poised for success with director Eamon Flack’s acclaim as the ‘up-and-coming’ artistic director of Belvoir and Robyn Nevin’s reputation…
Symbols and Motifs in Film
Symbols and Motifs in Film A countdown of four Symbols and Motifs in film and what they can represent. These tools can add subtle meaning to plot, giving the story line deeper significance. 1. A Child’s doll Usually found by an opposing side after a battle, a child’s doll epitomises the destruction of innocence and unfairness of…
Wentworth vs How to Get Away with Murder- Moral ambiguity in Female Leads
anti-hero: a central character in a story, film, or drama who lacks conventional heroic attributes. Two of Television’s current excellent female anti-heroes are Governor Joan “The Freak” Ferguson and Annalise Keating. These characters, found on Wentworth and How to Get Away with Murder, are both sinister, dominating, and morally ambiguous. Pamela Rabe and Viola Davis are both…
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