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Rewatch Viewing Date: April 25th Via: Cinema Plot: Two Australian sprinters face the brutal realities of war when they are sent to fight in the Gallipoli campaign in Turkey during World War I. Rating: 8.8/10 Why Did I Watch It? With the film showing in 35mm for Anzac Day, it seemed like the perfect time to revisit. Review here

An unforgettable, landmark Australian war film

“A landmark Australian movie that has lost none of its potency or poignancy, Gallipoli deserves all the accolades and acclaim it continues to receive over four decades after its original release. Released in 1981, Gallipoli represented a noticeable change of pace for director Peter Weir, who took a b” read more

A messy, dissonant wasted opportunity

“Another limp entry in the ever-weakening Marvel Cinematic Universe, 2025's Captain America: Brave New World is a jumbled hodgepodge of story ideas and concepts, lacking a unifying or coherent narrative that ties everything together. In other words, it bears all the hallmarks of a troubled production” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: April 21st Via: Apple TV Plot: At a drug-laden party in a New York loft, a young man tries to win back his ex-girlfriend. Rating: 6.8/10 Why Did I Watch It? I realised I have seen every Jason Statham movie dating back to 2005. This was the most recent of his films that I haven't seen, and it caught my attention since it stars Chris Evans, Jessica Biel, Louis C.K. and Isla Fisher.

First Viewing Viewing Date: April 19th Via: Blu-ray Plot: Terence McDonagh is a drug- and gambling-addled detective in post-Katrina New Orleans investigating the killing of five Senegalese immigrants. Rating: 7.2/10 Why Did I Watch It? I've been meaning to watch this since it first came out. When Val Kilmer passed, I figured it would be a good title to prioritise.

An enjoyably badass Statham action-thriller

“Those familiar with Jason Statham's regular cinematic output should know what to expect from 2025's A Working Man, which reunites the action star with director David Ayer (The Beekeeper) and screenwriter Sylvester Stallone (Homefront). With Ayer and Stallone serving as producers (alongside Statham) ” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: April 18th Via: Apple TV Plot: Confined to a secluded rest home and trapped within his stroke-ridden body, a former Judge must stop an elderly psychopath who employs a child's puppet to abuse the home's residents with deadly consequences. Rating: 6.8/10 Why Did I Watch It? The trailer was extremely intriguing. When it appeared for rent, I decided it should be worth taking the plunge.

First Viewing Viewing Date: April 17th Via: Apple TV Plot: Jim is the dorky son of a local cement contractor who lives at home and has no direction. Josie is the gorgeous daughter of a wealthy businessman who dreams of leaving town. They find they have a lot in common. Rating: 6.1/10 Why Did I Watch It? This film was referenced in the book Ready Player Two as being part of the John Hughes universe. As I've been watching more of Hughes's films lately, this seemed like a good one to seek out.

It deserves all the hate it gets

“Despite my misgivings about 2025's Snow White, I avoided joining the online dogpiling because I wanted to give Disney's latest live-action remake a chance. After all, the House of Mouse blew $300 million making this fucking thing, surely it can't be that bad? But let's not mince words here: Snow Whi” read more

Viewed at a special 30th anniversary screening in 2023.