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A hidden gem of an Australian movie

“Bosch & Rockit is an enjoyable, visually striking Australian coming-of-age picture that deserves a wider audience. It is the feature film debut of Australian filmmaker Tyler Atkins, who served as director, writer, and producer after years of minor film and television credits (and winning The Ama” read more

A lacklustre, soulless sequel

“Moana 2 feels like soulless, assembly-line, commercially-focused, corporatised content that only exists for maximum box office dollars instead of a desire to tell a worthwhile story. This follow-up to 2016's endearing Moana started life as a Disney+ miniseries, but the House of Mouse changed course” read more

Movies Viewed in 2025 (108 movies items)

"No problem, amigo! It's the 30th anniversary of Braveheart, so there was a one-off screening at one of my local independent cinemas, and I just HAD to go for the chance to see it on the big screen! An"

First Viewing Viewing Date: March 15th Via: Disney+ Plot: After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Rating: 4.9/10 Why Did I Watch It? I liked the first movie and wanted to see this one...but I didn't want to pay for it, so I waited for its D+ debut. Review here

First Viewing Viewing Date: March 14th Via: Netflix Plot: An orphaned teen hits the road with a mysterious robot to find her long-lost brother, teaming up with a smuggler and his wisecracking sidekick. Rating: 5.9/10 Why Did I Watch It? It's a new Russo Brothers film with Chris Pratt, and it has been stirring up a lot of publicity lately because of its pricetag. It's free on Netflix, I felt like I should check it out to stay current.

First Viewing Viewing Date: March 14th Via: Apple TV Plot: Merlin the magician helps Arthur Pendragon unite the Britons around the Round Table of Camelot, even as dark forces conspire to tear it apart. Rating: 7.8/10 Why Did I Watch It? This has been on my watchlist for a long, long time, and I even started watching it in 2015. I've always been meaning to circle back around to it, and after I saw Liam Neeson talking about it in a recent interview, I thought it was finally time.

An uninvolving, leaden horror flick

“A survival horror movie like 2024's Never Let Go needs a strong emotional core and engaging central characters to succeed. John Krasinski's A Quiet Place remains a standout genre offering because of its compelling characters and sharp writing, which make it easy to become invested in what transpires” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: March 5th Via: Netflix Plot: In the late summer along the Australian coast, Bosch, a young father goes on the run for drug dealing with his surf gang. In tow is his son, Rockit, who believes he is on a magical holiday. Rating: 7.9/10 Why Did I Watch It? It came highly recommended by an actor friend of mine, whose mate was the director. I made it a priority immediately. Review here

Enthralling medieval blockbuster entertainment

“A rousing and inspirational medieval epic that continues to stand the test of time, Braveheart is an account of Scottish freedom fighter Sir William Wallace (Mel Gibson), who led a revolt against Scotland's tyrannical English rulers from 1297 to 1305 during the country's First War of Independence. A” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: February 23rd Via: Apple TV Plot: A renowned New York playwright is enticed to California to write for the movies and discovers the hellish truth of Hollywood. Rating: 7.8/10 Why Did I Watch It? This is one of those films I feel I should've seen a long time ago. It's The Coen Brothers, it's a cult film, etc.

A hilarious and heartfelt Aussie comedy

“Over twenty years after the events of 2003's Gettin' Square left the authorities assuming that Johnny 'Spit' Spitieri (David Wenham) is deceased, the international fugitive returns to his home country of Australia on a fraudulent passport. Border officials promptly detain Spit and attempt to ascerta” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: February 19th Via: Cinema Plot: A presumed dead ex-con returns to Australia after 20 years and is immediately detained. He faces old enemies, makes new friends in detention, and teaches his version of Australian mateship while staying ahead. Rating: 7.9/10 Why Did I Watch It? There was a preview screening with a David Wenham Q&A! I had to go! Review here