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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

Strangely leaden and unengaging

“Illumination and Universal Pictures continue to make a lot of money from the Despicable Me franchise, branching out into Minion-centric prequels, a web series, short films, video games, a holiday special and even a theme park attraction. Nevertheless, it is becoming increasingly difficult to care ab” read more

An entertaining, visually dazzling macho fantasy

“Zack Snyder's second feature film after his 2004 Dawn of the Dead remake, 2007's 300 establishes the director's distinctive visual style, replicating a graphic novel aesthetic for the big screen with a heavy reliance on digital effects. Instead of a factual retelling of the historical Battle of Ther” read more

First Viewing Viewing Date: February 9th Via: Cinema Plot: A weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it's revealed that one of the guests is a robot companion, and it commits a murder. Rating: 6.7/10 Why Did I Watch It? The reviews and promising IMDb rating had me intrigued.

A gripping, edge-of-your-seat period thriller

“September 5 is another dramatisation of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, but it offers a different and compelling viewpoint. Whereas Steven Spielberg's Munich was about the aftermath of the attack as Mossad agents assassinated the terrorists responsible, September 5 is an account of the events at ” read more