‘Back in Action’ Offers More Than Popcorn Entertainment
By: Laura Bennett
At face value, Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx’s new Netflix movie Back in Action is a simple action adventure that doesn’t require much mental energy to enjoy. Read more
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Childhood Favourite Comes to Life in ‘Magic Beach’
By: Russ Matthews
Magic Beach is a book that has inspired children throughout Australia to tap into their imaginations. Read more
Crazy Shenanigans and Charming Fun in ‘Paddington in Peru’ [Review]
By: Russ Matthews
Paddington Bear (Ben Whishaw) lives in a world of imaginative and naive marvels that has helped him to become an icon for generations of children. Read more
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Faces Lion-Sized Expectations [Movie Review]
By: Russ Matthews
The Lion King was a revelation for audiences in 1994, between the musical score, visual effects and the family-friendly storyline. Read more
Can the Grinch Point Us To Jesus?
By: Russ Matthews
Can the Grinch point us to Jesus? Read more
Get Ready to ‘Dive In’ to Moana 2
By: Russ Matthews
This second Polynesian adventure from the Walt Disney Animation Studios has most of the magical elements of the original without the pedigree. Read more
‘Red One’ is Not for the Littlies, as Christmas Turns Dark
By: Russ Matthews
When Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle was released in 2017, no one could have predicted that this film would become one of the year’s biggest hits. Read more
‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ a Holiday Must-See
By: Russ Matthews
For teachers, there is a vindication of the classic children’s literature of the past, when it becomes source material for a modern cinematic release. Read more
Gather Your Minions – Gru Is Back for ‘Despicable Me 4’
By: Russ Matthews
No one could have predicted that Gru (Steve Carell) and his Minions would become a part of the cinematic landscape when they were introduced to the world in 2010. Read more
‘Inside Out 2’ – Is Believing in Ourselves Enough?
By: Russ Matthews
Over the past decade since Inside Out’s initial release, parents have been able to visualise the minds of their children and their emotions in a different light. Read more