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
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‘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
Aussie JJ Pantano Shines as Young Luke Smallbone in ‘Unsung Hero’
By: Steff Willis
JJ Pantano portrays a young Luke Smallbone in Unsung Hero, a story that chronicles the challenges and eventual triumphs of the Smallbone family, who went on to produce Grammy award-winning artists Rebecca St. James and Joel and Luke from for KING & COUNTRY. Read more
Garfield 40 and Still Going Strong – Movie Review
By: Russ Matthews
He looks pretty good for being 45 years old and having a solid diet of the four basic food groups: lasagna, lasagna, lasagna, and lasagna. Read more
Like a Big Panda Bear Hug: Kung Fu Panda 4
By: Russ Matthews
The longevity of this series relies heavily on the charisma of its lead character and the voice behind his furry exterior. Read more
Adam Sandler Meets Pop Psychology in Family Flick ‘Leo’
By: Russ Matthews
Leo (Adam Sandler) the lizard and Squirtie (Bill Burr) the turtle have been the 5th-grade class pets at Fort Myer Elementary School for over seven decades. Read more
The Velveteen Rabbit Comes to Life on the Big Screen
By: Russ Matthews
Most children have had their favourite toy that travelled with them throughout their early years. Read more