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“Unplanned” Anti-Abortion Movie Confronting, but Surprisingly Balanced

By: Laura Bennett

As NSW has just decriminalised abortion, Unplanned is a timely release. The first thing to acknowledge ahead of this review, is that people’s beliefs about abortion are complex.

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“Ride Like a Girl” – A Gutsy and Feminine Aussie Flick with a Big Heart

By: Laura Bennett

Aussie flicks can sometimes get a bad rap. We have a reputation for going iconically cringe-worthy in movies like The Castle or Crocodile Dundee, or for favouring our dark side in ones like Wolf Creek and Animal Kingdom.
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Downton Abbey Residents Defend Honour in Midst of Royal Visit

By: Laura Bennett

It’s time to plop a plumb in your mouth and book a visit to the country, Downton Abbey the movie, is finally here.
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Angry Birds 2 – A Worthy Sequel, Celebrating Teamwork – and Girls in S.T.E.M! [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

An addictive video game may have spawned the Angry Birds franchise, but don’t let that turn you off the movie.
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Little Women – A Modern Twist on a Timeless Tale [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

We may be stuck in a cycle of regurgitated entertainment, but in so many ways Little Women’s modern adaptation is worth it. Read more

Watching ‘A Dog’s Journey’, You Do Wonder Who These Movies Are For

By: Laura Bennett

Based on the books by W. Bruce Cameron, A Dog’s Journey follows on from the 2017 release A Dog’s Purpose. We’re reintroduced to Bailey, a beautiful pup who’s learning to discover his purpose over a series of lifetimes with different owners.
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‘The Keeper’ a Moving Tale of Prejudice and Forgiveness [Movie Review]

By: Laura Bennett

With the world’s refugee crisis affecting most parts of the world, stories about love and acceptance for those who are different, have never been more relevant.
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‘The Lion King’ A Faithful Retelling – But a Little More Scary For Kids!

By: Laura Bennett

Naaa timbetcha, babageesh bababa! Sa doom…

Few grown adults know the real lyrics to Circle of Life, but nonetheless we’ll belt them out until we’re transported back to our childhood and our first encounter with The Lion King.
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‘Spider-Man Far From Home’ is the Right Mix of Depth and Fun

By: Laura Bennett

After the events of Avengers: Endgame, it’s unsurprising Marvel wanted to follow it up with a story about where Peter Parker is now. Don’t worry, no spoilers here.
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Genius amid Tragedy – ‘Tolkien’ Biopic a Moving Portrayal of Author

By: Clare Bruce

He’s the man who inspired one of the greatest film franchises in history, so it was only a matter of time before the life of J.R.R. Tolkien was brought to the big screen. Read more