By: Russ Matthews
Few franchises have spanned four decades and seem to improve as they age. Continue reading “Strap in for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”
Strap in for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
‘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. Continue reading “‘Inside Out 2’ – Is Believing in Ourselves Enough?”
Visual and Culinary Delight in ‘The Taste of Things’
By: Russ Matthews
Set on a beautiful country estate in France in the late 1800s, Dodin Bouffant (Benoît Magimel) prepares a meal for those who celebrate fine dining and are willing to pay handsomely for the delicacies. Continue reading “Visual and Culinary Delight in ‘The Taste of Things’”
Ryan Reynolds in ‘If’ Brings Childhood Imagination to Life
By: Russ Matthews
What if you had an imaginary friend who was a big friend of Ryan Reynolds and took you along to see this movie about imaginary friends? Continue reading “Ryan Reynolds in ‘If’ Brings Childhood Imagination to Life”
The Idea of You: More Than Your Typical Romantic Drama
By: Russ Matthews
While the film adaptation of Robinne Lee’s best-selling novel, ‘The Idea of You ‘, may initially appear as a typical romantic drama, It offers a unique perspective on ageism, social media, and modern love that sets it apart from the rest. Continue reading “The Idea of You: More Than Your Typical Romantic Drama”
The Castle: When a New Migrant Watches the Aussie Classic
By: Russ Matthews
When our family moved to Australia close to two decades ago, friends suggested we watch an Australian classic, The Castle. Continue reading “The Castle: When a New Migrant Watches the Aussie Classic”
‘Musica’ a Magical World of Music, Comedy, Love
By: Russ Matthews
Music has been an integral part of cinematic history. Continue reading “‘Musica’ a Magical World of Music, Comedy, Love”
‘The Fall Guy’ is the Love Story of the Moment
By: Russ Matthews
After the success of Barbie and Oppenheimer, there is no wonder that Hollywood would want to tap into the magic between Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. Continue reading “‘The Fall Guy’ is the Love Story of the Moment”
‘Road House’ Reboot: Does Jake Gyllenhaal Pack the Same Punch?
By: Russ Matthews
The fascination with 1980s cinema continues with the reimagining of the Patrick Swayze cult-classic Road House. Continue reading “‘Road House’ Reboot: Does Jake Gyllenhaal Pack the Same Punch?”
‘Robot Dreams’ a Profound Animation for Grown-Ups
By: Russ Matthews
Written and directed by Spanish filmmaker Pablo Berger and based on the 2007 comic by Sara Varon, this Academy Award-nominated film is one based on an unlikely friendship. Continue reading “‘Robot Dreams’ a Profound Animation for Grown-Ups”