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Bad Boys For Life (2020)

Welcome to the third instalment of Bad Boys! Police Detectives Marcus (Martin Lawrence) and Mike (Will Smith) are two of the Baddest cops, now going through new challenges in life. Marcus has decided to retire finally, and someone is out to kill Mike for personal...

Crooked House (2017)

Based on a well known Agatha Christie murder mystery novel, a private eye named Charles Hayward accepts a murder case from an ex-girlfriend to investigate the murder of her Grandfather. Our private eye is granted a two-day head start before the investigation is...

Mary Poppins Returns (2018)

It's been decades since Mary Poppins last visited the Banks family. Jane and Michael Banks are now grown-up adults, and Michael still lives in the original Banks home with his three little children. As our film opens up, it's understood that Michael and his children...

Last Passenger (2013)

Dr Lewis (Dougray Scott) and his son Max who are travelling on a train late at night. The doctor is pressed for time as he is required to drop his son at his grandparents and then attend an urgent medical matter at the hospital where he works. BUT! The doctor’s plans...

First Reformed (2017)

Reverend Toller (Ethan Hawke) looks after and manages a historic church known as the First Reformed. There he preaches and serves a small congregation. Toller also conducts regular tours for those who visit as well as general maintenance around the church property,...

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch

Stefan is a young and upcoming computer game programmer. Stefan has a dream to turn one of his favourite novels into a video game for the whole world to experience. After a large company decides to invest in his idea and turn it into a new game, Stefan will try to...

Aquaman (2018)

At a young age, Arthur Carry discovers that he has the power to communicate with sea creatures and realises he is only half-human. Arthur also learns about his mother, a Queen of an underwater kingdom known as "Atlantis". Arthur, aka Aquaman, is now fully grown and...

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)

Set in New York, our film follows Miles Morales. Miles is a young teenager who is failing in his classes and has a lack of passion for schoolwork, but a talent for art and the use of paint spray cans. He and his father are somewhat distant, and it’s evident that Miles...

Roma (2018)

Roma is a location within Mexico City. Our story shows the day-to-day life of a family, most importantly focusing on Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), the middle-class family’s work within the home. Roma, directed by Alfonso Cuaron, best known for his work on films such as...

Incredibles 2 (2018)

With some time passing since we last saw our favourite superhero family, Mr Incredible and Elastigirl are on a mission to stop a supervillain from terrorising the city. During this battle, they're also joined by the returning hero Frozone (Samuel L Jackson). While our...

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs (2018)

For those who are not aware, this is a film which tells the tales of six different characters. While all our stories are set in the Old West, each story has a different theme, tone and element even when the setting remains the same (or at least it feels like it). This...

Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle (2018)

For those who are not familiar with the well-known tale, a baby boy is found in the jungle by a pack of Wolves. As the Wolves meet together, they decide to raise the boy as one of their own within the jungle. Along with the Wolves, the boy is also trained and raised...

The Christmas Chronicles (2018)

This movie focuses on a young girl, Kate and her old big brother, Teddy, who decide to team up together and try to catch Santa Claus once and for all on Christmas Eve. With a video camera and sneaky traps all set, things are soon in motion which could ruin Christmas...

Leave No Trace (2018)

The film focuses on a Will (Ben Foster) and his 13-year-old daughter, Tom (Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie). The two are currently living in a way that they feel is perfect- hiding away and permanently camping in a forest located somewhere in Oregon. As the film opens up,...

Skyscraper (2018)

After a life-changing incident, ex FBI Hostage Rescue Leader Will Sawyer (Dwayne Johnson) is now a professional assessor who investigates the security and safety of businesses all around the world. Will is soon called to investigate what will be the most significant...

The Old Man & the Gun (2018)

Based on the true story of Forrest Tucker, a 70-year-old man manages to complete multiple bank heists, shocking many people around the world as well as the police who are trying to hunt him down. The year is 1981. Forrest (Robert Redford) is a rather charming...

In Like Flynn (2018)

This film follows a well known Australian, Errol Flynn, and tells the story of how this adventurous man discovered the cinema screen. After escaping from a jungle exploration, Flynn decides to steal a ship from a Japanese pirate and assemble his friends. Flynn and the...

The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018)

After getting dumped by her Boyfriend, Audrey (Mila Kunis) decides to move on with her life. While burning some of her boyfriend’s belongings (to help her get over the break up), Audrey soon discovers that her ex-boyfriend is, in fact, a secret spy! Audrey also finds...

Beautiful Boy (2018)

The film follows a father named David (Steve Carell) and his son, Nic (Timothee Chalamet). These two go on a heartbreaking journey which will challenge them as Nic becomes heavily addicted to drugs (including crystal meth). For those who are not aware, Beautiful Boy...

A Star Is Born (2018)

The film follows Jack (Bradley Cooper), a famous musician and stage performer. One night after finishing one of his gigs, he demands his driver takes him to a bar where he continues to get drunk and enjoy the night. Here he finds a young female singer named Ally who...

Reaching Distance (2018)

A young man named Logan wakes up on a city bus. Unsure as to how he got there, Logan begins to raise questions with the other bus passengers around him and soon realises there is more going on with the bus than Logan could ever imagine. Due to the film’s twists and...

Swimming with Men (2018)

Eric (Rob Brydon, best known for comedy films such as “Trip To Spain”) appears to be suffering from what we call a mid-life crisis. It’s evident given our opening sequences that Eric has separated from his wife, and his son has very little or no respect for him. Eric...

Halloween (2018)

It’s been 40 years since Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) was attacked by the masked killer Michael Myers. After narrowly surviving that horrible night, Laurie now comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers. Over the last forty years, Laurie has been...

Searching (2018)

Perhaps you’ve never heard of this film. It is a new release which I feel has gone somewhat under the cinema radar with a concise and limited release within Australia. Thankfully I had the honour of witnessing the directorial debut of Aneesh Chaganty in cinemas before...

Johnny English Strikes Again (2018)

After MI7 suffers a terrible cyber attack, the identities of all current secret agents in the field who are now all revealed, and they are no longer safe. MI7 now seeks out the assistance of older spies whose identities thankfully were not disclosed by the cyber...

Venom (2018)

A well-known TV reporter, Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) is at the top of his game and a respected man within his city. He lives with his girlfriend (Michelle Williams) and life for Eddie is overall good. Eddie Brock is asked to investigate a celebrity, but he pushes...

24 Hours To Live (2017)

The film opens up with an important man sitting in the back seat of a vehicle, being protected by what appears to be a group of contracted ‘gun for hire’. They are shortly attacked while travelling through the desert and only a couple of survivors are left, one of...

Calibre (2018)

Two good friends decide to catch up by going on a weekend hunting trip together in Scotland. One of the male leads has also recently discovered that his finance is now pregnant. The two feel this trip could be their last chance to spend good quality together. While...

Beast (2017)

Molly recently turned 27, and she lives with her family on a small island. It’s rather apparent that Molly is rather unhappy, stressed and somewhat suffering within her family. Soon she meets a young man named Pascal who catches her eye. The two begin a relationship...

The Merger (2018)

After a town discovers their football team is falling apart, they need fresh leadership to rebuild the organisation or else they will have no choice but to let go of the legacy of having a football team. The town soon decides to take a vote, and they select a man who...

Hotel Artemis (2018)

Set in the future in Los Angeles, the city is full of riots. No one is safe! Hotel Artemis is a top-secret hospital for criminals who pay a high price in advance should they ever need the service as a matter of urgency (getting shot, stabbed, etc.). This hospital is...

Won’t You Be My Neighbor? (2018)

I had no idea before watching this film who Fred Rogers was. I’ve seen his shows, but I wasn’t aware of this film when it arrived in the cinemas overseas. Many audiences who watched this film only had praises to give out about it. After watching this film myself, I...

Tag (2018)

A group of 5 friends start a yearly game of TAG when they are just young boys in school. The rules of the game are simple- only the five boys are allowed to play (no one else!), and the game starts and ends during May. Whoever is IT at the end of May has to wait for...

Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind (2018)

For those who are not aware, this film is, in fact, a documentary about the life of the late actor, Robin Williams. The film follows his journey from a young boy who became an unforgettable actor, comedian and voice actor for animation films- a man who knew how to...

Bird Box (2018)

The world becomes chaos when an unknown outbreak occurs, killing many people. ‘Bird Box’ focuses on Malorie (Sandra Bullock), a mother who must take her children down a dangerous river to reach safety. To top it off, to stay safe from this outbreak, Malorie and her...

Cargo (2017)

After the world has been taken over by some type of Zombie outbreak, this film focuses on a man named Andy, who is located in Australia with his wife and toddler. Andy’s mission is to protect his daughter and find someone who will be willing to protect her. To avoid...

The Predator (2018)

A secret mission takes a bad turn thanks to a surprise visit by an enemy known as ‘Predator’ crashing out of the sky. Quinn (Boyd Holbrook) battles the unknown threat and manages to collect a couple of pieces of the creature’s amour. Quinn escapes the fight with his...

I Feel Pretty

Renee (Amy Schumer) is a woman who is daily struggles with her insecurity and wishes she felt desired by the opposite sex. We see her trying to find a beautiful dress that will fit her body, trying out new hairstyles which only seem to fail and the list goes on. While...

Extinction (2018)

Peter (Michael Pena) is a father who is having unusual (and recurring) dreams about losing his family during what appears to be some type of alien invasion on Earth. As he continues about his day, working at his job and coming home to his wife and two daughters, Peter...

The Happytime Murders (2018)

Set in a world where both Humans and Puppets live together, puppets are treated with a great deal of disrespect. A detective (who is a puppet) has recently turned private eye and begins to investigate odd murders. Soon he discovers the puppets being killed one by one...

The Meg (2018)

Jonas (Jason Statham) is an expert sea diver. Five years ago, Jones was part of an underwater rescue team. It was during his last mission that Jonas first encountered a large creature in the sea, resulting in the loss of two co-workers. Currently, Jonas past continues...

Brothers Nest (2018)

Two brothers sneak into a home wearing orange overalls and boots that have been taped in black tape. The two soon begin to prepare for something horrible. It’s soon discovered based on their conversation that they are planning and plotting to murder someone. Going...

The Wife (2017)

Joe Castleman (Jonathan Pryce) wakes up to an early morning phone call in his home, and he discovers he will be receiving the Nobel Prize for Literature. He naturally shares this life-changing moment with his wife, Joan (Glenn Close). The two soon travel to Stockholm...

Occupation (2018)

Set in Australia, this film opens up with an introduction to multiple characters. Some could say it’s the typical kind of character for an alien film-the family man trying to get his life back and reconnect with his family. The rebellious football captain, the young...

BlacKkKlansman (2018)

Our film is set in the 70s and introduces us to Ron Stallworth (John David Washington), an African-American rookie policeman from Colorado. Ron’s job in the police station is to return and retrieve criminal files when requested by fellow police officers. Ron feels he...

The Hurricane Heist (2018)

A group of thieves attempt a heist against the U.S. Treasury at the same time the town is being hit by a huge Category 5 hurricane. This heist could lead to the cash grab of a lifetime if they can survive the storm, which approaches closer by the minute and could...

The Breaker Upperers (2018)

Mel and Jen are two women who run a business known as “The Breaker Upperers”. When people have fallen out of love but don’t know how to break the relationship news, these ladies are at your service for a price. Whether it’s dressing up as police officers to announce...

Michael Clayton (2007)

A highly respected law firm has an employee named Michael Clayton (George Clooney) who is a mysterious ‘fixer’. He is now part of a dangerous situation in which he must track down a lawyer who recently suffered a breakdown while representing a chemical company that he...

Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)

Continuing where we last saw our small superhero (after Captain America: Civil War), Scott (aka Ant-Man), is currently under house arrest with two days remaining until he can receive his freedom once again. Along with this, Scott is also struggling to deal with being...

The Beguiled (2017)

The year is 1864, and it is during the American Civil War. Not far from the ongoing war, we have a mansion of young ladies schooled by their teacher, Miss Martha (Nicole Kidman). Among the cast, we also have Elle Fanning as a student and Kirsten Dunst as a teacher....

Paterson (2016)

Paterson (Adam Driver) is a kind-hearted, quiet type of guy. He wakes up every day in the arms of his partner, eats breakfast, gets dressed and goes to work as a bus driver. In his spare time as he walks to work, or while eating his lunch, Paterson also enjoys taking...

Hangman (2017)

A retired homicide detective named Ray (Al Pacino) is called back to action after he and another old friend. Detective Will (Karl Urban), are both called out by an unknown criminal mastermind who is killing people in the style of the well-known game of Hangman. At the...

The Titan (2018)

A military air force pilot, Rick (Sam Worthington) accepts a mission to be part of a new experiment, which involves “genetic evolution”. Rick is also joined by his wife and son who stay with him at a secret location. At it stands, Earth’s inhabitants are destroying...

Unsane (2018)

If you enjoy an entertaining thriller, read ahead.Unsane opens with a very creepy male voice speaking while the camera pans over the woods before we are introduced to Sawyer (Claire Foy). Within a matter of moments, we gain an understanding of Sawyer’s life at work...

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)

When the island's volcano begins to erupt, our returning survivors Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) team up once again, taking an opportunity to rescue the last remaining dinosaurs. If successful, this will give the surviving dinosaurs a fresh start...

Brawl in Cell Block 99 (2017)

Bradley (Vince Vaughn) is a man who wants to provide for his wife and look after his home. We understand that his wife recently had a miscarriage, and then Bradley loses his job. The two decide to try to make a baby again, and Bradley takes on a new responsibility as...

Death Wish (2018)

Dr Paul Kersey’s (Bruce Willis) life changes forever when he discovers his wife and daughter have been attacked in their very own home, leaving Paul’s wife dead and his daughter in a coma. With Paul left broken and furious, he begins to take matters into his own...

Kodachrome (2017)

Matt (Jason Sudeikis) is an agent for music rock bands. After getting ditched from his biggest client, Matt is given one more chance by his company to keep his job when he promises to snatch up a well-known band. On the flip side, Matt also gets a visit from a Nurse...

Upgrade (2018)

Set shortly in the future, Upgrade is a brutal story about a man named Grey. During an unexpected attack and mugging, Grey ends up witnessing the murder of his wife. Grey gets left for dead, alone and paralysed in hospital. In hospital, Grey is soon approached by a...

Braven (2018)

Joe Braven (Jason Momoa) is a manager and owner of a wood logging company. He comes home from work to his wife, daughter and his father, who lives with his family. We discover that Joe's father has dementia and is struggling to accept it. Joe decides to take his...

The Age of Adaline

Adeline (Blake Lively) is a young, beautiful woman who becomes ageless after she is involved in an accident. After many years of living forever young and not ageing a single day, Adeline meets a new man who will challenge her to question the eternal life she has...

Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)

This film is a prequel to the original Star Wars movie which started it all in the year 1977 (A New Hope) and follows Han Solo. The galaxy is currently full of competing criminal underworlds. We follow Han Solo on his adventures, which include the introduction of...

The Dish (2000)

An older adult named Cliff Buxton (Sam Neil) visits a large satellite dish in an Australian sheep paddock. The film soon goes back in time to the year 1969, when Cliff (Sam Neil) was in charge of maintaining and running the satellite dish. Together with a small team...

The Watcher (2000)

Detective Campbell (James Spader) gives up on his job after trying to track down a serial killer for over three years. The detective is now alone, damaged and has little hope in life, so he decides to move to a new city where he can try and start fresh. Not long after...

Deep Blue Sea 2 (2018)

Following from the original Deep Blue Sea, which featured in cinemas in 1999, the sequel has taken 19 years to arrive... straight to disc (DVD/Bluray) and digital. I personally was a fan of the original film, not because it was terrific, but because the 1st film was...

Downsizing (2017)

Paul (Matt Damon) is a kind-hearted man. He works daily as an occupational therapist and comes home to his wife Audrey (Kristen Wiig). Shortly it's mentioned that as a married couple, the two are struggling in life, particularly in regards to finances and overall...

Deadpool 2 (2018)

Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) returns with his witty and crude sense of humour. This time, Deadpool will protect a young mutant boy from an unknown traveller named “Cable” (Josh Brolin). https://youtu.be/D86RtevtfrA If you’re a fan of the first instalment, you will...

Breath (2017)

Set in the ’70s in Coastal Australia, our story focuses on two teenage boys. Like most teenage boys, they ride their bikes, causing cheeky mischief around the town and are somewhat bored with life. One day they discover a beach with a pro surfer tackling waves...

The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)

Last week I decided to sit down and watch a classic old school Black and White film from my ‘Monsters’ box set on Bluray. This film was a 1st watch for me- the film is so old it features a stereo audio track. Long before colour TV’s and surround sound, in the year...

Darkest Hour (2017)

Set in the year 1940, the future of Western Europe is in the hands of a new Prime Minister. As the new Prime Minister, Winston Churchill, is announced, he will be required to make some of the most challenging choices in history, such as questioning if it is indeed...

The Party (2017)

After all her work hard work and efforts, Janet has been appointed as the new “Minster of Health” and wants to celebrate. As you do, she breaks out some lovely wine, prepares a meal and invites her closest friends over to celebrate with her. The film starts with...

Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

Welcome to the film that all Marvel fans on Earth have been waiting for over the last 10 years. Well, at least since the 1st Iron Man film came out in 2008. The film begins right after where our most recent Marvel films left off. For the best enjoyment of this film, I...

Wakefield (2016)

While travelling home from another day at work, Howard Wakefield is not looking forward to returning to his wife and two daughters. Upon arriving home, Howard discovers a raccoon outside and sees it running into his garage where it hides in the attic above. As Howard...

A Quiet Place (2018)

From the opening of the film, it’s self-evident that the world is no longer a safe place. The world faces a new horrible situation, and everyone who is still alive has had their lifestyle changed forever. “A Quiet Place” focuses on a family who is forced to hide from...

Secret Window (2004)

Mort Rainey (Johnny Depp) is a well-known book writer. After going through a divorce with his wife and struggling to write a new novel, Mort decides to hide away in his quiet and peaceful cabin by the lake, where he can focus on completing his latest book without any...

Ready Player One (2018)

Sad news hits the world when the main creator of a virtual reality system known as the “OASIS” dies. Shortly after his death, a video is released around the world, announcing there are now three challenges available within the OASIS. People around the world are now...

Last Flag Flying (2017)

Larry, aka Doc (Steve Carell), tracks down his old friends who served with him in the Vietnam War around 30 years ago. Larry is shortly reunited with both Sal (Bryan Cranston) & Rev Richard (Laurence Fishburne). Larry brings them together to tell them about his...

Mille 22 (2018)

James (Mark Wahlberg) is a skilled intelligence officer currently working with a top-secret team. He and his team receive a mission to transport an unknown man. He is carrying secretive information that can only be unlocked once the man has arrived safety at his...

That’s Not My Dog! (2018)

Australian actor Shane Jacobson (playing himself) decides to have a party and what better way to party than to invite a number of well known humorous Australians and talented Musicians. Shane’s only request to his guests is to bring their favourite jokes and he will...

Paddington 2 (2017)

Continuing on where we last left Paddington, our little bear presently lives peacefully as one the members of the Brown family. Paddington overdue time has also become rather popular and has gained new friends within his street and the community he encounters daily....

The Snowman (2017)

Based on the best selling novel, detective Harry Hole (Michael Fassbender) begins to investigate murders by an unknown serial killer. The killer, for whatever reason, is targeting Harry by posting him postcards at the police station as well as leaving behind a Snowman...

Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool (2017)

This movie is the story of the romance between a young male actor named Peter (Jamie Bell) and the famous actress Gloria Grahame (Annette Bening).   The film opens with Gloria preparing for the evening in her dressing room (makeup etc). Shortly after getting...

Tomb Raider (2018)

Lara Croft has always been known as the daughter of a missing adventurer. Lara is currently struggling in life with both the law and finances. After a new clue about the death of her father is revealed, Lara has hope that she may finally understand what happened to...

Murder on the Orient Express (2017)

For those who are unaware, this film is a remake of an old film, Murder On The Orient Express which was in cinemas in 1974. This film is also based on the best selling novel written by the well-known author “Agatha Christie”. Respectably known as the world’s greatest...

Annihilation (2018)

After the disappearance of her husband from a top-secret mission, Lena (Natalie Portman) is called to join an expedition to help investigate an unknown area, which has been called “The Shimmer”. The U.S. government has completely blocked off the Shimmer. Many teams...

A Street Cat Named Bob (2016)

A man named James spends his days as a busker, playing his guitar and singing in the street of London. James is also a recovering drug addict and begins the new steps towards getting his life back on track. James soon meets a ginger stray cat who will possibly...

Game Night (2018)

Three couples (all friends) regularly meet for "Game Night". Game Nights includes the involvement of classic group games such as LIFE, Pictionary and charades etc. But this time, one of the members takes Game Night to the next level as the night starts as off with new...

The Lego Ninjago Movie (2017)

Six young teenage Ninjas call upon themselves to protect their home island of “Ninjago”. Our heroes go to school by day and fight crime at night. Using all sorts of awesome skills and robots they save the world daily. Our heroes must soon fight a new ultimate enemy...

Winchester (2018)

Dr Eric Price (Jason Clarke) is hired to investigate a well-known firearm heiress, Sarah Winchester (Helen Mirren). Dr Eric Price is welcomed to stay in her large and unique Mansion in California while he conducts his interrogation/investigation. Sarah Winchester...

Black Panther (2018)

T’Challa (also known as the Black Panther) returns to his homeland after the loss of his father (as we saw in Captain America - Civil War). T’Challa accepts the crown and becomes king of Wakanda, but his position is soon challenged by a new threat.   Unlike the...

The Cloverfield Paradox (2018)

Introducing the third Cloverfield film, which is a new story set in the same “Cloverfield Universe”. I must confess I was rather excited once I heard about the unexpected announcement from Netflix that both the trailer and the actual full feature instalment would...

Mother! (2017)

This is quite possibly one of the most hardest Movie Reviews I’ve to write and score to date. Mother! Is a very dramatic and overall disturbing film. The MA+ rating in my option should be considered being lifted up to R18+ level. You have been warned. Have a nice day....

Lady Bird (2017)

Meet Lady Bird. Needless to say, this is not her real name, but it the name she has selected for herself. This movie is the story of “Lady Bird” coming to age in Sacramento, California.  The year is 2002. Lady Bird attends a local school and like any teenager,...

Loving Vincent (2017)

A man visits the residence of a well-known painter “Vincent Van Gogh” to deliver the artist’s final letter. The man soon discovers there is more to know about Vincent’s death (and life) and starts his own curious investigation in regards to Vincent’s death.  ...

Gun Shy (2017)

Turk (Antonio Banderas) is an aged, old rock ‘n roll star. He lives in a beautiful mansion where he refuses to do anything with his life other than walking around his house, angry and frustrated with life. His wife, Sheila (Olga Kurylenko), convinces him to go on...

Phantom Thread (2017)

Set in 1950s London, the film follows two main characters. Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis) is a respected Dressmaker and Artist. After he gets rid of his current guest and dress model, he soon discovers a young waitress Alma (Vicky Krieps). Shortly after meeting...

The Shape of Water (2017)

Set in the year 1950, a Research facility brings in a new, top-secret amphibious creature which is now held prisoner and is soon... tortured. A lonely cleaner who works at the facility soon discovers this creature... As far as plot is concerned there will be no major...

Good Time (2017)

Two brothers rob a bank, which has the results of one of them ending up behind bars. The other brother, Connie, manages to escape from the police. Connie (played by Robert Patterson) now has concerns and fears about his handicapped brother, now behind bars. Connie has...

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)

Mildred (Francis McDonald) decides to challenge the local authorities as they have yet to find the murderer that took the life of her daughter. She one day discovers three unused billboards and makes a commitment to hire them for a full year and use the billboards to...