To say that Darling is the Nordic version of Black Swan (2010) would be simultaneously accurate and genteel. Narratively, there are a lot of parallels. Diva ballerina ‘Darling’ (Danica Curcic)… Read More
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Review: The Bold, the Corrupt, and the Beautiful / Taiwan Film Festival / Dylan
Taiwanese opera is a storied performing art that has defined Taiwanese identity despite the island’s turbulent history. It’s bold colours, decadent costumes, and delectable melodrama make for inspired, engaging performances.… Read More
Review: Thelma / Scandinavian Film Festival / Jacinthe
Melancholic and unnerving, Joachim Trier’s thriller Thelma hooks you in from the get-go. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Norway, we are introduced to Thelma at age six, hunting in… Read More
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Revelation Perth International Film Festval overview / Jordan
Jordan from Film in Revolt hit the ground running with his media pass at the Revelation Perth International Film Festival in July. Strange Colours The film’s visuals are the standout… Read More
Taiwan Film Festival – 27 – 29 July 2018
We are excited that the inaugural Taiwan Film Festival kicks off from the 27 July in Sydney. If you are under 18 you can catch: Black Bear Forest: “A fascinating… Read More
Review: Kusama Infinity / Bonnie
Kusama Infinity is a documentary that chronicles the expansive career of Yayoi Kusama and her voyage as she breaks into the art industry. Heather Lenz captures Kusama’s journey from her… Read More
Review: Kusama Infinity / Amy
A visionary mind, encased in a razor-sharp, cherry red hairdo, perhaps the first outward sign of Kusama’s creative energy. Along with self-designed attire, dotted with compelling patterns and colours Yayoi… Read More
Review: Jill Bilcock: Dancing the Invisible / Amelia
When it comes to classic Australian cinema, few films are more iconic, treasured and utterly us than the likes of Strictly Ballroom, Romeo and Juliet, Muriel’s Wedding, The Dressmaker, Moulin… Read More
Review: What Will People Say / Scandinavian Film Festival / Dylan
What Will People Say (Hva vil folk si) is the second feature from Pakistani-Norwegian director Iram Haq, premiering in Australia at this year’s Scandinavian Film Festival. Spoken in both Norwegian… Read More