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
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
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
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
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
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
Based on the popular 60s TV show, Belle and Sebastian: Friends for Life is the third installment in the French film series. It’s a classic “boy and his dog” film.… Read More
In the northeast of Tokyo, there’s a neighbourhood called San’ya. It’s famous for not being on any maps, nor any road signs, nor any guide books. It’s also famous for… Read More
Bart Layton’s American Animals tells the true story of four college students: Spencer Reinhard, Warren Lipka, Eric Borsuk and Chas Allen who devise a plan to steal a number of… Read More
The Distant Barking of Dogs, directed by Simon Lereng Wilmont, examines the persistence of childhood within a war-torn context, following the life of ten-year-old Oleg and his grandmother Alexandra over… Read More
