Tag: film

Jewish International Film Festival 2016 – The Plus Ones’ Guide

The Jewish International Film Festival is a selection of more than 70 films showcasing some of the most talented Jewish filmmakers, actors and storytellers working today. Films from Israel, Germany, France, Australia, and more cover a wide range of genres….

Antenna Film Festival review: ‘Bugs’

Probably not one for the entomophobes (those who fear all things creepy and crawly), Andreas Johnsen’s Bugs is an engrossing documentary with a pertinent question: will insects be an integral part of our diets in the near future? In 2050,…

‘Collisions’ film panel at ACMI with the Wheeler Centre

Despite the use of cutting-edge technology, Lynette Wallworth’s virtual reality film Collisions has been a long time coming. The film tells the story of Martu man Nyarri Nyarri Morgan, whose first encounter with Western culture came when he witnessed the explosive…

West Projections film festival

The lights led the way at the free West Projections film festival (15 August to 11 September 2016). Take a guided tour to see all the flashy displays, or go rogue armed with a map. The festival ran over one…

Bridget Jones’s Baby

Twelve years after last gracing our screens (and fifteen since her debut), Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) is back for more awkward antics, and brings with her a number of friendly faces to celebrate the latest change in her life –…

Alliance Française Classic Film Festival – The Plus Ones’ Guide

Coming from the birthplace of cinema, the people of France know a thing or two about movies. That’s why the Alliance Française Classic Film Festival is an absolute must for dedicated cinephiles, film lovers and Francophiles alike. Running in Sydney…

Striking Film Festival

Striking Film Festival showcases student filmmakers

The red carpet was rolled out for the premiere of the Striking Film Festival at Collins234. It was an enchanting, intimate affair of celebration. The event recognised Melbourne’s budding student filmmakers by unveiling their short pieces to a panel of notable judges…

Ab Fab The Movie

Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie

One might feel inclined to roll their eyes at the thought of an Ab Fab adaptation for the big screen. I can understand that. Remember Da Kath and Kim Code? The small-to-silver screen move rarely ever results in anything even edging…

Melbourne Documentary Film Festival: The Plus Ones’ Guide

Melbourne proudly lays claim to the title of culture capital of Australia and when you look at the city’s calendar of events, it’s easy to understand why. Whether it’s film, music, arts or design, there’s always a festival going on….