A Valentine to No One: Lorenz Hart’s Tragic Genius in Blue Moon
Blue Moon is a heartwarming film to watch with friends and family, urging you to reach out and give them the hug Hart deserved.
We proudly partnered with the esteemed Sydney Film Festival for its 71st edition! This collaboration provided our students with an incredible opportunity to watch highly anticipated films, write insightful reviews, and interview visionary filmmakers.
Dive into all the fantastic content below!
2025 Reviews
Corporate, Nihilistic Inertia: The Life of Chuck
The Life of Chuck is not the cause of our inaction; it is a glaring consequence.
On Swift Horses is a Gay Old Time
Patricia Byrnes reviews her surprise after viewing the romantic drama at this year’s Sydney Film Festival.
Jazz, Heists, and the Bleak Persistence of Kelly Reichardt’s The Mastermind
Sorry to disappoint all you Ocean's 11 fans, but this is not a heist movie.
Twinless: An unhinged dark comedy for Sims players and Dylan O’Brien fans alike
Twinless brings the authenticity and heart that I think so often keeps me away from seeing the movies that are shown in cinemas.
2024 Reviews
A Different Man: A Different Man or A Different Stan
Madeline dives into Aaron Schimberg's A Different Man (2024) which explores identity and self-acceptance through the journey of Edward, who cures his facial disfigurement only to find his insecurities unchanged.
Kinds of Kindness: An Exploration of Dark Comedy, Determination, and Sex Cults
Patricia shares her thoughts on Yorgos Lanthimos’ new absurdist anthology film, Kinds of Kindness (2024).
Achilles: A Poignant, engrossing journey of rebellion and the search for freedom in an impossible situation
Anu shares her thoughts on Farhad Delaram’s evocative, thought-provoking road trip drama, Achilles (2024).
Daddio: A movie equivalent to an audiobook with no Daddy :/
Nandini shares her thoughts on Christy Hall's feature directorial debut, Daddio (2023).
The Bikeriders: Fists or Knives?
Dylan reflects on the nuances of biker gang culture in director Jeff Nichols' new star-studded film, ‘The Bikeriders.’
I Saw The TV Glow: A Transcending and Haunting Pursuit of Identity Beyond the Television Screen.
Jeanette dives into I Saw The TV Glow (2024), the latest introspective art-horror flick from Jane Schoenbrun and beloved indie film studio A24.
'Alienoid' & 'Return to the Future': Navigating Chaos
Emma delves into the Alienoid franchise, a mind-bending duology that combines aliens, robots, magic, and time travel into a thrilling narrative.
The Battle for Laikipia: ‘It’s not just a story about Laikipia; it’s a story about everywhere.’
Amelia explores The Battle for Laikipia (2024), a stark and urgent depiction of the intersectional battles faced by tribal and white pastoralists in Laikipia.
Cottontail: Lily Franky warms the hearts of all during this year’s film festival
Ysabel shares her thoughts on Patrick Dickinson’s Cottontail (2023), adapted from Dickinson’s own short Usagi-san (Mr Rabbit) (2013).
Dying: The chaotic, emotional, and incredibly personal Lunies Family
Esther shares her thoughts on Matthias Glasner’s compelling sensation and winner of the Silver Bear in Berlin, Dying (2024).
Head South: A Love Letter to Punk, the 70’s and Christchurch
Juno shares her thoughts on Jonathan Ogilvie’s largely autobiographical film about his own coming of age and the 70’s punk scene.
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A Definitive Ranking of the Beloved Papa Louie Games
Alexa ranks our the childhood cult classic, Papa's Pizzeria games. Where does your favourite lie in the ranks?
Harry Styles Love on Tour Review / 04.03.23
Lana dotes on her experience at Harry's Love on Tour in Sydney, at Qudos Bank Arena.
Why Do We Play Life Simulation Games Over Life?
Prudence dives deep into the temptation to play life simulator games over life.
