The 37th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe follows a familiar storyline typical of many superhero movies: Earth is threatened by an evil entity and humanity is portrayed as incapable of defending itself, relying on superheroes to save the day. In this case the villain is Galactus, a planet-devouring cosmic god (Ralph Ineson), who is aided by the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). Coming to the rescue are Reed Richards / Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm / Invisible Woman, Johnny Storm /…

After a decade together, Tim and Millie (played by real-life couple Dave Franco and Allison Brie) move from the city to the countryside, where Millie takes on a role at the local school. Keen to explore their new surroundings, the pair venture into the nearby woods on a hike and when a storm hits they end up falling into a mysterious, creepy cave, where an unsettling presence lingers. Exhausted from their ordeal, they fall asleep on the cave floor. On…

Astronomer and teacher Maria (Sólveig Gudmundsdottir) embarks on a solo trip to the Icelandic highlands to photograph a comet. A day later, her husband Atli (Björn Hlynur Haraldsson) and 19 year old daughter Anna (Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney) are devastated to learn that she was found dead near her cabin. Atli begins to spiral and starts excessively drinking, struggling to reconcile his wife’s death. His sorrow soon hits rock bottom after deliberately getting assaulted and fired from his electrical job. Meanwhile…

Joe Scaravella (Vince Vaughn) dreams of opening an Italian restaurant in honour of his beloved mother after her passing. To bring this vision to life, he hires four nonnas (played by Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Brenda Vaccaro, and Talia Shire) as chefs, with the goal of creating home-cooked meals that make diners feel loved and cared for. At first the nonnas don’t get along, but over time they learn to resolve their differences and embrace each other’s individuality to work…

Lonely outsider Craig (Tim Robinson) is trapped in a dwindling marriage to Tami (Kate Mara) and is bored with his monotonous existence. When he befriends his charismatic, confident neighbour, Austin (Paul Rudd), a popular news weatherman, the two quickly hit it off and Craig quickly becomes infatuated. Aspiring to be like his new best friend, Craig’s blossoming bro-mance gives him purpose and broadens his horizons. Feeling like he’s found his place, Craig leans into his friendship with Austin until he…

During a drunken 4th of July night, five friends are watching the fireworks on Reapers Bend Road, just outside the quaint beach-side town of Southport. A speeding car approaches and swerves to miss them, veering off a cliff and resulting in the male drivers death. Fearing a manslaughter charge, they decide to leave the scene without reporting what occurred. Their lives then head off in different directions, until they reconnect 12 months later when an ominous note is received that…

Nicholas Coughlin (Finn O’Shea) has a detached relationship with his artist father, William (Pierce Brosnan.) After his mother’s passing, he follows William on a painting pilgrimage to the wild west coast of Ireland. Their plans are disrupted when a storm destroys their belongings, forcing them to reluctantly return home. Meanwhile teenager Isabel Gore is expelled from a convent school and begins dating a local lad who won’t confess his love for her. After his father traumatically dies in a house…

When writer and academic Walter (Bill Murray) takes his own life, he leaves his treasured rescue Great Dane, Apollo, in the care of his best friend Iris (Naomi Watts.) Set against the bustling backdrop of New York City, Iris struggles to connect with the grieving dog and considers taking him to a shelter. Along the way she begins to rediscover her creative spark and realises that she needs Apollo as much as he needs her. Canine actor Bing (as Apollo)…

It’s been 50 years since the release of the film widely regarded as the very first blockbuster movie - ‘Jaws’. A global hit, it terrified audiences and made many think twice before going into the ocean. Since sits cinema debut it’s gone on to gross over 1.5 billion dollars in today’s value. Featuring rare footage, Including clips from director Steven Spielberg’s own archives, this detailed 90 minute documentary offers an inside look at all aspects of the film, its impact…

This movie was completely different to what I expected after viewing the trailer. I assumed it was about an elderly truffle hunter foraging in the forest with his loyal dog, but it turned out to be so much more. There were unexpected surprises and plot twists that left me stunned. The story centres around Dalia (Ydalie Turk, also a co-writer along with director Gabriele Fabbro) who visits her grandfather Igor (90 year old Umberto Orsini) and his truffle dog Bibra…

An audacious personality with theatrical prowess, French actress Sarah Bernhardt (portrayed by Sandrine Kiberlain) commanded the stage in the late 19th century, starring in over 190 plays. Considered to be the first celebrity, her diverse fan base included young female workers, artisans, wealthy socialites, politicians, and the general public across Europe, North America, and Australia. This biopic focuses on two pivotal moments in Sarah’s life: the lead-up to ‘Sarah Bernhardt Day’ in 1896 and her leg amputation in 1915. As…

David Corenswet takes the helm as Superman in the latest DC offering. He faces off against arch enemy Lex Luthor (Nicolas Hoult), who has assembled an army of metahumans and developed multiple portals leading to pocket universes. With the safety of Metropolis at stake, Superman takes several beatings and loses a battle for the first time. Along the way Superman is aided by his love interest and Daily Planet colleague, Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan), as well as The Justice Gang,…