Anthony Morris

Anthony Morris is a freelance film and television writer. He’s been a regular contributor to The Big Issue, Empire Magazine, Junkee, Broadsheet, The Wheeler Centre and Forte Magazine, where he’s currently the film editor. Other publications he’s contributed to include Vice, The Vine, Kill Your Darlings (where he was their online film columnist), The Lifted Brow, Urban Walkabout and Spook Magazine. He’s the co-author of hit romantic comedy novel The Hot Guy, and he’s also written some short stories he’d rather you didn’t mention. You can follow him on Twitter @morrbeat and read some of his reviews on the blog It’s Better in the Dark.

Anthony Morris's Latest Articles

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Before Dawn review: Anzac war horrors that shaped a nation

Based on real diaries, Before Dawn doesn’t shy away from the horrors of war, but it doesn’t hammer them home…

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Windcatcher, Stan review: fun family film with Jessica Mauboy

Running, family, ghosts ... and wind of more than one kind – this fast-moving Australian film smells like a winner.

Leah Purcell and Aaron Pederson in High Country. Image: Binge.
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High Country, Binge review: dark and potent crime drama

The Victorian-shot series starring Leah Purcell stands out from the pack with its authentically shady sense of place.

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The Nut Farm, film review: agreeably silly Australian comedy

Nut jokes abound, but in a family-friendly way, in Arj Barker's new comedy.

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Apples Never Fall, Binge review: a big twist inward

Red herrings, ticking mysteries and fluffy tennis balls combine in the series adaptation of Liane Moriarty's bestselling novel.

Dune: Part Two. Image: Warner Bros. Oscars 2025.
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Dune Part Two review: stunning and weird

Dune Part Two is an epic space opera that delivers on the promises made by the first film – and…

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The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live review: a little life left

Husband-and-wife team Rick and Michonne reuinite in the latest spin-off – which includes a cool artificial fist with a stabby…

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Better Date Than Never S2, ABC review: charming, likeable, human

The ABC's dating show with a difference offers a wholesome antidote to most reality shows about the ups and downs…

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Five Blind Dates, Prime review: a good time

Familiarity breeds a lot of fun in this new Australian romantic comedy from Shawn Seet.

Actress Tahlee Fereday as character Cate, a woman with brunette hair wearing a paramedic's uniform.
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Triple Oh!, SBS On Demand review: wryly funny adventures

The episodes in this new Australian show are short and punchy – and when the jokes appear they're worth the…

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