Reviews

Film Review: Slim & I spotlights country music's unsung legend
Kriv Stenders' insightful and entertaining documentary places Joy McKean in her rightful place centre stage, says Anthony Morris.

Book Review: 'How I Clawed My Way to the Middle' by John Wood
John Wood's autobiography is written with great warmth and passion, acknowledging the transitory essence of the theatre world.

Theatre review: The Pact by Bitten By Productions
With The Pact, a crunchy, low-fi, tech-drama, Bitten by Productions may perhaps have bitten off slightly more than they can…

Film Review: I Am Woman nails Helen Reddy's quiet self-possession
Unjo Moon's debut feature has profound affection for its subject but the script could have done so much more, argues…

TV Review: Hungry Ghosts is a trailblazing series
The ambitious Melbourne-made SBS drama deals specifically with Vietnamese experience but will resonate widely, writes Thuy On.

TV Review: Looky Looky Here Comes Cooky is Unapologetically Black
Told through songlines and stories, this response to the colonial celebration of Captain Cook is passionate and affirming, writes First…

Film Review: Lowdown Dirty Criminals is loads of fun
It's not breaking ground but this NZ crime caper comedy has charm and energy, and Rebecca Gibney as a great…

Film Review: 'Blood Vessel' is not exactly a pleasure cruise
The made-in-Melbourne tale of terror on the high seas is stronger on atmosphere than genuine fear, but genre fans will…

Film Review: 'Babyteeth' is a complex portrait of youth
This stage play adaptation is a far cry from your typical YA love story, writes Mel Campbell.

TV Review: 'Shaun Micallef's on the Sauce' to keep you off
The well-loved comedian takes a serious but entertaining look at Australia's relationship with alcohol.