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Freakier Friday – a welcome return to body-swapping chaos and chick flick comedy

MORE than two decades after it first flipped our expectations (and its characters’ identities) upside down, the beloved body-swap comedy Freaky Friday is getting a sequel - and it’s shaping up to be every bit as bold, heartfelt and chaotic as fans could hope for.

‘Here Comes the Bride ... With a Vengeance’: Rebel Wilson delivers action and laughs in Bride Hard

THIS August, audiences are invited to Rsvp for the wedding event of the year - but with a twist that no guest could see coming.

Marvel’s ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ set to usher in a bold new era for the MCU

AFTER years of anticipation, Marvel Studios is finally ready to re-introduce its original superhero team to a new generation with The Fantastic Four: First Steps.

Four Letters of Love - A poetic ode to destiny, longing and connection

FOLLOWING weeks of a cinematic landscape dominated by family films and big screen blockbusters, Four Letters of Love arrives like a breath of lyrical fresh air - an unapologetically tender and introspective drama that dares to believe in the mystical, mysterious undercurrents of destiny.

A New Dawn: James Gunn’s Superman soars on the horizon

HOPE. It’s the word most closely associated with Superman - emblazoned as the meaning behind the iconic ‘S’ symbol on his chest.

Jurassic World: Rebirth breathes new life into a billion-dollar dinosaur legacy

EVER since Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park roared into cinemas in 1993, the world has been captivated by the idea of bringing dinosaurs back to life - and the catastrophic consequences that follow.

Brad Pitt races into high gear in ‘F1: The Movie’

AS THE world of cinema gears up for another adrenaline-fueled blockbuster, F1: The Movie is poised to make a grand entrance onto the track - and the screen - with a rev of cinematic horsepower that only Hollywood heavyweights can deliver.

‘Materialists’ - love in a modern age of perfection and chaos

WHAT happens when the heart wants what the algorithm cannot explain? That’s the central question pulsing beneath the surface of Materialists, the stylish, star-studded romantic drama set for release this week.

‘Ballerina’ dances into the deadly world of John Wick

THE high-octane, bullet-sprayed world of John Wick continues to expand its cinematic universe with the much-anticipated release of Ballerina, a spin-off feature that shifts the spotlight to a new assassin and injects a fresh yet familiar dose of adrenaline into the franchise.

Karate Kid: Legends brings the past and future together in a bold new chapter

OVER four decades since Daniel LaRusso first crane-kicked his way into the hearts of movie-goers and more than a decade since Dre Parker found his footing under Mr Han’s guidance in Beijing,

Lilo & Stitch set to bring heart, humour. and ohana to a new generation

AS DISNEY continues to expand its roster of live-action re-imaginings, Lilo & Stitch is next in line to tug at our heartstrings and bring a beloved animated classic into a fresh spotlight.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning: One Last Ride for Ethan Hunt

IN AN era dominated by reboots and spin-offs, few franchises have maintained the consistency, innovation, and adrenaline-pumping excitement that Mission: Impossible has delivered for nearly three decades.

Tinā (Mother) – A stirring ode to grief culture and the healing power of song

AOTEAROA’S latest cinematic triumph Tinā (Mother) has made a powerful impact on Australian shores since its May 1 release proving once again that stories rooted in cultural experience often strike the deepest universal chords.

Marvel’s Thunderbolts SET TO JOLT THE MCU back to life - Early buzz calls it one of Marvel’s best

LET’S be real - it’s been a hot minute since a Marvel movie got everyone buzzing like the good old days (perhaps excluding Deadpool Vs Wolverine).

Ben Affleck returns as the math-savvy vigilante in The Accountant 2

BEN Affleck is suiting up once again as Christian Wolff, the enigmatic and numbers-obsessed antihero in the upcoming sequel The Accountant 2.

The Penguin Lessons brings heart, humour and history to the big screen

THIS week sees the release of The Penguin Lessons, a quietly powerful dramedy that’s already melting hearts and earning praise ahead of its Australian release.

Death of a Unicorn gallops toward screens with dark magic and star power

PREPARE for the most bizarrely whimsical and blood-soaked cinematic experience of the year: Death of a Unicorn is charging into cinemas, horns blazing.

A Minecraft Movie: Crafting Adventure for Gamers and Beyond

SINCE its debut in 2009, Minecraft has become more than just a game - it’s a global phenomenon.

Jason Statham returns to form in action thriller A Working Man

JASON Statham is back in what promises to be a gripping and high-stakes thriller with A Working Man, a forthcoming action film that blends pulse-pounding suspense with a deeply personal story of redemption.