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‘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.

Alexis Poulsen

11 Jun 2025

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‘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.

Alexis Poulsen

04 Jun 2025

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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,

Alexis Poulsen

28 May 2025

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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.

Alexis Poulsen

21 May 2025

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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.

Alexis Poulsen

14 May 2025

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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.

Alexis Poulsen

07 May 2025