Sydney-born actress Kya Stewart grew up in a household of domestic violence. For her, acting was always an escape. Her first role was in a school production of the Christmas story where she played a King. Kya says she knew then, that she wanted to act for the rest of her life. Almost 30 years…
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Q & A with Antoniette Iesue: Promised
If new film Promised is anything to go by, the next generation of Australian screen talent is looking bright. Antoniette Iesue is the standout, glowing star of the low-key film alongside equally impressive young actor Daniel Berini. Based on actual events, we journey through time from the 1950s, when two Italian children are promised in marriage by…
Q & A With Rachel Griffiths: Ride Like a Girl
When Michelle Payne became the first female jockey to win the race that stops the nation, her Melbourne Cup triumph was always movie-worthy. Add to this Australian screen delight Rachel Griffiths who sat in the Director’s chair for the first time plus solid performances from the cast, Ride Like a Girl has seamlessly translated to the big…
Madeleine Madden Talks ‘Dora’ and the Importance of Being True to Yourself
Madeleine Madden first captured our attention in late 2010 when she became the first teenager in Australia to deliver an address to the nation. A spot usually reserved for politicians and sports figures, the then 13-year-old owned her moment and charismatically spoke about the urgent need to close the gap between indigenous and non-indigenous Australia….
The Rhino Movie Sir Richard Branson Wants You To See
There’s a short film Sir Richard Branson’s been facebooking, instagramming and tweeting about lately. It’s called Sides Of A Horn and it’s promising to open our eyes to the horrors of wildlife crime the way Blood Diamond (2007) opened our eyes to the illegal diamond trade. We had a chat to writer and director Toby Wosskow about why he felt compelled to make this film…
On the Blue Carpet With Taron Egerton and Dexter Fletcher
A glorious blue carpet was rolled out at the State Theatre in Sydney for the Australian premiere of the much anticipated story of Sir Elton John. Rocketman, is already being celebrated around the world – a four minute (plus) standing ovation at Cannes is quite the feat for an often objective audience! I had the pleasure…
Flying Elephants and Talking Lions: The Disney Movies You Need to See This Year
Flying elephants, talking lions, genies granting wishes and toys coming to life. It’s no wonder the Walt Disney production line continues to soar high – literally. This week it’s all about a live action version of beloved 1941 classic DUMBO. The flying elephant swoops into cinemas with intentions from the ‘Mouse House’, igniting a whole…
On The Red Carpet: Nicole Kidman, Destroyer Premiere
On a steamy, hot afternoon at the glorious Sydney Botanic Gardens, a line of press and photographers wait for the arrival of Australian screen royalty, Nicole Kidman. Dressed in an elegant white suit, wearing sparkly heels, Nicole graces the red carpet, smiling and waving to an adoring crowd. She’s in town for the premiere of her new film Destroyer by…
Q&A With Boy Erased’s Lindsey Moser
Based on the memoir by Garrard Conley, Boy Erased is a true story about the gay son of a small-town Baptist pastor who is forced into a cruel conversion therapy program by his parents. Australia’s own Joel Edgerton not only plays the head conversion therapist, he also steps behind the camera to direct this beautiful film which will send praise…
On the Black Carpet With Jamie Lee Curtis
The usual red carpet was swapped for an extensive black one inside Sydney’s iconic George Street Event Cinemas, on a frightful Tuesday evening for the Australian premiere of Halloween. The guest of honour? Jamie Lee Curtis. She’s the producer and lead in this long-time slasher series, and she has plenty to be proud of. As…
Journey Beyond Fear: The Refugee Documentary Everyone Needs To See
99 Minutes. Directed by Robyn Hughan, Produced by Steve Warne Why do refugees get on boats to come to Australia? Why don’t they do it the ‘right’ way and apply for refugee status first? Or stay in the country they escape to? What happens to them while they’re waiting to be re-settled? How bad can…