Netflix has finally come to Australia and New Zealand, and our writing staff have selected over 25 films of the best films to watch right now on the service.
“Mr. DeMille Is Ready for His Close-Up” – When Directors Step in Front of the Camera
In this longform piece we look at the strange, impressive and downright regrettable acting performances by feature film directors in films they themselves didn’t direct.
The Roundup – Todd Solondz Plans Pseudo-Sequel, Kevin Spacey in Call of Duty, and Fellini’s Commercials
This week on THE ROUNDUP, Todd Solondz announces follow-up to Welcome to the Dollhouse, Kevin Spacey in Call of Duty, Fellini’s TV commericals, the making of 2001: A Space Odyssey and more.
The Roundup – SBS Launches 400 Free Movies, Soderbergh’s B&W Indiana Jones and Iranian Cinephile Culture
This week on THE ROUNDUP, Rian Johnson talks with Terry Gilliam, gorgeous photos of cinemas in India, SBS positions itself as a minor Netflix rival and much more.
Under The Skin
Jonathan Glazer’s third feature has flashes of brilliance, yet forced empathy and a shoddy second half mar what could have been a (sustained) unique cinematic experience.