Reviews

1950s-set sci-fi sees a pair discover a strange radio frequency.

It’s an impressively assured debut feature for Kitty Green.

Reese Witherspoon gives another expert portrayal of an uptight fusspot.

Tim Batt watches David Spade’s new comedy from a bed of self-inflicted pain.

The communal counter-culture of the 1960s is a surprising foundation for this mega-project.

Chris Hemsworth, action star in the old-school style of Schwarzenegger, Stallone and Norris.

It’s the same dark whimsy that made Roald Dahl a household name.

“Some gags are painstakingly constructed even when the punchline is dead obvious.”

“Done with Contagion and need to expand your quarantine viewing?”

Amy Ryan captivates, while Thomasin McKenzie lands gut punches.

Its highlights lie in great performances and a soundtrack that’s one of the best in years.

Remaking Force Majeure with less tension is like remaking The Birds with less birds.

Even with Todd Haynes directing, doesn’t do much to distinguish itself.

Revel in the singular, virtuosic performance of Phoebe Waller-Bridge herself.

There’s an infectious, wild energy and much of the gleefully crude humour hits its mark.

Perhaps never has the empty corner of a room or a hallway taken on more menacing overtones.

Noble but frustratingly uneven attempt to revitalise stale haunted house conventions.

It favours emotive performances over hyper-realism. *glares at Lion King*

“Expect to be impressed by how the action’s staged.”

“Almost like watching a South Auckland Karate Kid.”

“Here’s hoping it’s recognised as the local success story it is.”