Penelope Debelle
Avatar: The Way of Water: Extended dive into the blue is deep – but not meaningful
The sentimental familiarity and dazzling look of the sequel 13 years after the original Avatar must be its own reward, as we return...
It’s a wrap: Favourite films of 2022
From action-packed blockbusters to exciting indie releases, heartbreaking gems and movies that were difficult to watch but unforgettable, film reviewer Penelope Debelle...
She Said shows how Harvey Weinstein tried to stop his accusers and #MeToo
This new biographical drama has echoes of Spotlight (2015), which followed an investigative team on the trail of widespread and institutionally condoned...
Film review: Black Panther – Wakanda Forever
The sad loss of Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman at 43 is handled with majesty and grace in this action-packed, globe-trotting sequel....
Harry Styles is the man to watch in queer period drama My Policeman
Harry Styles’ performance will be a lure for much of the audience for queer period drama My Policeman, which sees the actor-singer...
The bush outshines the beast in this classily-made Australian horror story
Things not to do when being stalked by a carnivore in the bush: Tell a friend to wait here because you’ll be...
A force for nature walking among giants
Environmentalists never really retire, so when Bob Brown was asked to be part of The Giants, a poetic documentary about Australian trees and...
The Angels – Kickin’ Down the Door: An intimate portrayal of an Aussie rock icon
Being in a rock band isn’t easy, according to rhythm guitarist John Brewster; and he was quoting The Angels’ lead singer, Doc...
Science fiction features as the genre of choice for next-generation Aussie films
At this month’s Adelaide Film Festival, three of the Investment Fund features – the international creative showcase for SA talent – are...
The Quiet Girl: This small, perfect and very moving film reminds us of the power of storytelling
Imagine the Hollywood pitch: A young Irish girl who doesn’t say much is sent by her struggling family to stay with distant...