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24.01.2022 The socially conscious drama, Misbehaviour, features performances from Keira Knightley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and rising icon Jessie Buckley. Nadine writes about this history-focused film, saying: Find out more here:... 'Fifty years down the track women are still fighting for gender equality and watching this clever and succinct period film reminds us of the pioneers who took risks and made big splashes in their attempts to bring down the patriarchy. Less a call to arms than a reminder of the work done and still to do, Misbehaviour stands as fine and timely entertainment.' https://www.thecurb.com.au/misbehaviour-review-a-clever-re/

23.01.2022 Perth Festival has made their first major announcement for the upcoming season... and yeah... it's a banger: https://www.thecurb.com.au/kung-fu-classic-goes-noongar-st/

22.01.2022 A new Sofia Coppola film should be cause for celebration, especially as she reunites once again with Bill Murray. But, with her latest film On the Rocks, we should maybe keep the champagne locked away for now, as this one is not worth the mention. Find out why here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/on-the-rocks-review-an-outdated/

22.01.2022 Liselle Mei's magnificent documentary Love Opera Film celebrates the brilliance of opera, while also highlighting the need for diversity and equality within this long running art form. Andrew writes at length about this delightful film, saying: 'With thanks to a film like Love Opera, just like the outdated masculine-driven mentality that still thrives within the art scene, my rather obnoxious stance on opera was challenged and reasserted. As with everything in life, being op...en to new opportunities, and learning from others, will only enrich our appreciation of the world, and hopefully guide us towards a more understanding mindset. ' Read more here: https://www.thecurb.com.au/love-opera-review-a-grand-soari/

22.01.2022 Who'd have thought that iconic director Bruce Beresford kicked off started his career with a film as bonkers and bizarre as the rude and raucous The Adventures of Barry McKenzie? Re-released on a brand spanking new bluray under the Ozploitation Classics banner by Umbrella Entertainment, Barry McKenzie is packed with lurid innuendo, corn chocked chunder, and rampant sexism. Some say it's a product of its time, while others call it one of the worst Aussie films ever. Whatever y...our opinion is, it's today's Movie Trailer Tuesday pick. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IPSmPiyocQ

21.01.2022 We welcome new writer to the site, Callum Thomas, with his first review: A write up on the women-driven spy flick, A Call to Spy. Callum champions the film below, calling it a fine example of the genre. Find out more here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/a-call-to-spy-review-a-wonderfu/

21.01.2022 Brandon Cronenberg's gloriously deranged film, Possessor, is out in Australian cinemas right now. Liam Dunn caught this horror film at the London BFI Film Festival, and had this to say about the genre flick: 'Cronenberg’s first feature Antiviral demonstrated that he was a filmmaker of enormous promise who was ready to explore the same worlds and themes as his father before him. With Possessor, he has fulfilled that promise by creating a world that feels alien while simultane...ously, all too familiar.' Check out his review here: https://www.thecurb.com.au/64th-bfi-london-film-festival-d/

18.01.2022 Documentarian Kirsten Johnson's new film, Dick Johnson is Dead, is out on Netflix right now. A new Kirsten Johnson documentary is a cause for celebration, and as such, we want to highlight her last film, the superb documentary Cameraperson. Andrew writes about this must-see film here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/cameraperson-review-a-documenta/

18.01.2022 One of the most vital and important films of the past few years is Maya Newell's timely documentary In My Blood it Runs. Following Arrernte Aboriginal boy Dujuan as he grows up Alice Springs, Australia, and the struggle he lives of having to learn white culture, all the while being denied the opportunity to learn Indigenous culture and languages, this film is an essential watch. Andrew caught up with director Maya Newell to discuss the filmmaking process and why this story i...s so important. Find out why here and give In My Blood it Runs a watch this NAIDOC week: https://www.thecurb.com.au/in-my-blood-it-runs-interview-w/

17.01.2022 Filmmaker Adrian Powers has a chat to Andrew about his short film, Brolga, and the art of collaboration, working with The Steve Jaggi Company, and Australian film. Give it a read here and watch Brolga at the end of the article: https://www.thecurb.com.au/ten-questions-with-brolga-direc/

16.01.2022 Today is International Podcast Day, and as such, we're highlighting some of the best filmmaking podcasts out there, from Team Deakins to Scriptnotes Podcast. These podcasts are great at educating filmmakers about the craft of making films, while also being extremely entertaining. Check it all out here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/international-podcast-day-2020-/

15.01.2022 While Christopher Reeve is best known for a certain cape-wearing superhero, he also starred in some excellent films that deserve a moment in the spotlight. BD Kooyman writes about one such film - Somewhere in Time - and celebrates Richard Matheson's adaptation of his own time travelling tale for its 40th anniversary. Give it a read here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/somewhere-in-time-review-the-sp/

14.01.2022 Exciting news coming out of Perth this week with the announcement about local distribution company HALO Films kicking off. Find out more here: https://www.thecurb.com.au/halo-films-has-launched-an-exci/

13.01.2022 Christopher Nolan fan Chris Spencer was, like many of us, anticipating the great directors latest work, Tenet. Now that most of the world has had a chance to see it, Chris jumps into this time bending narrative and discusses whether it stands up against his other films or not. Find out here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/tenet-review-excess-impresses-b/

12.01.2022 Production is underway on the thriller KIDNAPPED, a feature film currently shooting in Port Douglas and surrounds. KIDNAPPED is the latest project from The Steve Jaggi Company, and is a co-production with Canadian production company Sepia Films. The film is written by Australian writer Shanrah Wakefield and directed by Canadian director Vic Sarin. Set in a coastal paradise, KIDNAPPED is an edge-of-your-seat film starring Claire van der Boom (Palm Beach, Pulse) and Todd Lasanc...e (Spartacus, The Vampire Diaries, The Flash) who will next be seen in Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse. The story follows Savannah Morgan (van der Boom) a woman living her dream with her husband Brad (Lasance) and their four-year-old daughter, Aria, on a resort vacation in her birth country of Australia until Aria goes missing from the resort’s Kidz Club and it becomes her worst nightmare. Suspicions point everywhere, but ultimately the heart-pounding race to find the little girl alive leads Savannah to a discovery about her family that she never saw coming. Director Vic Sarin comments I have filmed all over the world and it is fantastic to be back in Australia after all these years. The Port Douglas community has been very good to us and the shoot is tracking really well. The story is centred around a missing child, which is any parent’s biggest fear, and something we think will resonate with audiences. Claire van der Boom adds I feel very lucky to be shooting here in Far North Queensland. It’s an idyllic, tropical setting that brings a contrast to the story of my character searching for her kidnapped daughter. I’m having a lot of fun with this cast and excellent crew. The production’s cast and crew are adhering to strict COVID-safe filming practices, and following guidelines set by the Queensland government. KIDNAPPED will be released in cinemas in 2021, as part of an exclusive deal with Event Cinemas. Worldwide distribution is being handled by Honalee Entertainment.

12.01.2022 Hey folks - we hope you're having a good weekend! If you didn't know, we have an active group on Facebook where discussions take place. Head on over and join in! Right now we're discussing the latest Robert Zemeckis film... The Witches!... https://www.facebook.com/groups/198279050891478/?ref=share

11.01.2022 The 64th BFI London Film Festival is coming up quick - next week in fact! - and person on the ground, Liam, has the rundown of what to catch at this years fest. https://www.thecurb.com.au/a-preview-of-the-64th-bfi-londo/

10.01.2022 There's a new documentary about, of all people, Paris Hilton. In an attempt to ground the celebrity who is famous for being famous, This is Paris looks at her life in a way we've not been afforded before. But, does that mean it's any good?... Scot writes about it here, covering its value at length: https://www.thecurb.com.au/this-is-paris-review-the-rebran/

09.01.2022 Voting for the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards is coming up, and there's some stellar films in consideration. Over the next week, we'll be highlighting some 'for your consideration' reviews for some of the films in the running. Finally, as we wrap up this week of 'for your consideration' posts for this years AACTA Awards, we want to highlight the realm of documentaries. There's a lot of great films up for the big prize this year, but one that ...deserves a nod is Tim Cole's island hopping music odyssey: Small Island Big Song . This is a vital film about our current world landscape, focusing on the various Pacific & Indian Ocean islands that are being affected by climate change. Through song and the overwhelmingly beautiful visuals of the islands, Small Island Big Song invites you into a world away from your own, and asks you to consider those who may lose their entire home. Give this deep interview with director Tim Cole a listen here, and find out why this great documentary deserves consideration this AACTA Awards season: https://www.thecurb.com.au/small-island-big-song-an-oceani/

06.01.2022 Hello folks! As you might have seen, The Curb has been a little quiet lately. Head writer and the guy that runs the show, Andrew, has been dealing with an ongoing illness which has kept him away from writing and reviewing lately. ... But, the films and events keep on coming, and as such, we wanted to put out a call out for Perth based writers who are keen on covering film and entertainment in Perth over the summer months. This is an unpaid role, but if you're interested, you get to attend some of the best events in Perth over the next few months, including Perth Festival and Fringe Festival events. If this sounds like something you're interested in, shoot Andrew an email at [email protected]! Otherwise, we'll be back in the flow over getting reviews and articles up soon enough, but first, a little bit of rest. We hope you're all going well otherwise! Andrew F Peirce

06.01.2022 Dirt Music is the latest West Aussie Tim Winton adaptation to make it to the big screen. This time round, Gregor Jordan directs imports Kelly MacDonald and Garrett Hedlund in this tale of love and loss. Andrew writes about the film at length here, highlighting its successes and failures, marking it down as an honourable stumble. Find out more in his review here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/dirt-music-review-the-beauty-of/

06.01.2022 The state of Victoria has been particularly hard hit this year with consecutive lockdowns and a terrible amount of lives lost by Covid-19. As Christmas comes along, so does a wonderful 'Secret Santa' initiative to help out small businesses and bring some joy to Victorians. Find out about it here:... https://www.thecurb.com.au/grassroots-initiative-to-tackle/

05.01.2022 This is an essential read about the proposed changes to the media landscape in Australia. If these changes concern or worry you, please get in touch with your local MP to voice your concern.

02.01.2022 We're proud to share the trailer and poster for The Climb. Coming to Luna Palace Cinemas in Perth, this film received the following accolades: Winner Un Certain Regard ‘Heart Prize’ Cannes Film Festival Winner Jury Prize Deauville Film Festival Official Selection Telluride Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival and South by Southwest... Check out the plot and trailer below: Kyle and Mike are best friends who share a close bond until Mike sleeps with Kyle's fiancée. The Climb is about a tumultuous but enduring relationship between two men across many years of laughter, heartbreak and rage. It is also the story of real-life best friends who turn their profound connection into a rich, humane and frequently uproarious film about the boundaries (or lack thereof) in all close friendships. https://youtu.be/zzLeLMSzC8s