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CHRIS DOS SANTOS
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Ever since he popped in 'The Lion King' VHS, Chris has been infatuated with film. He has a Bachelor in Film and Television, and is currently a manger at Greater Union. Chris practically lives at the cinema; whenever he is working, he is there watching the latest films - good, bad and everything in between.
TOP 3 ARTISTS: Shawn Mendes, Janelle Monae, The Cast of High School Musical
TOP 3 MOVIES: Titanic, Gone Girl, Love, Simon
BEST CONCERT: Adele at ANZ Stadium
FIRST MEMORY OF A FILM: Having to watch 'Bambi' whenever I couldn't sleep or was crying as an infant.
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'Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom' is an all-ages Halloween romp that will be sure to please audiences this spooky season. There are very few films that can be enjoyed by all age groups, and 'Shaun the Sheep' is truly the perfect example of that.
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From its animation to beautiful and important story about the value of memories and power of friendship woven with Filipino culture, this film is celebration of the people who are most important to us, and truly the reminder we all need not to forget those core memories of some of our most important relationships.
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'Coyote vs Acme' is a triumph; just getting to see the film released is enough reason to celebrate, but then to watch it and see this beautiful love letter to the Looney Tunes in a beautiful, poignant modern story is an absolute meep-meep success.
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For the die-hards, I'm sure they will enjoy spending more time with these characters; the callbacks to the original are done tastily and sparingly, and for everyone else it's going to be a fine time.
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After 'The Red Door' tied up the Lambert family's story, the 'Insidious' franchise felt done, but 'Out of the Further', while not spectacular, is a step up for the series. It proves there is still something worth exploring in this franchise, even if the film didn't nail the landing.
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When 'Spa Weekend' makes you laugh, it's because of the dynamic team-up of Mann, Faris, Buteau and Fisher; outside of that, it's generic comedy that has some light belly laughs. This 'Spa Weekend' might not be a full-body massage, but it's the first appointment on the road to more mum-comedies back on the big screen!
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Like us, the film is too fixated on its odd premise but just doesn't know what to do with it. To the detriment of Barbaro and Turner's chemistry, it's a rom-com that attempts both, but the script needed more than 'One Night Only' to make it work.
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When 'Stop! That! Train' is funny, she is funny, but from AI use (escàndalo!) to wasted cameos, it doesn't completely pull this off. They make it work, and if you're even a casual fan, you'll get some laughs out of it. It is a treat to see drag queens shine on the big screen, but I hope the next time we see them it's more of a roaring success and without any AI!
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'Supergirl' is a really fun superhero action film led by a strong performance from Aussie Milly Alcock. It might not reach the heights of the DCU's debut film 'Superman', but 'Supergirl' finally gets her own movie, celebrating everything the world loves about her, and it only took 42 years to get this character properly portrayed on the big screen!
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'The Death of Robin Hood' is a lot: a gory, bloody, violent film, a 'Logan' copy-cat, a visual treat, and also a revisionist look at a classic character. While it doesn't fail at any, it never quite sticks the landing on any of these ideas either.
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'Mockbuster' is the ultimate love letter to having a passion or a dream, and that it's never too late to go out and chase those dreams. It also provides a compelling look at how The Asylum operates. It's the ultimate double feature for anyone who has ever dreamed of picking up a camera and making a film.
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'I Want Your Sex' is truly a wild ride, but incredibly fun. With stellar performances from Hoffman and Wilde, it's a sexy comedy that you wouldn't want to miss, which, while making us laugh, reminds us that it's okay to fulfil that sexual desire we all have buried deep inside.
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When 'Masters of the Universe' leans into its pulpy, campy roots, it absolutely soars, but the film gets bogged down in its bloated plot. For die-hard fans, this is the ultimate adventure. It captures the essence of the animated series while remaining a modern blockbuster.
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'Power Ballad' pairs the unlikely duo of Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas and turns into another heartfelt music dramedy from John Carney. While it leans into the comedy more than his previous films, it's still another enjoyable film in his ever-growing filmography.
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For a franchise known for its fight sequences, it more than delivers on that front, but it still gets weighed down by its reliance on plot. For fans, it's a Flawless Victory, but for those unfamiliar with the source material, they will deem it a Fatality.
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'The Sheep Detectives' soars with its comedic premise but excels with its heartwarming message. It's the perfect mix of comedy and deep and meaningful emotional beats. It's not only one of 2026's biggest surprises, but could end up as one of the year's best.
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'Michael' is just another biopic about a musician that only scratches the surface of the artist’s career. The film is so desperate to steer clear of providing any backstory to Jackson's story - be it positive or negative.
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'The Drama' delivers on the title and then some, with stellar performances from its leads and a plot where you just don't know which wild direction it's going to take you next. RSVP "yes" to the messiest and juiciest wedding of the year!
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'The Magic Faraway Tree' is a fun beginner's fantasy family venture. It's skews younger than many other live-action family fantasy films - but that's its advantage, along with the stellar British cast. If you just need a fun, wholesome piece of family media this Easter School Holidays, this is a top contender.
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'The Moment' ends Charli XCX's gigantic Brat era in the perfect Brat way. It's made for her fans, and everything in this film is for them to enjoy. It has great British humour, and following the current concert movie trend, it provides its own unique twist on what a pop star film can be in a way that only Charli and the Brat era could achieve.
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'EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert' is a technical feat like no other. The seamless restoration efforts, matched with a charismatic talent, make this a historical documentary. It's also a testament to Luhrmann's dedication and passion for what he's making.
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From miscast leads lacking chemistry to a bland romance and a misguided focus on its themes - both Emerald Fennell's own and that of the novel - 'Wuthering Heights' is an uninspired misfire that will alienate fans of the source material and newcomers alike. Adaptation is and will always be tricky, but here they just aren't interested in adapting any aspect of that story, turning this into fanfiction.
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‘Send Help’ is a non-stop blast, bring camp back to the big screen in a fun and intentional way. From the gore to laughs, it’s all perfectly balanced to make this one of 2026’s funniest surprises.
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'Is This Thing On?' once again proves Cooper's directing talents, Dern's phenomenal acting, and showcases that Arnett can do drama, but not much more. Its title might make you think this has more to do with stand-up than it does, when in fact it's a dramedy about a marriage that offers more light chuckles than thunderous laughs.
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'The Housemaid' isn't a shocking thriller; its twists, while fun, are predictable and not re-inventing the wheel. The film works because the people behind it were having fun, and sometimes that's all you need.
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This year's Gay Sad Oscar Bait Romantic Drama is a perfectly serviceable piece of media. 'The History of Sound' has great performances from its leads, but it all just never comes together to form the perfect melody.
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'Christmas Karama' is well-intentioned, but comes across as a mess. From the bad, bland musical numbers, to disconnected cultures and a truly wildly odd cast. This version of 'A Christmas Carol' will make you want to say, "Bah, Humbug!"
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It's a serviceable, enjoyable film that you will forget the second you leave the theatre. If it's magic you're looking for, you've come to the wrong film - but if a fun, mindless heist film is what you're craving, then you're in the right place.
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This is one of the year's best films, with Rose Byrne the current frontrunner for Best Actress. It is so perfectly crafted that every emotion feels like your own, and so authentically depicts the horrors and joys of being a mother.
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'Good Fortune' has a strong ensemble cast and good jokes that help this generic story about life feel more engaging. It has the bones to be a knock-out, but it falls flat.
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'Kiss of the Spider Woman' does have gorgeous musical numbers and a beautiful story of two cellmates bonding, but the two fail to be integrated successfully to pull off a satisfying final product. The performances are knockouts, as is the singing and dancing, but this spider is one that I only want to kiss once.
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While it does have a strong focus on the hypersexualisation of its (underage!) female characters, the action is a cinematic treat.
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In a cinematic landscape that frequently feels overrun with biopics, this really is a breath of fresh air and an absolute delight that will have you giggling while pulling at your heartstrings.
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'The Smashing Machine' has such strong performances from Johnson and Blunt but it lacks narrative focus and an emotional core that hinders this from being a total knockout.
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'Spinal Tap II' is purely for die-hard fans of one of the most famous fake bands of all time. It's nice to reunite with the pioneers of the mockumentary genre and see them together one last time - even if it's hitting a weaker note.
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'Kangaroo' might not reach the heights of a 'Red Dog', but its talented cast makes this an enjoyable romp with one of Australia's most iconic native animals.
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'The Conjuring: Last Rites' might not live up to the heights of the series's first two films, but it's a sweet send-off for some of horror's most iconic characters. While it lacks the scares, it has some great creative moments that make this a fun watch.
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'Ne Zha 2' is a visual, crowd-pleasing epic. If you missed it or want to experience it again on the big screen, this new English dub is the perfect way to enter the world of 'Ne Zha'.
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'Freakier Friday' isn't the greatest sequel of all time, but considering how a lot of these legacy sequels turn out, it's a genuinely enjoyable time. It knows that its audience just wants to see Lohan and Curtis together again, and that's completely fine. If you love the original, you'll enjoy this and truly, sometimes that's all you need.
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'Bride Hard' is such an empty watch. It's not so bad, it's good - it's just there. These are pictures to fill the screen so that audiences can sit in silence. It offers nothing, and somehow gives even less.