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becky
A movie which increases exponentially in violence and craziness as it progresses, Becky is an entertaining ride for those after some crazy mixed with gore.
savage
Raw and visceral that will pull at every heart string, Savage is a New Zealand gang film of thundering power that will leave you with haunting questions long after the credits roll.
bill & ted face the music
Although the film’s conclusion seemed a little anticlimactic, Bill & Ted Face the Music is an entertaining ride through time and space.
the australian dream
It will hit you with the force of a freight train and will leave you in a seething mess of tears and wanting to make a difference in our world. The Australian Dream is one of the best films of this year.
fatima
Although there are a few moments that can drag ever so slightly, Fatima is a compelling true story that not only leaves the audience with deep questions of faith but a little hope as well.
the quarry
The Quarry explores themes of sin and redemption in this gritty, bare knuckle drama that can be slow at times but the searing performances from the two leads is more than worth the watch.
return to gandhi road
Return to Gandhi Road is a wondrous snapshot into the personal, spiritual journey of an intrepid Kiwi explorer, with beautiful cinematography that takes one on a wondrous journey of the senses.
lowdown dirty criminals
Although not a completely original concept with a few wobbles, Lowdown Dirty Criminals has more than enough on offer to entertain.
tenet
Even though Tenet has clunky dialogue that can slow it down at times, it's still an ambitious, complex, action stacked thriller that demands the full cinematic experience.
papi chulo
Even though it slightly loses direction during the concluding act of the film, Papi Chulo is a sweet film of friendship across the cultural divide.
the amazing johnathan documentary
The Amazing Johnathan Documentary is a peculiar thing that explores both the director and the subject of the documentary. Now streaming on DocPlay.
one man and his shoes
An intriguing exploration of Nike and their lucrative partnership with Michael Jordan that not only celebrates the famous shoes but severely and rightly corrects their deadly impact. Now streaming on DocPlay.
romantic road
Romantic Road is a taut, thrilling adventure with a love story decades in the making thrown in for good measure with dazzling cinematography.
23 walks
While 23 Walks won’t reinvent the genre, it’s still a sweet film anchored by marvellous performances from Johns and Steadman.
military wives
Petty fights with friends can co-exist with husbands injured at war, which can also co-exist with finding the right harmony at choir. Military Wives is private, personal, crushing and wholly triumphant.
this town
Entertaining and intriguing, This Town is fun and familiar in the very best way. Another quality example of watching our own fabulous country and culture on the big screen.
where'd you go, bernadette
With an unbalanced structure and a mystery that doesn’t really need solving, Where’d You Go, Bernadette is saved with a magnificent performance from its star Cate Blanchett.
the King of staten island
At times hilarious at others heartbreakingly raw and poignant, The King of Staten Island is a beautiful exploration of grief and taking control of your chaotic life.
radioactive
Radioactive is a cleverly crafted film that presents a haunting true story in an undeniably beautiful way.
waves
Waves is a powerful film with an astounding cast, slightly let down by a meandering structure.
calm with horses
Calm with Horses is an excellent striking debut, which clearly displays director Nick Rowland's skill and his ability to create more with less and elicit strong performances from his actors.
bel canto
Confusing or all-encompassing, Bel Canto is an intriguing tale topped with a sparkling set of stars.
the personal history of david copperfield
The Personal History of David Copperfield is a masterfully sumptuous adaptation of Dickens classic work with wondrous dialogue, a cracking tale and a superb ensemble cast led by Dev Patel making it one of 2020’s best films.
the King of staten island
At times hilarious at others heartbreakingly raw and poignant, The King of Staten Island is a beautiful exploration of grief and taking control of your chaotic life.
radioactive
Radioactive is a cleverly crafted film that presents a haunting true story in an undeniably beautiful way.
the vigil
A small film that punches above its weight, The Vigil will have you closing your wardrobe door and leaving a nightlight on before bedtime lest the Mazzick comes knocking.
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britt-marie was here
Britt-Marie Was Here is a beautiful, feel good film that will leave you feeling all fuzzy and warm for days.
shirley
Shirley is an impressive, engaging and at times unsettling film with absorbing performances from Elizabeth Moss and Odessa Young.
