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It was time for Oz ComicCon to hit our nation’s capital. This year more crowds gathered than ever to Epic Showgrounds to see what this year’s cosplayers and the tremendous amount of stalls had in store. As for myself, I am not part of any specific fandom, and I don’t feel a particular passion for […]
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In The Equalizer 3, the saga continues with Robert McCall, previously a formidable government assassin, now living a more subdued life in Southern Italy. However, his pursuit of peace is short-lived as he discovers that his newfound companions are ensnared by the tyranny of local crime lords. Embracing his past expertise, McCall becomes an unwavering […]
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Jawan is a thrilling foray into the tumultuous world of a man driven both by a personal vendetta and a promise made years ago to rectify societal injustices. This 2023 big-budget action spectacle stars the iconic Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) in dual father/son roles, going head-to-head with the fearsome outlaw Kalee Gaikwad, whose ruthlessness has […]
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The Hello Girls brought a lesser-known aspect of World War 1 (WW1) to centre stage. The musical is based on five real women who fought on the front lines during WW1. They were stationed in France, deployed to the phones to help coordinate efforts in the war. After some anticipatory hesitation, the women embrace the […]
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On the 5th and 6th of August, EPIC opened its doors to nerds of Canberra and beyond in the form of Oz Comic-Con. Oz Comic-Con describes itself as “…a series of annual events across the east coast of Australia, showcasing the best of entertainment and pop culture; including exhibitors, studio activations, celebrity guests, comics district, […]
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A review written by Hannah J Shaw with kind permission from Dendy Cinema, Canberra Upon first glance, Book Club: The Next Chapter may be one of those films the younger generation tend to roll their eyes at – a group of ladies in their seventies, a trip to Italy, and the caption: ‘Slightly Scandalous, Totally […]
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (GoG Vol. 3) emerges as an action/adventure tour de force, elegantly balancing the grandeur of cosmic battles with personal stakes that resonate with both the characters and the audience. In this enthralling instalment, GoG Vol 3 nails the action/adventure formula: the stakes are sharply delineated and compelling, tension thrives […]
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The first thing to say about Ari Aster’s third film is that it is insane. So, it’s fitting that it begins in a psychiatrist’s office. There we meet Beau, a man whose chronic fears keep him locked in a state of passivity. In the context of a psychiatric consultation, Beau’s issues look like private struggles […]
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The next time you find yourself scrolling through streaming services, looking for something that is going to please you, your partner, your housemate, your mum (or whatever range of diverse people you have gathered in your living room that makes you despair for your chances of pleasing them all), Polite Society would be a solid […]
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Between the current state of the world and the frantic end of semester, life has been pretty rough for UC students recently. But now we’re finally in the calm (for most of us at least) and it’s time to properly relax. Admittedly, options are still limited with how miserable it is outside, and I think […]
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