Contributor Shane O’Reilly

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In Praise Of

How Smithereens captured the scuzzy charm of post-punk New York

by Shane O’Reilly

Susan Seidelman’s debut feature is an unflinching portrait of the city’s underground scene.
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In Praise Of

Good afternoon, good evening and good night: The Truman Show at 20

by Shane O’Reilly

Jim Carrey’s portrayal of a man trapped in his own reality TV show remains as captivating as ever.
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Women In Film

25 new films by female directors you need to see in 2018

by Shane O’Reilly

Start getting excited for new works from Amma Asante, Marielle Heller and Mia Hansen-Løve.
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If You Like...

10 essential Indigenous Australian films

by Shane O’Reilly

To celebrate the release of Sweet Country, seek out these amazing works directed by and starring native Australians.
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How Don Bluth changed the face of feature animation

by Shane O’Reilly

From his studio in Dublin, the American animator rivalled Disney during the 1980s and early ’90s.

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