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Two dancers performing a dramatic dance routine on stage, with the male dancer supporting the female dancer as she arches her back. The scene is dark with dramatic lighting, emphasising the movement and emotion of the performance.
Review

Creature

by Lillian Crawford

Asif Kapadia’s collaboration with choreographer Akram Khan expertly manifests Michael Powell’s dream of a feature-length ballet film.

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Anticipation
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Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
A woman in sunglasses, a light blue top, and beige trousers, carrying a brown leather bag, standing outdoors on a pathway.
Review

The Strays

by Anton Bitel

A woman who has worked hard to hide her past finds she can’t run from it forever in Nathaniel Martello-White’s assured debut.

3
Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
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Festivals

Inside – first-look review

by Hannah Strong

Willem Dafoe plays an art thief who becomes trapped in a high-tech luxury pent house in Vasilis Katsoupis’ unusual thriller.
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How the biopic became the new must-have IP for film studios

by William Kohler

The success of films like Elvis and Bohemian Rhapsody prove that there’s still a huge appetite among audiences for the familiarity these films offer, particularly in the age of franchise domination.
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Festivals

Tótem – first-look review

by Marina Ashioti

Lila Avilés’ affecting second feature explores the essence of impending loss through the eyes of a young child.
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Review

Broker

by Charles Bramesco

Hirokazu Koreeda’s latest tale of found families focuses on an illegal South Korean adoption scheme, run by two grifters with hearts of gold.

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Anticipation
4
Enjoyment
4
In Retrospect
Three people, two women and one man, seated on a boat, looking out over water.
Festivals

Past Lives – first-look review

by Rafa Sales Ross

Celine Song’s feature debut is a tender exploration of multiethnic romance, complimented by nuanced performances from Greta Lee and John Magaro.
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Festivals

The Shadowless Tower – first-look review

by Patrick Gamble

Inspired by a friendship with a young photographer, a middle-aged man living in Beijing reconnects with his estranged father in Zhang Lü’s poignant drama.
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The Oscar Goes To...

Why Decision to Leave deserves the Best Costume Design Oscar

by Josh Slater-Williams

Park Chan-wook’s elegant neo-noir has been shut out of the awards race, but Jung Ae Kwak’s impeccable costume work deserves a closer look.
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Festivals

Reality – first-look review

by Caitlin Quinlan

Sydney Sweeney plays NSA whistleblower Reality Winner in Tina Satter’s adaptation of her own play, with effective results.