A+C Reuter New Cinema Group have announced the upcoming production of “Heroes of the 442nd,” a period drama based on the true story of Japanese-American volunteers from U.S. internment camps during World War II who fought for the 442nd Regiment in Europe. The film comes as a timely tribute following the recent 80th anniversary celebration…
Warwick Thornton’s The New Boy Selected for Cannes Film Festival
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Award-winning First Nations filmmaker, Warwick Thornton’s spiritual drama The New Boy has been selected for this years’ Cannes Film Festival Un Certain Regard program.This is the second film from Thornton to appear at the festival, after winning the Caméra d’Or Award for Samson & Delilah in 2009. The New Boy stars Cate Blanchett, Deborah Mailman,…
The wreck of the Montevideo Maru Found
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Approximately 1060 prisoners, both military and civilian, were lost. The ship sank with at least 850 Australian service members and 210 civilians from 14 countries, who ranged from a boy aged 15 to men in their sixties. Almost twice as many Australians died in this one incident than were killed in the entire Vietnam War.…
Maritime Museum – Serving Country exhibition honours First Nations’ Naval legacy
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An exhibition of photographic portraits depicting Indigenous servicemen and women opens at the Australian National Maritime Museum on April 20. Serving Country shares the unique and largely unknown history and legacy of Australia’s First Nations peoples’ servicemen and women, from more than a century of service. The Museum’s Manager of Indigenous Programs, Matt Poll, explained…
Vivid Sydney Announce Mike White & Jennifer Coolidge in Conversation
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In one of the biggest announcements in its 13-year history, Vivid Sydney has revealed that creator, writer and director of The White Lotus, Mike White, and star of the series, Jennifer Coolidge, have been added to the festival’s program for 2023. The two will join forces for Mike White & Jennifer Coolidge in Conversation –…
Team Australia named for Invictus Games 2023
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31 athletes will represent Australia at this year’s Invictus Games in Dusseldorf Germany this September. The Invictus Games is an international, adaptive multi-sports competition for serving and former military personnel who have been wounded, injured or become ill during their military service. Minister for Defence Personnel and Veterans’ Affairs, The Hon Matt Keogh MP, said…
CorkageFee Launches in Australia and New Zealand
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CorkageFee, the popular restaurant guide for wine enthusiasts, has announced its official launch in Australia and New Zealand. The app now features a comprehensive directory of restaurants, wineries, wine clubs, and wine-related businesses in both countries. “Our app is a unique community for wine enthusiasts and businesses alike, and we’re excited to bring it to…
Blade of the 47 Ronin
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Director Ron Yuan Starring Anna Akana, Mark Dacascos, Teresa Ting, Dustin Nguyen, Mike Moh, Chris Pang Rated MA Score 0/6 Ancient Japanese Ronin warriors set 300 years after 47 Ronin, in a modern-day world where Samurai clans exist in complete secrecy. For those of you playing along at home Blade of the 47 Ronin is…
The National Pickleball League Announce Austin Ignite
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The National Pickleball League™ (NPL Pickleball™) have announced the addition of Austin Ignite as its fifth team. Team Austin Ignite is owned by Steven Ungar, Scott Trevethan, Dike Ajiri, Rob Kroepel, and Shona Kerr, and is the first NPL™ team based in Texas where pickleball’s popularity is rapidly soaring. Austin Ignite will be joining previously…
The Old Way
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Director Brett Donowho Starring Nicolas Cage, Shiloh Fernandez, Noah Le Gros, Ryan Kiera Armstrong Rated MA Score 4/6 An old gunslinger and his daughter must face the consequences of his past, when the son of a man he murdered years ago arrives to take his revenge. For those of you who might be interested, from…