Director Tom Laughlin (as T.C. Frank) Starring Tom Laughlin, Delores Taylor & Clark Howat Rated M Score 4.5/6 The half-breed Billy Jack lives in an Indian reservation protecting the Indians, the stallions and the students of the Freedom School, a peaceful art school run by Jean Roberts and where the students can choose their own…
ACCC to Actively Monitor Domestic Air Travel Market
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The ACCC welcomes today’s direction from the Australian Government to actively monitor and regularly report on the domestic air travel market, particularly in relation to its competitiveness. The aviation industry globally has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and is a critical industry to Australia. “A strong aviation industry is vital for Australian consumers…
Online Shopping Boom in Australia
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The global COVID-19 pandemic has set a new baseline for eCommerce in Australia, with online predicted to hold a 15 per cent share of the total retail market by the end of 2020. Australia Post today released the 2020 Inside Australian Online Shopping Report, which provides insight into the impact the pandemic has had on…
Time for some Ads
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Yes, that’s right it is That Time Again, it is Time for some Ads. So, if you want to advertise on The Movie Boards please get in touch and next time you see an ad on The Movie Boards, it could be one of yours. Also, if you have any questions or suggestions send us…
The World’s Best Film
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Director Joshua Belinfante Rated G Score 6/6 ‘The World’s Best Film’ is an anthology documentary following 12 people that are striving to be the world’s best at strange and amazing things. From the world’s best bummer of cigarettes to the world’s best town planner to the best griller of bananas. Filmed over a period of…
Dutch Netflix Series Undercover to Get Feature Film
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Netflix have announced that Frank Lammers and Elise Schaap – who made success as Ferry and Danielle in Undercover – will star together in the new feature film Ferry, about the drug lord’s early years. The film will have all the elements Undercover fans are used to: suspense, surprising plot twists, emotion and humor. The…
The Legend of the Five Coming to Cinemas From June 25
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Filmink Presents has announced the release of the Australian family fantasy adventure The Legend of the Five, only in cinemas from June 25. The Legend of the Five will be the first new Australian feature film to be released in theatres as COVID-19 restrictions ease. Making it the perfect family escape for the upcoming winter…
Katrina Channels Leaving Allen Street Interview – Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2020
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A big thank you to Katrina Channels taking the time to answer some questions about her Documentary Leaving Allen Street which is featured in the 2020 Melbourne Documentary Film Festival. Luke Farrell · Interview with Documentary Director Katrina Channels
Strangers to the World – Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2020
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Director Grant Fraser Rated M Score 6/6 Strangers to the World examines individual moral courage in the face of almost overwhelming pressure from the world to conform and in doing so, act against that conscience. A dramatised documentary starring Rachel Griffiths and Oscar Redding that examines the lives of two people, Etty Hillesum and Franz…
Cocktails Delivered to Your Door Anyone?
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As Australia’s bar industry reels from COVID-19 lockdowns, a Melbourne entrepreneur is supporting local distillers one cocktail at a time. Mel How has established The Cocktail Shop to support Australia’s incredible distillers, giving home cocktail makers a taste of the best local brands in easy-to-make cocktail kits delivered to your door. “Every alcohol and drink…
$16 Million Investment in WA Regional Film Production
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Screen production in Western Australia’s spectacular regions has received a $16 million investment over the next four years through the McGowan Government. The investment will be made to the WA Screen Fund (previously Western Australian Regional Film Fund), which encourages production in the State’s regions and helps to boost local economies. “You only have to…
10th Anniversary re-release of Inception
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Warner Bros. Pictures is partnering with exhibitors to invite audiences around the world to celebrate the 10th Anniversary re-release of Christopher Nolan’s critically acclaimed box office sensation “Inception” on July 17. This special anniversary theatrical event will also give audiences a never-before-seen look at footage from Nolan’s highly anticipated film “Tenet,” which will debut worldwide…
Netflix Announces Blood & Water Season 2
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Netflix have announced that Blood & Water has been renewed for a second season. In the second season, we will see Puleng and Fikile deal with the consequences of their explosive confrontation as more mystery and drama unfolds. Khosi Ngema, Ama Qamata, Natasha Thahane, Gail Mabalane, Cindy Mahlangu, Thabang Molaba, Arno Greeff and Dillon Windvogel…
Wongar – Melbourne Documentary Film Festival 2020
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Director Andrijana Stojković Rated G Score 5/6 Serbian-Australian writer Wongar lives a secluded life taking care of his 6 dingoes for which he believes embody the spirits of his tragically lost Aboriginal family. It is time for the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival, so before we get to far into things there is going to be…
Smiley Face Road Signs Prove Successful
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An evaluation of the ‘Smiley Face’ road sign trial has found the signs have been successful in slowing down drivers on Canberra’s roads. The trial of Smiley Face road signs that aims to reduce speeding by reinforcing positive driver behaviour ran from February 2018 until October 2019. Five signs were rotated around different residential locations…
Dick Tracy
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Director Warren Beatty Starring Warren Beatty, Madonna, Al Pacino Rated PG Score 5/6 All Tess Trueheart wants is to settle down to a quiet life with her boyfriend, detective Dick Tracy. But there’s something pretty rotten going on in town, with someone pretty rotten behind it, and Tracy has his hands full with the likes…
Belconnen Arts Centre Expansion has been completed
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The expansion of the Belconnen Arts Centre has been completed on time and on budget, with positive impacts from the project already being realised. Over 150 local contractors and 42 local businesses delivered the $15 million upgrade which will lead to more performances, more exhibitions and more community events. Minister for the Arts, Creative Industries…
Netflix announces multi-title partnership with Nigerian producer Mo Abudu
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Netflix and Mo Abudu, an acclaimed Nigerian producer, have entered into a groundbreaking multi-title partnership that will continue growing the company’s investment in Nigerian content. Under this partnership, Mo Abudu – through her production company, EbonyLife – will create two Netflix Original series as well as multiple Netflix branded films and a series that have…