Category Archives: Australian Films

Bluey (Disney) Rated TV-Y

Posted on October 26, 2022 by laurarachel4

An Australian Blue Heeler Cattle Dog puppy has fun every day with her family and friends. Starring David McCormack, Melanie Zanetti, and Brad Elliott.  This is a cute little show for kids. It’s not really educational, but the everydayness of … Continue reading →

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Cleverman (Sundance) Rated NR

Posted on August 25, 2021 by laurarachel4

In the future, the creatures from ancient mythology must learn to live amongst the humans while trying to survive in a world where they are silenced, exploited, and destroyed. Starring Hunter Page-Lochard, Rob Collins, and Tasma Walton. There isn’t anything … Continue reading →

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The End (Showtime) Rated NR

Posted on August 6, 2021 by laurarachel4

 This series follows three generations of a family trying to find out the meaning of life, death, and everything in between. Starring Frances O’Connor, Harriet Walter, and Ingrid Torelli.  This show is a half-hour drama that has a lot happen … Continue reading →

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Upgrade (2018) Rated R

Posted on September 8, 2018 by laurarachel4

In the near future, technology controls our life. When Greg, who is a technophobe, has his life turned upside down, he gets a computer implant that’s bent on revenge. Starring Logan Marshall-Green, Melanie Vallejo, and Steve Danielsen. Wow! This film was … Continue reading →

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The Snowtown Murders (2011) Rated NR

Posted on August 16, 2018 by laurarachel4

Based on true events, a sixteen-year-old boy falls into the wrong crowd, where a spree of murder and torture begins. The crowd happens to belong to his mother’s boyfriend. Starring Lucas Pittaway, Bob Adriaens, and Louise Harris. You would think … Continue reading →

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The Great Gatsby (2013) Rated PG-13

Posted on April 11, 2018 by laurarachel4

A writer and wall street trader is drawn to his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Starring Lisa Adam, Frank Aldridge, Amitabh Bachchan, Leonardo DiCaprio, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Tobey Maguire, and Carey Mulligan. Baz Luhrmann does not disappoint with … Continue reading →

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Touch the Sun: Devil’s Hill (1988) Rated NR

Posted on December 30, 2017 by laurarachel4

Three kids’ whose mother is ill are sent to their cousin’s farm in remote Tasmania. Starring Peter Hehir, Mary Haire, John Flaus. Part of a TV film series which highlights different regions of Australia, this film is the cute, family friendly … Continue reading →

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Return to Nim’s Island (2013) Rated PG

Posted on December 23, 2017 by laurarachel4

Nim and her father receive a message that some people are going to buy the island and build an attraction. Starring Bindi Irwin, Toby Wallace, John Waters, Matthew Lillard. This film was made mostly to showcase Bindi Irwin and her message about protecting … Continue reading →

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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1986) Rated NR

Posted on November 2, 2017 by laurarachel4

 In the 1840s, two boys get into mischief with body snatchers and girls. Based on the book by Mark Twain. Starring Simon Hinton, Scott Higgins, Jane Harders, Michael Pate. A brilliant, animated rendition of a classic story, this film is perfect for children. It’s … Continue reading →

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Rosehaven (Sundance) Rated TV-14

Posted on October 27, 2017 by laurarachel4

Daniel McCallum returns to his small Tasmanian hometown, Rosehaven, to help his mother with her business. Starring Celia Pacquola, Luke McGregor, Kris McQuade, Katie Robertson, Noela Foxcroft. I loved this show. I was surprised by how brilliant it was. The humor is dry and direct, and … Continue reading →

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