Miranda dissects the hive-mind themes, the racial commentary, the illusion of independence, and the show’s commentary on AI and collective labour.

Tamzyn falls down the “would I join the collective?” rabbit hole — torn between terror and the warm fuzzy vibes.

Clayton breaks down why Carol is the perfect unlikeable protagonist and why consent sits at the heart of the entire story.

High-concept, unsettling, and addictive.

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Miranda digs into the atmosphere and thematic layers while acknowledging the intentional lack of character grounding.

Clayton unpacks the tight, unsettling camerawork and the brilliance of Tatiana Maslany’s layered performance.

This is indie horror at its most ambiguous — where you make your own meaning, or wander lost in the fog.

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We talk themes, visual language, identity, and how the film balances discomfort, and truth.

From production insights to creative process to the emotional core of the story, this is a conversation about art, autonomy, and representation.

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Miranda dives into the book/show differences, Ciri’s evolution, and why the series still scratches that original GOT itch.

Tamzyn talks through Liam Hemsworth stepping into the White Wolf’s boots, the emotional arcs, and why the show feels like two travelling parties desperately missing each other.

…world-building and pacing. Magic, war, queer love stories — we cover it all.

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Miranda found herself haunted by the real-world religious practices under the surface, while Tamzyn breaks down why the “true story” angle works… until it doesn’t.

Clayton unpacks the queer themes, the pacing problems, and the standout performances from Elizabeth Cullen and Genevieve Mooy.

It’s atmospheric, unsettling, and maybe 30 minutes too long — but is it worth the watch?

We discuss. LISTEN NOW

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Miranda calls it the Predator film people feared Disney would make, while Tamzyn and Clayton were living for the IMAX chaos, creature reveals and unexpected heart.

We unpack the Yautja glow-up, the android duo, space-bully revenge arcs, and whether this bold tone shift pays off. From practical effects to new monster lore — we’ve got thoughts.

Big ones. LISTEN NOW

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Long before the Losers’ Club faced Pennywise, this stylish prequel dives into how fear itself took root.

Tamzyn, Miranda and Clayton sink their teeth into those first two chilling episodes.

From pastel-washed horror and ‘60s Americana gone wrong, to twisted births, weaponised evil, and the unseen presence that still haunts the sewers.

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The team unpacks this slow-burn supernatural spy thriller that mixes secret societies, telepaths, and a dash of queer-coded intrigue.

Think Bourne Identity meets Vampire: The Masquerade.

Moody, mysterious, and full of dark promise.

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Tamzyn and Clayton are all in on the charm, fashion, and slow-burn dynamics that make this procedural sparkle.

With heart, humour and a standout lead, it’s clever, feminist fun that proves brainy can still be bold.

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With just four jam-packed episodes, this animated series throws Kamala Khan into a zombie apocalypse full of undead Avengers, Wanda Maximoff, and a few too many cameos for comfort.

Miranda breaks down why the pacing and character pile-up left her cold, while Tamzyn admits she’s glad it wrapped fast — before the chaos got too repetitive.

Together, they ask: does this feel like a full meal or just a messy snack between Marvel movies?

Available: Disney+

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That’s the wild premise of Primitive War, based on Ethan Pettus’s cult novel and directed by Luke Sparke.

Tamzyn and Miranda unpack the film’s blend of war drama and creature feature, from its surprisingly serious tone to the uncanny CGI raptors that occasionally break the spell.

Made on the Gold Coast with a modest budget, the film swings big on concept but struggles under its 2-hour-plus runtime.

Still, feathered dinos and gritty tension make it an ambitious addition to Australia’s growing genre scene.

Available: Digital purchase platforms

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Damian Lewis and Kelly Macdonald lead a family of “reluctant bloodsuckers” trying to stay clean and stay normal — until a bloody accident blows their secret wide open.

Tamzyn finds it charming and oddly YA in tone, while Miranda unpacks its deeper themes of addiction and shame.
Together, they explore why this film works better as family drama than vampire romp, and how its emotional core keeps it grounded in humanity rather than horror.

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• From London’s National Theatre to Melbourne cinemas — why Inter Alia matters.

• Rosamund Pike’s powerhouse turn as Judge Jessica Parks, balancing robe and family.

• The weight of modern motherhood and masculinity — and the generational divide it exposes.

• Theatre on screen: how filming keeps the intimacy and impact alive.

• Our own reactions — plus what our friends thought mid-screening.

• Why this is more than “theatre,” it’s a mirror for society.

Not our usual geekiness, but a story that stirs and demands conversation. Listen in and feel it with us.

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• Kogonada (Columbus, After Yang) directs a film that’s visually stunning but emotionally uneven.

• Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell lead a stacked cast — but does their relationship ever truly spark?

• Cinematographer Benjamin Loeb and composer Joe Hisaishi deliver a feast for the eyes and ears.

• Quirkiness, magical doors, and whimsical touches that don’t always land.

• Why this movie might leave you restless… or in awe, depending on what you look for.

Is A Big Bold Beautiful Journey worth the ride, or will you be one of the walkouts?

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• The absurd, gory joy of a killer mouse on the Staten Island Ferry.

• Disney nods everywhere — from princess names to Club 33.

• David Howard Thornton brings creepy physicality to the mutant mouse.

• Why the changing mouse size is ridiculous but weirdly fun.

• Public domain horror fodder — from Winnie-the-Pooh to Popeye, Superman, and beyond.

Not serious cinema — but dumb horror fun that’s perfect for a late-night laugh.

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• A simple idea comes alive — literally — in Sketch.

• How doodles, crayons, and chalk monsters capture both chaos and charm.

• The film’s honest take on grief without sugarcoating for kids.

• Teamwork, creativity, and a sketch app that extends the story.

• Why Sketch feels like a genuine family film, not just for kids.

Is this the surprise feel-good hit of the school holidays? Tune in and decide.

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• Meet Baku, a dream spy turned hero in Kamen Rider Zeztz.

• Why this 55-year-old franchise still feels fresh and international.

• Over-the-top martial action, goofy comedy, and Adam West camp vibes.

• The dream world spy persona Code 7 versus waking life struggles.

• Nightmares, lucid dreams, and monsters born from the subconscious.

• Nod to James Bond, neon transformations, and a robot motorbike boss.

For both kids and adults, Zeztz is playful, bizarre, and bursting with energy.

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• James Gunn and John Cena deliver more madcap anti-hero chaos.
• Peacemaker and the 11th Street Kids search for a new direction.
• Is the ‘Best Dimension Ever’ all it’s cracked up to be?
• Griping about ‘bird blindness’.

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• Miranda and Clayton ask ‘is this really based on a true story?’
• Discuss the real life Ed and Lorraine Warren, along with the haunting the film is based on
• And balance the film as a piece of entertainment.
• Are we glad to say goodbye to the Conjuring franchise?

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• Miranda and Clayton reflect on this Stephen King adaption
• Ask ‘is this world all that far fetched’?
• And delight in Mark Hamill’s on-screen villain era.

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• The Addams family is back with bigger stakes and new faces

• Wednesday shows cracks beneath her deadpan queen persona

• Soundtrack perfection: Zombie, Bad Moon Rising, orchestral goth drops

• Quirky episode titles keep the woe-playfulness alive

• what do we really think???

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• Josh Hartnett returns in a ridiculous yet brilliant action ride

• Ninjas on a plane, chainsaws mid-air, and slapstick carnage

• Fight choreography turns food trolleys into weapons of mass destruction

• Messy, funny, and violent with a bit too much moralising

• Not perfect, but is it entertaining enough to keep us strapped in???

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• Alien returns to its roots with retro-tech dread and moody corridors

• New creatures like the “Eye” parasite bring fresh, terrifying body horror

• Humanity’s greed proves scarier than the xenomorphs

• Wendy’s synthetic consciousness arc is chilling and moving

• Critics call it bold, terrifying, and imaginative — do we agree???

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• A teacher’s ordinary day takes a chilling turn.

• A film best entered knowing as little as possible.

• Performances that unsettle in all the right ways.

• Claustrophobic cinematography keeps the tension razor-sharp.

• A reveal that will split audiences right down the middle.

  LISTEN NOW! –  Is this a must-see mystery or one best left unsolved?

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From mimicry masterclasses to wardrobe wins, we unpack why this film had us cackling, gasping, and maybe even getting a little mushy (just a little).

Grab your popcorn, channel your inner confused teen or over-it adult, and join us for a joyful romp through one of the most fun flicks of the season.

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LISTEN IN TO HEAR — From queer cosmic chaos to haunting animation, absurd Thai ghost stories to homegrown zombie chills, here’s what we’ve seen so far — plus the ones we’re itching to get our eyes on next.

🎬 Seen & Reviewed

• Lesbian Space Princess

• We Bury the Dead

• A Useful Ghost

• Maya, give me a little – Michel Gondry

• Death Does Not Exist

🔮 Anticipated / Upcoming

• Beast of War (review coming soon)

• Toxic Avenger (review coming soon)

• Exit8

• The End

• Good Boy

• Zombucha!

• The Legend of Ochi

• Twinless

• Two People Exchanging Saliva

• 1000 Women in Horror

• The Dysphoria

• Space Cadet

• Went Up the Hill

• Dead Lover

• It Ends (reviewing next week)

The Melbourne International Film Festival for 2025 runs from Thursday, 7 August to Sunday, 24 August — that’s 18 full days of cinema, from opening galas to XR experiences, talks, and more

You can head over to the MIFF website for full details — including program listings, tickets, passes, and festival info

https://miff.com.au/

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• Marvel’s First Family returns with a bold new beginning.

• A lighter, more playful tone than past Fantastic Four attempts.

• Strong team chemistry and fresh character dynamics.

• Balancing cosmic stakes with personal stories.

• Teases of a wider Marvel cosmic future.

Is this finally the Fantastic Four film we deserve?

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• Season 3 continues Trek’s mix of adventure, humour, and heart.

• Captain Pike, Spock, and crew face new cosmic dilemmas.

• Big character arcs with emotional payoffs.

• Stunning visuals and classic Trek optimism.

• The perfect balance of episodic fun and overarching story.

Streaming now on Paramount+ — is this the best Trek in decades?

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• Alexander Skarsgård shines as the snarky, heartfelt SecUnit.

• Based on Martha Wells’ award-winning Murderbot Diaries.

• A crew of human disasters worth rooting for.

• Smart takes on autonomy, identity, and found family.

• Emotional finale leaves us desperate for Season 2.

Streaming now on Apple TV+ — Murderbot may be more human than the humans.

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• Residents bricked inside their apartments face paranoia and mistrust.

• Matthias Schweighöfer captivates in a raw, cerebral performance.

• Clever female characters bring smarts and resilience.

• Tech-driven mystery with sharp visuals and design-heavy style.

• A puzzle-box thriller that feels chillingly plausible.

Streaming now on Netflix — is Brick solid sci-fi or just background noise?

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• James Gunn skips the origin and dives straight into action.

• David Corenswet brings earnest charm as the new Man of Steel.

• Krypto the dog steals hearts (and scenes).

• A stacked cast with Mr Terrific, Guy Gardner & more.

• Loud, brash, messy — but still full of hope.

Is this the Superman revival fans have been waiting for?

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• David Cronenberg turns grief into tech-driven dread.

• Watch your loved ones decompose — the most horrific premise yet.

• Vincent Cassel as Big Bald Sad Tech Daddy.

• Accessible Cronenberg with less body horror but plenty of unease.

• The ending will leave you saying, “HUH?”

LISTEN NOW — a slow-burn, arthouse horror of the heart. worth the watch??

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• M3GAN returns, sassier and deadlier than ever.

• Camp chaos meets killer tech and moral panic.

• Strong female energy, makeshift families, and scrappy girl squads.

• Late-stage capitalism gets a villain upgrade.

• A surprising twist on the iconic dance scene.

LISTEN NOW — should you get down with this cyber spunky!!

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• Pharma goes prehistoric to cure heart disease — what could go wrong?

• Three massive prehistoric creatures: land, sky, and sea.

• Homage to Jurassic Park without feeling like a copy.

• Overpowered hybrid dinosaur chaos in the third act.

• Great action, underbaked villains, and some dodgy CGI.

LISTEN NOW! — worth the roar, or should it stay extinct?

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• Cinderella reimagined through the eyes of her ‘ugly’ stepsister.

• Body horror meets 1800s beauty rituals — spiders, coca leaves, and needles.

• Gorgeous period costumes with a feminist horror bite.

• Divisive takes: stunning visuals vs. slow, punishing runtime.

• Trigger warnings: eating disorders and self-harm.

Streaming now on Shudder — is this a gothic gem or a grim misstep?

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• A revenge quest derailed before the first duel.

• Pierce Brosnan and Samuel L. Jackson face off in Trinity.

• Indigenous representation and strong female characters hold their ground.

• Grit, greed, and gunfights without the pantomime.

• Why this 1870s Montana-set Western might hook newcomers to the genre.

Digital from July 16 — saddle up or sit this one out?

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•  Riri Williams takes flight in Ironheart — hero or villain in the making?

• Why Chicago makes a refreshing MCU backdrop.

• Clippy returns… as an AI best friend?!

• MCU fatigue vs. fresh voices — does this series break the mould?

Streaming now on Disney+, but should you hit play? We’ve got thoughts.

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• Why this is not your average teen slasher
• The glorious kill scenes (yes, they’re creative and gross)
• How the teen bonding moments bring real heart to the carnage

Then we’re joined by director Eli Craig (Tucker & Dale vs Evil), who chats to us about:

• Why he said yes to adapting this clown-fuelled chaos
• His favourite kill scene to shoot (hint: it was messy)
• And whether he’s brave enough to tackle the book’s sequels

So grab your popcorn and avoid cornfields — this one’s a killer.

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