Refreshingly void of the standard documentary ingredients we are so accustomed to regarding the genre - here there's no narration, no talking heads, and no recreations - The Truffle Hunters is a heartwarming, colourful, only momentarily tragic film that lets us in on a professional world that's at once incredibly routine and undeniably fascinating. The subjects of directors … [Read more...] about The Truffle Hunters – Film Review
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What to watch at this year’s Jewish International Film Festival
Returning to the big screen, the Jewish International Film Festival celebrates extraordinary Jewish-themed film from Israel and the Jewish diaspora. Running in Brisbane from February 17th - March 24th, this year promises a diverse program of film from around the globe including Opening Night feature film Incitement, an exhilarating and award-winning drama about the … [Read more...] about What to watch at this year’s Jewish International Film Festival
Brazen Hussies – Film review
Hearing the attitudes aired by Australian men in the 60s and 70s about women in new documentary Brazen Hussies leaves you reeling. As someone born after this period, it's impossible to imagine what life was truly like. For a woman, entering the workforce was frowned upon, and simply going to the pub for a drink was not allowed. Across the world, increasing numbers of women … [Read more...] about Brazen Hussies – Film review
House of Cardin – Film review
Millions know the iconic logo and ubiquitous signature, but few know the designer behind the larger than life brand. The first surprise being that he is not French by birth, but Italian. House of Cardin offers up an exceptional documentary on the designer’s work - not his private life - focusing on Cardin’s entrepreneurial spirit and the immense impact he had on the wider … [Read more...] about House of Cardin – Film review
Honeyland – Film review
Nestled in an isolated mountain region deep within the Balkans, we are introduced to Hatidze Muratova, the last in a long line of Macedonian wild beekeepers, eking out a living farming honey in small batches to be sold in the closest city – a mere four hours' walk away. The hives thrive in unexpected locations - high in the mountains regions that necessitate Hatidze to teeter … [Read more...] about Honeyland – Film review