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Film Review

‘Pool of the Flies’ explores cruel currents of adolescence

In The Plague, a socially awkward tween endures the ruthless hierarchy of the boys at a water polo camp. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Touching drama puts marriage under the microscope 

“Midwinter Break” is a gentle movie about a long marriage and the small grievances and give and take of a lifetime together. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Ruined honeymoon turns into charming romantic comedy 

In “Solo Mio”, a stranded groom in Rome finds his ruined honeymoon transformed by a determined local and a few meddling travellers. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Baz Luhrmann’s EPiC tribute to The King

Directed by acclaimed Australian director Baz Luhrmann, “EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert” presents previously lost and unseen footage of the King of Rock and Roll. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Downton Abbey spoof is silly and funny

In “Fackham Hall” a new porter forms an odd bond with the youngest daughter of a well-known English family, as they deal with the epic disaster of their eldest daughter’s wedding. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Off the field feud that rocked the World Cup

You don’t need to be a soccer fan to enjoy “Saipan”, which tells the story of Irish captain Roy Keane’s desertion of his team as they prepare for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Cop takes on AI judge in sci-fi thriller

Set in the near future, “Mercy” paints a grim vision of the use and influence of artificial intelligence in society. Source: Australian Catholics.

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And the winners are …

Australian Catholics’ film reviewers have chosen two movies for its annual prize for the best Australian film of 2025. 

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Heartfelt tribute to ordinary, heroic mothers

“Once Upon My Mother” is a deeply emotional and surprising cinematic story about a mother’s unwavering dedication to helping her son overcome physical challenges and social barriers. Source: Australian Catholics.