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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.
And the winners are …
Australian Catholics’ film reviewers have chosen two movies for its annual prize for the best Australian film of 2025.
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.
Sweet tribute to Neil Diamond tribute act
In “Song Sung Blue”, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together. Source: Australian Catholics.
From shepherd boy to king, an animated re-telling for kids
From his mother’s songs to his clash with Goliath, David’s journey from humble shepherd to anointed king tests the limits of faith, courage and love – culminating in a battle for the soul of a kingdom. Source: Australian Catholics.
Emotional film debut for director Johansson
After a devastating loss, witty and proudly troublesome Eleanor Morgenstein tells a tale that takes on a life of its own. Source: Australian Catholics.
‘Wicked: For Good’ not as good as original
Released 12 months after Wicked, Wicked: For Good concludes the film adaptation of the stage musical that tells the backstory of The Wizard of Oz’s witches. Source: Australian Catholics.
Edgerton shines in story of trees, railroads and dreams
“Train Dreams” is the moving portrait of a logger and railroad worker who leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly changing America of the early 20th century. Source: Australian Catholics.
Sweet, timely comedy about the pains of working-class existence
This American comedy tells the story of an angel, called Gabriel, who decides to teach a struggling man a lesson that money doesn’t necessarily solve human problems. Source: Australian Catholics.