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Film Review

Mockusequel gets old rockers back together for one last show 

Four decades after audiences were introduced to British rockers Spinal Tap in a pioneering mockumentary, the band reunites for one final concert in “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues”. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Good-natured redemption story filled with optimism and humour

In “Kangaroo”, a disgraced TV host and a young Indigenous girl work together to rescue and rehabilitate a group of orphaned joeys in a remote Outback community. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Legal drama explores dark emotional terrain

In National Theatre Live: Inter Alia, a successful Crown Court judge’s personal life as a karaoke lover, wife and mum is shaken when a crisis hits. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Fine portrait of the composer who wrote a masterpiece

In 1928 Paris, choreographer Ida Rubinstein commissions Maurice Ravel to compose the music for her next ballet. Music that becomes the universal masterpiece Bolero. Source: Australian Catholics.

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The Good News presented with artistry and humour

“Light of the World” is an animated film about Jesus’s life as told by the Apostle John. It is aimed at younger audiences but has appeal for all generations. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Extraordinary tale of a real-life Holocaust rescuer

Set in Poland in the Second World War, “Irena’s Vow” tells the remarkable true story of Irena Gut, who risked her life to save a generation of Jews from the atrocities of the Holocaust. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Australian drama when all roads hop to home

In “Kangaroo Island”, a struggling Hollywood actress returns home to South Australia to confront the love triangle that tore her family apart. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Eight children fighting for the climate hit the road

In “Future Council”, eight children from various cultures tour Western Europe, discussing and exploring solutions to the world’s greatest environmental challenges. Source: Australian Catholics.

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Inspirational teacher inspired screen legend Richard Burton

“Mr Burton” is a biographical drama that concentrates on the early life of Welsh actor Richard Burton. Source: Australian Catholics.