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Ukrainian fantasy adventure created in a war zone
Made in Ukraine under difficult conditions, Mavka: The Forest Song tells the story of Mavka, a female character drawn from Ukrainian legends who stands for peace and love above hate, and good will above evil. Source: Jesuit Media.
Comedy and drama odd bedfellows in hospital
Allelujah is a British film based on the play of the same name by Alan Bennett and it boasts a Britbox cast of acting luminaries in an ensemble work of heart. Source: Jesuit Media.
Abraham’s sacrifice one for bible literalistsÂ
Audiences who tend to take biblical narratives literally will most enjoy His Only Son, a feature-length retelling of the story of Abraham. Source: Jesuit Media.
Likeable sports dramedy a slam dunk
In Champions, an aggressive basketball coach caught drink-driving is sentenced to 90 days of community service – coaching a group of people with disabilities. Source: Jesuit Media.
Queen documentary puts photographers in the picture
Devotees of the late Queen Elizabeth II and keen photographers alike will find plenty to like in Portrait of the Queen. Source: Australian Catholics.
Emotionally wrenching US civil rights drama aims to educate and honour
Based on a true story, Till is a biographical drama about a mother’s pursuit of justice following the 1955 racially-inspired murder of her 14-year-old son in Mississippi. Source: Jesuit Media.
Director’s love letter to the movies
Empire of Light is a British-American romantic drama that focuses on the power of human connection during difficult times and is directed as a tribute to the magic of cinema. Source: Jesuit Media.
Talking about the oppression of women
In Women Talking, three generations of women experience sexual abuse in their reclusive faith community and meet to decide what they must do: stay, stay and fight, or leave. Source: Jesuit Media.
Jackman shines in painful drama of familial fear and loathing
In The Son, Hugh Jackman shines in this British-American drama about a father’s attempt to reunite with his teenager after a marital break-up. Source: Jesuit Media.