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 The World of Film in Australia - on the Internet Updated Thursday September 2, 2010 - Edition No 704 

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Movie reviews: TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN
Movie reviews:
TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN

(Aust, 2010) Stars Caitlin Stasey, Rachel Hurd-Wood, Lincoln Lewis, Deniz Akdeniz, Phoebe Tonkin, Chris Pang, Ashleigh Cummings, Andy Ryan. “Ordinary teenagers doing extraordinary things is the result of this action-filled adventure … a likeable film with a good premise and a nice vibe, offering humour, romance, surprises and explosive action,” says Louise. “ .. there are some tense highlights and great technical work, including Ben Nott’s high class cinematography,” says Andrew. REVIEWS

INSIDER BRIEFING:
A high concept, mass market Australian film (with big explosions) that isn’t funded by a major Hollywood studio … Andrew L. Urban talks to the filmmakers. FEATURE

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NEWS & BOX OFFICE

BOX OFFICE: - Week, August 26 - Sept 1 : Avatar is back in the top 20 (37th week) on its re-release with 9 minutes extra footage – it obviously didn’t make enough money in its original form. It’s now up to $115.2 M in Australia. The top 20 was down 9% to $13.28 M, with Salt at the top on $8.6 M after 2 weeks.

NEWS: - Adapt for success, filmmakers told; Lord David Puttnam is keynoting for screen producers at conference in November; Nicole’s producing debut at Rome Fest; WOW fest tours regions; New and Spanish Cinema Nova bar open;

COMPETITIONS
COMPETITIONS

PANDORUM + 44 INCH CHEST DVD
- Win one of 10 prize packs comprising Sci-fi thriller Pandorum and British Crime Thriller 44 Inch Chest on DVD, courtesy Icon Home Entertainment. Pandorum, stars Dennis Quaid and Ben Foster. 44 Inch Chest stars Ray Winstone, Ian McShane, John Hurt and Tom Wilkinson. Available to rent or buy on DVD and Blu-ray from September 8

Movie reviews: THE KIDS ARE ALLRIGHT
Movie reviews:
THE KIDS ARE ALLRIGHT

(US, 2010) Stars Mia Wasikowska, Mark Ruffalo, Julianne Moore, Annette Bening. “Outrageously funny situations and two sterling performances make this smartly written film about an unconventional family a sure-fire winner. Lisa Cholodenko’s film has plenty of laughs and a light touch, but don’t let that fool you: the subject matter is deadly serious,” says Louise. “The screenplay is beautifully honest and well observed; not only is it truthful about human nature, it finds the humanity as well as the flaws in all the characters,” says Andrew. REVIEWS

Movie review: THE TUMBLER
Movie review:
THE TUMBLER

(Aust, 2008) Stars Gary Sweet, Louise Crawford, Hazem Shammas. “ .. the plot revolves around post war nuclear tests and how the two unlikely fellow travellers – motivated by their hidden agendas – arrive at an intersection of these agendas. Digging up the past is the theme, in which the past requires retribution,” says Andrew. REVIEW

Movie review: GOING THE DISTANCE
Movie review:
GOING THE DISTANCE

(US, 2010) Stars Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Christina Applegate. “Be prepared to be underwhelmed by this contrived romantic comedy that falls as flat as the dining room table on which Drew Barrymore and Justin Long make out,” says Louise. REVIEW

Sydney Underground Film Festival: OLIVER STONE’S THROW
Sydney Underground Film Festival:
OLIVER STONE’S THROW

Describing its 2010 program as “brazen” the Sydney Underground Film Festival opens with Oliver Stone’s controversial political doco shot across South America, South of the Border and includes works by unequivocal filmmakers such as Gaspar Noé of Irreversible fame ... and a surprise appearance by Aussie actor Noah Taylor (in Red, White and Blue). FEATURE

News: JOIN THE MYSTERY MOVIE TOUR
News:
JOIN THE MYSTERY MOVIE TOUR

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Andrew L. Urban’s popular movie course, Movies Now, screening a selection of six movies (TITLES UNANNOUNCED) before their commercial release returns to the Chauvel on Wednesdays, Sept 29 – Nov 3, 6.30pm. Last few places available. INFO & BOOKINGS

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Coming Soon! UPCOMING FILMS
Coming Soon!
UPCOMING FILMS

[Coming in October, Winter’s Bone, stars Jennifer Lawrence, John Hawkes, Kevin Breznahan. ". It’s a moody, bleak film with a haunting quality invoked by the courage and determination of a teenager forced to confront the ugliness of a world in which she does not belong," says Louise. "Dense and dangerous, Winter’s Bone takes us into the cold heart of Ozark country in Missouri, the mountainous region with its own, sometimes troubled culture," says Andrew.]

Click through for full schedule of films releasing in the next few months.RELEASE SCHEDULE

NEW TRAILERS:
NEW TRAILERS:

Preview trailers of many films on your own screen.
Red Hill, stars Ryan Kwanten, Steve Bisley;
Burlesque, stars Cher;
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hool;
Cats and Dogs 2: Revenge of Kitty Galore;
Eat, Pray, Love, stars Julia Roberts;
TRAILERS

At a glance: TOP 20
At a glance:
TOP 20

Short and sweet (or not) opinions on the most popular current releases. An easy reference for choosing which movie to see tonight … or tomorrow ... or right now! (Occasionally we also slip in a few of the editors’ favourites if they don’t make the top 20...) TOP 20

DVDS OF THE WEEK
DVDS OF THE WEEK

TOPP TWINS UNTOUCHABLE GIRLS - Documentary featuring Jools and Linda Topp. “Down to earth and with blue sky optimism, Jules and Linda Topp present one of those amazing true stories that make biographical docos so engaging. It’s all so much stranger than fiction,” says Andrew.

IN SEARCH OF BEETHOVEN - – Documentary. “If like me, you adore the music of Beethoven, you will be enthralled by this fabulous and insightful doco that humanises the man behind the genius,” says Louise.

OTHER DVDS
OTHER DVDS

THE WHITE RIBBON - Leonie Benesch, Josef Bierbichler, Rainer Bock, Ulrich Tukur. “For all its cinematic strengths, The White Ribbon explores its themes without fulfilling its promise to illuminate them and leaving a taste of futility and depression in its wake,” says Andrew.

FISH TANK - Katie Jarvis, Kierston Wareing, Michael Fassbender. “It’s a tough film and while the ground covered does not bring any surprises, the journey we take is filled with gritty realism,” says Louise.

Poker Movies
Poker Movies

Poker as a sport has grown considerably over the last couple of years. Following this rise in popularity classic us poker movies like The Cincinnati Kid have gained popularity – also among younger audiences. A remake of The Cincinnati Kid is planned but the starting date is not yet set. Stay tuned for more info.

Competition Winners:
Competition Winners:
TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN - To win one of 25 double in season passes to Tomorrow When The War Began, starring Caitlin Stasey, Rachel Hurd-Wood, Lincoln Lewis, Deniz Akdeniz, Phoebe Tonkin, Chris Pang, Ashleigh Cummings, Andy Ryan, courtesy Paramount Pictures Australia, we asked: What memorable surprise have you had when returning home from a short absence? Tania Cargin (VIC): After 6 months backpacking alone in Europe; I arrived home to my boyfriend and an engagement ring!

ROUNDERS & CASINO
ROUNDERS
Rounders is arguably the most popular poker movie made so far. An excellent performance by Matt Damon and a clear focus on the game of Texas Holdem led to a rise in Poker sites' popularity. Since then, online poker seems to have exploded into a game played by millions worldwide.

CASINO
Starring Robert de Niro, Sharon Stone, Joe Pesci and James Woods, Casino is available on DVD, Itunes and Video. A lengthy movie with a star studded cast and engaging plot about the running of a Casino by a group linked to the Mob. It's often cited as one of the all-time best movies, up there with The Godfather and Goodfellas.

AUSTRALIAN FILMS
AUSTRALIAN FILMS

Every Australian film we have ever reviewed (film / video release), or have reported from the set, or featured in any way, is listed here, going back to films made even before the launch of Urban Cinefile, such as The Piano, Romper Stomper, Muriel’s Wedding, The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert and dozens more. Over 450 films AUSTRALIAN FILMS

Online Casino
Online casino guide

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