AIDC have announced 15 projects and teams selected to take part in The FACTory International Pitching Showcase, held at The Edge, Fed Square, during AIDC 2024 (3-6 March, ACMI, Melbourne / Naarm). Proudly presented by VicScreen and now in its ninth year, The FACTory is AIDC’s centrepiece pitching event for new documentary and factual projects.…
Renfield
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Director Chris McKay Starring Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage & Awkwafina Rated R Score 4/6 Renfield, Dracula’s henchman and inmate at the lunatic asylum for decades, longs for a life away from the Count, his various demands, and all of the bloodshed that comes with them. As the meme goes ‘Nicholas Cage Now in stoic and…
Australians’ food security biggest cost of living concern: survey
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As part of Savvy’s ongoing research into consumer sentiment and the impact of economic trends on everyday Australian life, Savy surveys Australian adults on how they are navigating the continuing cost of living crisis. 62% of Australians cite grocery prices as the greatest ongoing concern Almost all demographics and states/territories highlight grocery prices as the…
Let The Guitar Play Released by Santana
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Carlos Santana released “Let The Guitar Play,” a reimagination of his 2021 song “Song for Cindy.” Teaming up with producers Lino Nicolosi, Nicolosi Team, and Narada Michael Walden (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey), “Let The Guitar Play” brings the original song to new heights — Run DMC’s Darryl McDaniels delivers a poetic rap over an EDM-style…
Sarimah Ibrahim Targets Role in Upcoming Karate Kid Movie
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The spotlight is firmly on rising star Sarimah Ibrahim as she sets her sights on a groundbreaking opportunity in the entertainment industry. The bilingual talent, fluent in both English and Malay, is on a mission to secure a coveted role in the highly anticipated new Karate Kid movie alongside icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio.…
WithLove Streaming Service Heads to Australian Market
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WithLove, a Dutch streaming service catering to enthusiasts of romantic films, is excited to announce its expansion into the Australian market. Positioned as an affordable alternative for viewers predominantly seeking feel-good films centered around romance, love, and passion, WithLove presents an enticing option for those finding mainstream streaming services like Stan or Netflix to be…
First Kickboxing Film in the World Came From Orange Mound in Memphis
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Anthony “Amp” Elmore, a Memphis born 5 time World Karate/Kickboxing champion has become so inspired by recent revelations that he will write letters to both U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Elmore has a story that denotes that “The American Dream is alive and Well.” Elmore wants his story told to America.…
Twisted Vines
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Director Jihane Mrad Balaa Starring Brande Roderick, Brian Borello, Jon Briddell, Michael Paré & Vivica A. Fox Score 5/6 Set in a beautiful, picturesque wine country, Bed and Breakfast, the intimate, elegant wedding of the estate owner’s daughter to her beau, brings out the best and worst of the wedding guests, including the bride and…
“Bundle of rights” named Worst Words of 2023
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The Plain English Foundation has chosen “a bundle of contractual rights” as its worst words of 2023. This is the phrase Qantas came up with to avoid responsibility for selling cancelled flights. The airline argued it does not actually sell flights, just the right to fly … eventually. Every year, the Foundation gathers dozens of…
Mulan
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Director Niki Caro Starring Liu Yife, Donnie Yen & Gong Li Rated PG Score 2/6 To keep her ailing father from serving in the Imperial Army, a fearless young woman disguises herself as a man and battles northern invaders in China. For the record at the time this was released, I think I was making…