Paul Feig is set to direct a series based on The School for Good and Evil hexalogy of books by Soman Chainani. The School For Good and Evil was Chainani’s first novel and an instant New York Times bestseller. The book is the first of six in The School for Good and Evil series. The…
Canberra Grasslands and Woodlands Listed as Endagered
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Several of the Territory’s threatened grasslands and woodlands have been recognised as critically endangered following advice from the ACT Scientific Committee. Minister for the Environment and Heritage Mick Gentleman said the ACT’s woodlands and grasslands were exceptional in size, connectivity, diversity, condition and habitat for threatened species. “The Natural Temperate Grassland and the Yellow Box…
Footpath and Road Safety Improvements Across Canberra
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More footpath and road safety improvements are now underway across Canberra as part of the Government’s economic survival package supporting local businesses and ensuring Canberrans are in jobs to keep our city going. Minister for Roads and Active Travel, Chris Steel, today released details of a further 20 projects that form part of the path…
Hyundai and Sony Pictures Entertainment Announce Promotional Deal
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Hyundai Motor Company and Sony Pictures Entertainment have announced they have entered into a unique and unprecedented multi-picture promotional partnership that will feature the automaker’s new models and technologies in upcoming Sony Pictures productions. Under the deal Hyundai Motor will also offer substantial marketing support and the companies will collaborate on a wide range of…
Whispers Headed to Netflix
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Netflix, is set to launch “Whispers”, the first Saudi thriller and drama series. The new series is one of many Khaleeji and Saudi titles available on Netflix, offering a different take on traditional dramatic shows in the region that appeal to global audiences. The new Netflix Licensed Original will start streaming on Thursday 11th of…
Footroot Flats: The Dog’s Tale
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Directed by Murray Ball Staring John Clarke, Peter Rowley Rating PG Score 5.5/6 Based on New Zealand’s most beloved comic strip “Footrot Flats” about a farmer named Wal, his dog and life in the small town of Raupo. Questions will be answered: Will Wal impress the selectors and become an All Black? Will prize stag…
Shady El-Hamus to Direct First Dutch Netflix Feature Film
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Netflix and production company Fiction Valley have announced the first Dutch Netflix feature film. The film is written by Golden Calf winning duo, Shady El-Hamus (De Libi, Nightshade) and Jeroen Scholten van Aschat (De Libi, Fenix). Shady El-Hamus will also direct the film. The film tells the story of Richie Rich and his journey to…
CIT Woden Campus Upgrade
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Woden will soon have a state-of-the art Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) campus with a brand new integrated public transport interchange. Minister Steel said the CIT Campus – Woden project would deliver essential community infrastructure and assist in Woden’s regeneration, while also creating jobs. “CIT’s new major campus will transform Woden into a better place…
Justice League Snyder Cut Coming in 2021
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HBO Max and Warner Bros. Pictures have announced that it will exclusively world premiere Zack Snyder’s director’s cut of the Warner Bros. Pictures/DC feature film “Justice League” in 2021. #ReleaseTheSnyderCut first became a passionate rallying social media cry among fans in 2017 and has not let up. From countless press articles and hundreds of thousands…
Sony Pictures Television Announces Global Sales For Alex Rider Series
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Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has announced that it has sold the highly anticipated Alex Rider series, an adaptation of Anthony Horowitz acclaimed young adult spy novels produced by SPT-backed Eleventh Hour Films (EHF), in nearly 100 territories around the world. This follows last week’s announcement that the series will be airing on Amazon Prime Video…
$3.7 Million Tram Works along Route 58
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The Andrews Labor Government is carrying out major tram works along Route 58 in Melbourne’s inner north, creating a more reliable and comfortable journey for passengers. Victorian Minister for Public Transport Melissa explained that the $3.7 million works between Grantham Street and Dawson Street in Brunswick West will take place from Friday 22 May, until…
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure
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Director Tim Burton Starring Paul Reubens, Elizabeth Daily, Mark Holton Rated PG Score 5.5/6 When eccentric man-child Pee-wee Herman gets his beloved bike stolen in broad daylight, he sets out across the U.S. on the adventure of his life. I know I have reviewed a lot of movies directed by Tim Burton, the first thought…
Quantum Leap Series 1 Episode 1
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Director David Hemmings Starring Scott Bakula, Dean Stockwell Rated PG Score 4/6 Genesis: Part 1 Although the Project Quantum Leap isn’t ready yet, Sam Beckett doesn’t listen to supercomputer Ziggy, hops into the Accelerator and leaps. As Tom Stratton, an Air Force test pilot about to attempt a dangerous flight. Sam finds his memory Swiss…
Cancelled: A Series Written & Produced in Lockdown
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Online series Cancelled, filmed entirely in lockdown in Spain, has launched recently on Facebook with principal production investment from Screen Australia. Produced by More Sauce in association with UN3, Cancelled tells the true story of acclaimed Australian director Luke Eve (High Life, I Met A Girl), who had to cancel his wedding to Spanish actress,…
Bill Skarsgård to Play Clark Olofsson in New Swedish Netflix Original Series
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Netflix has recently announced Clark – a six episode drama series about the Swedish criminal Clark Olofsson who has been referred to as a “celebrity gangster”, has given rise to the concept of Stockholm syndrome, managed to escape prisons and committed robberies all over Europe. Clark Olofsson will be portrayed by Bill Skarsgård, who is…
The Wizard
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Director Todd Holland Starring Fred Savage, Luke Edwards, Jenny Lewis Rated PG Score 5/6 A boy and his brother run away from home and hitch cross country with the help of a girl they meet to compete in the ultimate video game championship. I know I do not normally review family movies but, the cinemas…
Netflix Made in Africa Collection
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Netflix has announced the introduction of a Made in Africa collection – a curated list of African series, films and documentaries – to celebrate Africa Month and demonstrate Netflix’s commitment to Africa and the African creative community. Ben Amadasun, Director of Licensing and Co-productions for Africa at Netflix explained that the collection is available globally…
Netflix Drops Trailer for upcoming series Betaal
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Netflix has dropped the trailer of its upcoming series Betaal that hits the service on May 24, 2020. Renowned horror studio Blumhouse Television, SK Global Entertainment and Red Chillies Entertainment come together to present this horror-thriller series. The story is set in a remote village, which quickly becomes the arena of a breathless battle when…