Few things kill the otherworldly mystique of a fantasy or sci-fi film as quickly as an Aussie accent. Rarely has this been more apparent than in the ambitious but hideously clunky and ultimately painful Australian-made alien invasion flick Occupation: Rainfall. Adapted from yet another video game, this awkwardly named film attempts to emulate variously Star Wars, Terminator, Battlestar Galactica and
Read moreThis week on ‘Built For Speed’ we give our verdict on the Australian box office no.1 film ‘Penguin Bloom’. We also take a look at another new Aussie cinema release, sci-fi adventure ‘Occupation: Rainfall’. There’ll also be plenty of fine music with new releases, more 2020 favourites and indie and classic rock selections from across the decades. Don’t forget our
Read moreAdapted from a video game, the ridiculous sci-fi action flick Monster Hunter has nothing to do with the Norwegian mockumentary Troll Hunter. Many will be alarmed to learn it comes from director Paul W. S. Anderson who inflicted upon us the seemingly endless Resident Evil franchise. Despite a larger and slightly more interesting canvas of a desert planet and giant
Read moreThis week on ‘Built For Speed’ we cover the spectrum of cinema as we review gritty realist drama ‘Nomadland’, CGI-drenched sci-fi adventure ‘Monster Hunter’ and the whimsical family film ‘Elfkins: Baking a Difference’. We’ll also have a feast of fine music with more favourites from 2020, indie and classic rock from across the decades and even music from 2021. Don’t
Read moreDespite its dodgy Xena Warrior Princess-like opening scene and eventual capitulation into super hero vs villain smackdown cliché, the first Wonder Woman (2017), starring Gal Gadot and directed by Patty Jenkins, was a breath of fresh air. Not only did it feature a female super hero but with a quirky sense of humour, it was a welcome antidote to the
Read moreThis Friday on ‘Built For Speed’ we take a look at two of the big recent cinema releases: Wonder Woman: 1984 and Australian crime drama The Dry which stars Eric Bana. We’ll also have some more of the best tracks of 2020 as well as classic and indie rock favourites from across the decades. Don’t forget our round-up of TV
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