By: Laura Bennett
Understanding the mindset of someone who wants to end their own life is a hard thing for those who have never struggled with mental illness.
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‘Unstoppable’: The ‘Soul Surfer’ Bethany Hamilton’s New Documentary
By: Laura Bennett
In 2003 pro-surfer Bethany Hamilton made headlines around the world. At just 13 years of age, the up-and-coming surfer was attacked by a 5m long Great White shark, which took her left arm and left her career in the ocean, in doubt.
‘Last Christmas’ Reminds us We’re All Connected [Movie Review]
By: Laura Bennett
The great thing about the pre-Christmas season, is that it’s totally OK for Australians to indulge in White Christmas fantasies, and watch reruns of the most cheesy “holiday content” with utter abandon.
Abortion Worker’s Shocking True Story told in ‘Unplanned’
By: Clare Bruce
“The one thing that all experts agree on is that at this stage, the feoteus can’t feel anything.”
Mr March – Are All Dads That Perfect?
We recently had Father’s Day, and it’s a pretty fun day, according to all the TV ads, with BBQs, toolboxes and camping gear as gifts, and maybe a day out-of-doors in the perfect Spring weather.
Babe. What a Pig Taught Me about the Secret to Success
By: Sam Chan
The movie Babe (1995) will soon turn 25. I can’t believe it’s gone so quickly. What a story. Babe is a pig. But Babe wants to be a sheepdog. And who are we to stop him?
‘I Survived I Kissed Dating Goodbye’ – The Aussie Director Behind Joshua Harris’ Documentary
By: Laura Bennett
In 1997 a 21 year-old Joshua Harris wrote, ‘I Kissed Dating Goodbye’, the Christian youths’ so-called guidebook to saving sex for marriage, and approaching romantic relationships with fresh intentionality.
“Poms” a Warm-Hearted Comedy [Movie Review]
By: Laura Bennett
Culturally, we seem to be pretty set on the idea that ageing and restriction go hand in hand. But, if living in a retirement community is anything like it’s portrayed in Poms, you’ll want to rid yourself of your younger years real quick.
Pastor’s Death Penalty Vow to Bali Nine
By: Timothy Charles
A pastor’s vow to a prisoner facing execution to speak out against the death penalty is dramatised in the short film ‘Execution Island’.