Oranges and Sunshine is the story of a social worker who uncovered the forced migration of children from Britain to Australia in the 1950s and 1960s. For James Madden, it is an important and..
Film review: Oranges and Sunshine
Black Swan movie review
Darren Aronofsky is back, and his dark and disturbed ballet film Black Swan, nominated for five Oscars, will stay with you, says reviewer James Madden.
The King’s Speech movie review
George VI was reluctantly thrust into the spotlight as the new King of England after his brother's famous abdication. James Madden reviews the film that charts the king's transformation from a..
Somewhere film review
Sofia Coppola's latest takes a peek behind the tinsel of Hollywood to reveal a man searching desperately for redemption. James Madden reviews.
Blue Valentine review
A story that charts the waxing and waning love of a young couple by crossing and jumping to different time periods, Blue Valentine is not your usual film. James Madden reviews this Boxing Day
The kids are all right: Review
In 'The kids are all right', siblings Joni and Laser look for their biological father and bring him into their family. James Madden reviews.
Spine Tingler! The William Castle Story: Review
For his latest review, James Madden checks out another Melbourne International Film Festival offering, this time a documentary on horror film icon William Castle.
The Family Jams: Review
As the Melbourne International Film Festival nears, James Madden checks out one of the films on offer, Kevin Barker’s The Family Jams, which chronicles the joint tour of a group of budding..
Animal Kingdom: Review
Hoping to restore faith in the Australian film industry, Animal Kingdom's highly developed plot and multifaceted characters make for compelling viewing, writes James Madden
Twi-hards get the music right
With the release of the Twilight soundtracks, previously underexposed musicians are making it big. But, as James Madden reveals, not everyone is impressed.
The Concert
Director Radu Mihaileanu has brought a French/Russian masterpiece to the screen, with an unusual but hilarious and moving story, says James Madden.
Film Review: A Single Man
Fashionista Tom Ford has turned his hand to directing but as James Madden discusses, he has left traces of his primary occupation in his new film, A Single Man.
Review: Crazy Heart
So what's so special about Jeff Bridges? Dude, you can't be serious, says James Madden in his review of the Oscar-nominated Crazy Heart.
The Blind Side: Review
It's Oscar season and our film reviewers have got the fever. James Madden checks out an advance screening of 'The Blind Side', a flick up for a couple of the big ones; Best Picture and Best Actress.
When Harry Met Sally: Review
While lovebirds will flock to the cinemas this Sunday to see the latest rom-com 'Valentine's Day', film reviewer James Madden tells us why there is one classic that is a much better option.
It’s Complicated: Review
Typically, a young man would only buy a ticket to see 'It's Complicated' if he were on a date. However, after James Madden sat alone through the latest rom-com offering from Nancy Meyers, he found a..
Finals on Bulldogs’ radar
Despite a mass exodus of staff and players at the end of 2014, Ryan Rosendale says the Western Bulldogs are primed for a flag challenge.
The 44s: AFL’s exclusive club
Stuart O'Brien celebrates a great group of players with a big number in common.
Maroon 5 – Live Review
Maroon 5 hit Melbourne on Thursday night and, according to Jessica Buccolieri, their lively and entertaining performance was definitely worth seeing.