By: Amy ChengHillsong is hoping its latest song will inspire listeners and remind them of God’s presence.Released on October 9th, Never Walk Alone is the premier track from the group’s forthcoming album These Same Skies.The song, with vocals led by Mi-kaisha Rose, is a ballad...
By: Laura BennettGiven how much of our lives are lived in the digital arena, the premise of Free Guy isn’t that far fetched.Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool, The Hitman’s Bodyguard) stars as Guy, an optimistic bank teller who is a background character in a brutal open-world video game.Given how...
By: Laura BennettIt’s fair to say a lot of people are feeling spent, or at least a bit knocked around, by the tumultuous 18 months we’ve just been in, and all we’re grappling with as a result.Singer-songwriter Alexander Pappas inadvertently captured that feeling...
By: Ally BarnesWith three daughters and two granddaughters, Reel Dialogue’s Russ Matthews has seen his share of princess movies and films that celebrate girls. This is his list of recommended films to watch to celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11.Films for young viewers...
By: Laura BennettIntentionality and creativity may not be two things that seem to go together: if you want to display wild wonderment through song or picture, does giving it an aim inhibit that?Caleb Chapman, frontman of American indie rock band Colony House doesn’t think so.Growing up...
By: Laura BennettAs a generation raised on Disney can attest, the story of Cinderella certainly isn’t new, but Amazon’s 2021 version takes a fresh approach by dulling down the emphasis on love and romance, and fixating on finding your voice and following your dreams.Produced by Kay...
By: Sam RobinsonCreativity and a sense of craftiness is key in the new feel-good show Making It Australia.Over the last few years, many of us have taken on new hobbies as lockdowns have forced us indoors. Now, a show celebrating everyday Australians with skills in the areas of woodwork, metalwork,...
By: Laura BennettTwenty years on from the September 11 attacks in New York City, the trauma of that day still remains with many. The loss of loved ones is still felt, and the lingering impacts on international travel, security, cultural relations and global powers remain.Even as we witnessed the...
By: Laura BennettThe moment we see a movie about love and romance, fans of the genre are hooked. We want to see how the “meant-to-be” couple overcomes the odds to end up together – or how their hearts break when circumstance pulls them apart.It’s a unique kind of cruelty,...
By: Laura BennettWhile a lot of Christian movies and series seek to be aspirational or inspiring, it’s rare to find one that’s been as truly ground-breaking as The Chosen – the first multi-series dramatisation of Jesus’ life and that of his disciples.When its creator Dallas...
By: Laura BennettThe arts and entertainment industry has been one of the hardest hit during this pandemic, with extended lockdowns continuing to destabilise an already “gig-based” environment.In early August, industry publication The Music Network (TMN) reported...
By: Sam RobinsonAustralian entertainer Jimmy Rees is pouring out content – from viral social media posts, to his first picture book for kids.After spending more than 10 years entertaining kids as Jimmy Giggle on ABC’s Giggle & Hoot, actor Jimmy Rees has pivoted to creating...