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My Life Is Murder

I have 10 DVDs to giveaway for MY LIFE IS MURDER: Series 4

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know:”What is the theme of your life?”

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #MyLifeIsMurder, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or below!

Arriving on DVD on November 20

SYNOPSIS:

Lucy Lawless (Xena: Warrior Princess, Parks and Recreation) stars in this contemporary Australian detective drama as retired cop Alexa Crowe. With her old boss (Bernard Curry, Once Upon a Time) regularly asking for her insight on cold cases and a young police data-analyst (Ebony Vagulans) eager to be mentored–whether Alexa wants to or not–Alexa can’t seem to stop solving crime.

Release Date: November 20, 2024

Run Time: 360 minutes

Rating: M – Mature themes and Violence

DVD RRP: $34.95

Thanks to Acorn TV

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Theatre

Julius Caesar

I have 2 double passes to a performance of QSE’s JULIUS CAESAR, from Nov 14 – 17th at Avalon Theatre, St Lucia.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Follow @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: What’s your favourite type of salad?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the hashtag #QSEJuliusCaesar, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or on our website!

SEASON RUNNING 7- 24 NOVEMBER

SYNOPSIS:

Politics is sport. Sport is politics. And the fight for power is a high-stakes game.

When Caesar returns to Rome, riding high on a wave of victories and adoring fans, many in his inner circle begin to fear that his growing popularity and tyrannical tendencies threaten their way of life and democracy. With time running out, they band together and make a game plan to end his reign—permanently.

But with Caesar gone, senators, soldiers, and civilians search for new leaders to follow. Once they pick a side, will they defend it beyond reason, with winning as their only goal?

Allies attack one another, friendships falter, a great Republic implodes, and the door to tyranny opens once more. This is Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar in 2024.

Tickets for QSE’s Julius Caesar are on sale now: https://qldshakespeare.org/julius-caesar/

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event

Heretic

I have 1 double pass to the special Fright Night Preview Screening of HERETIC at Dendy Cinemas, 6:30pm Saturday November 9 at either Dendy Portside or Dendy Coorparoo.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: What is your favourite Hugh Grant film?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #Heretic), Facebook, or below!

IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 21
But see it first at this preview screening

SYNOPSIS:

Enjoy a Stone & Wood beer on arrival and be first to see the acclaimed new Hugh Grant-starring horror/thriller, HERETIC from hit-machine A24 and the creators of A Quiet Place.

Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed, becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse.

Coming straight to Dendy from its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, this nail-biting, fiendishly irreverent chamber horror delights in its deconstruction of religion. Anchored by three fantastic leads, co-stars Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East both give powerhouse performances, but it’s a devastatingly sharp Hugh Grant that steals the show. Deliciously dark and funny, don’t miss this unique genre effort begging to be discussed.

You can also experience the provocative thrill ride in the luxurious Dendy Premium Lounge.

Grab your tickets here: https://coorparoo.dendy.com.au/heretic–fright-night-preview

Thanks to Dendy Cinemas Brisbane

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Film Review

Memory

I have 3 double in-season passes, and 3 Buy 1 Get One Free passes to MEMORY to giveaway!

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
2) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
3) Let me know: What is your favourite memory?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #Memory, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or below!

IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 14

SYNOPSIS:

Sylvia, a single mother, confronts her traumatic past after a chance encounter with Saul, a former schoolmate who stalks her after their highschool reunion.  As their relationship evolves, both are forced to face buried memories and personal hardships.

Thanks to Wonderfilm and Potential Films

REVIEW:

What is a film? To me it’s an experience that you view through your own experiences. Life’s not easy. Not perfect. Many times, it’s hard. Things happen to you that you didn’t deserve and it leaves scars in your heart and emotions.

Memory is one of those cold and realistic dramas, focused on the acting and dialogue, but not effects or plot twists. But that does not mean it lacks moments of love, affection, and sensitivity. It was a good ride with strong storytelling and good acting, and it revolves around the uncomfortable and important topic of mental health.

I appreciated the films unique look at dementia and whilst it’s certainly one you have to be in the right mindset for, its worth watching if you get the chance.

Trigger warning: if you’ve dealt with sexual assault on any level this may be hard to watch.

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2024 British Film Festival

I have 5 double in-season passes to a film of your choice* as part of the 2024 RUSSELL HOBBS BRITISH FILM FESTIVAL at Palace Cinemas.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Follow @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: “What film would you love to see most as part of the 2024 British Film Festival?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the hashtag #BFF24, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or on our website!

IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 6 – DECEMBER 8

SYNOPSIS:

This November, the 2024 Russell Hobbs British Film Festival returns to cinemas in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra and Byron Bay with a stunning selection of films from the British Isles. The line-up includes films direct from international film festivals and is brimming with tender dramas, action packed thrillers, comedy, documentaries and retrospectives, featuring many of Britain’s most admired acting and directing stars.

Opening this year’s festival is the Premiere of BLITZ, Steve McQueen’s visually stunning period drama depicting pivotal moments of World War II in London. The powerful and sweeping portrayal of British life during these events, which arrives direct from its London Film Festival Premiere, features stellar central performances from Saoirse Ronan and Paul Weller, in addition to exceptiona newcomer Elliot Heffernen who plays 9 year old George.

Closing this year’s Festival is the exclusive Australian Premiere of the highly anticipated WE LIVE IN TIME. Featuring beautifully nuanced performances from Oscar nominees Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield, this heart rendering romance delves into the profound question of how to make the most of the time we have in this world.

Screening in special Festival previews one week prior to official opening, and during the festival, is WIDOW CLICQUOT. This British/French co-production based on a true story offers an effervescent portrait of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, the “Grande Dame of Champagne,” otherwise known as Veuve Clicquot.

Aylin Tezel’s directorial debut FALLING INTO PLACE is screening in its Australian Premiere at the Festival. The tender drama follows Kira (played by Tezel) and Ian, each fleeing their own personal struggles, who cross paths during a winter weekend on the Isle of Skye. Their connection is profound but when they return to London, they must both confront their past.

The Festival is excited to present the romance FOUR LETTERS OF LOVE, featuring a commanding ensemble cast including Pierce Brosnan and Helena Bonham Carter. Polly Steele’s beautiful story follows Nicholas and Isabel who are destined for each other, As ghosts, fate and the sheer power of true love pull them together, so too does life threaten to tear them apart.

*excluding special events

For film details, and ticketing, head to : https://britishfilmfestival.com.au/

Thanks to Palace Cinemas

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Film

The Red

I have 5 double in-season passes to THE RED!

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
2) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
3) Let me know: Are you an Aussie horror film fan?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #TheRed, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or below!

IN CINEMAS OCTOBER 31

SYNOPSIS:

In a remote Australian town, terror takes the form of Rippy, a giant Zombie Kangaroo. Starring Terminator/Aliens star Michael Biehn. #RippysGoneRogue

Thanks to Radioactive Pictures and
Hold Fast Public Relations

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Film

The Moogai

I have 10 double in-season passes to THE MOOGAI!

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
2) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
3) Let me know: Do you believe in spirits living amongst us?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #TheMoogai, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or below!

IN CINEMAS OCTOBER 31

SYNOPSIS:

Sarah and Fergus, a hopeful young Aboriginal couple, give birth to their second baby. But what should be a joyous time of their lives becomes sinister when Sarah starts seeing a malevolent spirit she is convinced is trying to take her baby. Fergus, who can’t see it but desperately wants to believe her, grows increasingly worried as she becomes more unbalanced. Is the child-stealing spirit real or is she in fact the biggest threat to the safety of their family?

Thanks to Maslow Entertainment

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Halloween House of Horror

I have a double in-season pass to a film of your choice as part of Dendy Brisbane’s HALLOWEEN HOUSE OF HORROR, October 31, at either Dendy Coorparoo, or Portside.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Follow @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: “What film would you love to see most as part of Dendy’s Halloween House of Horror line up?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the hashtag #DendyHalloween, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or on our website!

ONE NIGHT ONLY OCTOBER 31

SYNOPSIS:

Calling all creatures of the night….

It’s time for the third annual Halloween House of Horror event at the haunted house of Dendy Cinemas.

At Dendy Cinemas Coorparoo, we’ll be featuring six spooky horror films, including cult classics and more modern must sees.

Take your pick from Japanese Language horror AUDITION; the 1922 Horror original NOSFERATU; the 4K Restoration for the 20th Anniversary of SHAUN OF THE DEAD – 20 BLOODY YEARS; the 50th Anniversary screening of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE; or Halloween Classics THE THING and CARRIE.

At Dendy Cinemas Portside you can select from our Anniversary screenings of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE and SHAUN OF THE DEAD – 20 BLOODY YEARS.

Enter if you dare with Dendy decked out to scare plus chilling cocktails available for purchase to quench your screams. Come in costume and receive a free small popcorn.

With all tickets just $18, plus 25% Off for Club Dendy Members, there’s no better place to celebrate Halloween and get your spook on. No matter your taste for terror, we’ve got you covered.

Screening at Dendy Cinemas Coorparoo and Dendy Cinemas Portside Thursday, October 31 from 6pm.

For film details and ticketing, head to: https://www.dendy.com.au/house-of-horror—halloween-takeover-2024/

Thanks to Dendy Brisbane

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Theatre

A Night With The Villains 

I have a double passto a performance of A NIGHT WITH THE VILLAINS, 7pm Tuesday 29 October, at Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills Hub.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Follow @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: Who is your favourite Villain?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the hashtag #ANightWithTheVillains, tagging @reviewbrisbane), Facebook, or on our website!

SEASON RUNNING 29-31 OCTOBER

SYNOPSIS:

Brisbane is set to experience a Halloween like no other, as A Night With The Villains returns – bigger, badder, and boasting an all-new cast of local talent.

This musical parody concert promises the ultimate Halloween experience with thrilling performances, dark humour, and spine-tingling villainy.

Fresh from its rapturously received 2023 season, this year’s show introduces a whole new roster of iconic musical theatre villains, including Captain Hook, Cruella de Vil, Mrs Wormwood, Bonnie & Clyde, The Sanderson Sisters and many more.

Led by the host with the most, Beetlejuice, played by local star Peter Wood (Once On This Island, Head Over Heels), and featuring a stellar cast of Brisbane’s finest performers, this production takes everything audiences loved last year and cranks it up to eleven.

Award-winning director and producer, Elodie Boal, has teamed up with co-producer and director Trent Sellars to bring back a show that is bigger and more spectacular than before.

“This year’s show is larger in every way – new villains, more surprises, and a fresh take on what a Halloween show can be,” Boal said. “It’s perfect for anyone who loves musical theatre, Halloween, or just an evening of wicked fun.”

Tickets for A Night With The Villains are on sale now: https://villainsnight.com/

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Film

Venom: The Last Dance

I have 25 x double passes to the preview screening of VENOM: THE LAST DANCE, 6pm for 6:30pm, Wednesday October 23 at Event Cinemas, Carindale.

For your chance to win a double pass,
1) Make sure you’re following @reviewbrisbane
2) Like this post,
3) Tag who you’d like to take along with you, and
4) Let me know: What song would you choose for your Last Dance?

Put your answer on Twitter, Instagram (with the #Venom), Facebook, or below!

IN CINEMAS OCTOBER 24
But see it first at the preview screening!

SYNOPSIS:

In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

Thanks to Sony Pictures Releasing Australia