Our idea of a night on the town is changing, but there's a handful of niche spaces still operating across Australia — offering the chance to get out of the house and enjoy some nostalgic entertainment.
Wallace & Gromit's latest madcap adventure sees them battling AI
We first met evil penguin Feathers McGraw in 1993's The Wrong Trousers. Now he's back, seeking revenge on Wallace & Gromit through the spectre of AI.
Photo shows A claymation man, gnome and dog stand outside in front of a large wooden box.The new Lion King prequel is named after Mufasa, but it's all about Scar
In Mufasa: The Lion King, a brand-new prequel to the story we all know and love, we learn how Mufasa became king, and how Scar got his scar.
Photo shows Two young lions next to a river.Stunning animation and an entire song in language: Moana 2 is here
When the first Moana film came out, the authenticity of the Pasifika culture shone through and captured audiences. Eight years later, can the sequel live up to the hype?
Photo shows A still from an animated movie showing four people dressed in traditional Pacific-island clothing looking towards the horizon.The Wild Robot, starring Lupita Nyong'o as a lost android, could just be the next animated classic
In The Wild Robot, Lupita Nyong'o voices a confused robot that finds itself stranded in the wilderness. It's a gorgeous meeting of artful animation, compelling voice acting and a tear-jerker message.
Photo shows A film still of an animated robot with a tiny gosling on its palm, the background is bright purpleAfter 40 years, the Transformers finally get an origin story, with Chris Hemsworth as Optimus Prime
The new animated Transformers movie is a prequel about Optimus Prime's friendship with Megatron, played by Brian Tyree Henry. Can it bring new energy to a well-loved franchise?
Photo shows A film still of a low-angle shot of an animated Optimus Prime, a red-coloured alien robot.Kiwi actor Rachel House is much-loved as a star of Taika Waititi movies. Now she's making her own
Rachel House is one of New Zealand's best-loved actors. Now she's bringing her comedic chops and Māori heritage to directing.
Photo shows A woman in an black and white Adidas tracksuit sits on a director's chair holding a megaphone, surrounded by film props.Even Will Ferrell and White Lotus creator Mike White can't save Despicable Me 4
Despicable Me 4's credits includes comedy heavyweights like Will Ferrell, and The White Lotus' Mike White. But was a sixth instalment in this franchise really necessary?
Photo shows An animated white man and woman wearing tennis gear strike an action pose.Inside Out 2 is a worrying look into the future of original Pixar storytelling
Pixar president Jim Morris confirmed in May that the studio would be focusing more on IP expansion than original storytelling. It shows with Inside Out 2.
Photo shows In Inside Out 2, Riley's emotions face the biggest challenge of them all: Puberty.IF is billed as a film about kids' imaginations — in reality, it's a therapy session for parents
It's a kids' film about troubled imaginary friends, led by writer/director/star John Krasinski, and features some of the biggest names in Hollywood right now.
Photo shows IF hero shotJessica Mauboy leads the support cast of this kids movie, but the young star steals the show
Bullies, bushfires and old sneakers stand in the way of Percy Boy's dream of winning a sports carnival sprint in this feel-good film.
Photo shows A film still of Lisa Maza and Jessica Mauboy, two Aboriginal women. They are sitting outside, Mauboy with her hands clasped.Kid-friendly movies to go see this summer — that you just might enjoy
Exhausted and ready for a rest? Here are some movies to take the kids to.
Photo shows Photo merge of movies Wish, Migration, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and Wonka.Months of work for a few seconds of film: Animator Andy on bringing Chicken Run characters to life
Twenty three years after Chicken Run's release, Andy had the "mind blowing" opportunity to work with stop motion powerhouse Aardman on Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget. We took a look behind the scenes.
Photo shows Andy Bailey, who has short hair and light stubble, grins holding two of the Chicken Run figurines.Meet Deep Roy, the man who was 165 Oompa Loompas — including an entire glam rock band
Deep Roy played 165 Oompa Loompas (including an entire glam rock band) in Tim Burton's 2005 film adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Will Hugh Grant in 2023's Wonka ever measure up?
Photo shows Three versions of Deep Roy singing in Charlie and the Chocolate factory.What are 'long dogs' and why are they driving adult Bluey fans crazy?
If you pause the telly at just the right moment and look in just the right spot, you'll see it. Or you could just look up the answers online, but where's the fun in that?
Photo shows A composite image featuring two hidden long dogs'Weird energy' and a singing Hugh Grant: What fans think of the new Wonka trailer
Come December, we'll have a brand new Willy Wonka film to add to the canon. But a new trailer has raised more questions than answers. Like, is Hugh Grant amazing or terrible? And can Timothée Chalamet sing?
Photo shows Timothee Chalamet dressed as Wonka in a film still with people holding umbrellas saying WONKAPAW Patrol vs Teenage Kraken: Which is a more bearable school holidays flick for adults?
You might not get much of a choice when it comes to which movie you watch this school holidays. But if you do get a vote — or are just going to see a kids movie by yourself (same) — we rated the watchability of the two big offerings this September hols.
Photo shows A composite image of animations of a large purple kraken-girl hybrid, and of the super-dogs in paw patrol.Neighbours actor Joy Chambers-Grundy dies aged 76
The Australian soap star will also be remembered as a best-selling author, poet, philanthropist and a businesswoman as fans, family and colleagues pay tributes on social media.
Photo shows A lady standing in front of a hedge with her hands rested on a low brick wall, smiles towards the cameraCircus matriarch's long days to keep the show on the road
Jan Lennon's circus family work together, play together and study together but they are not keen on living together, which creates a transport nightmare.
Photo shows A woman wearing a red shirt stands in a circus ringThe best new movies to watch at cinemas and stream at home from Christmas Day to New Year's
Tom Hanks as a grump, Emma Thompson as a villain, Daniel Craig as a flamboyant detective, Antonio Banderas as a cat - plus docos, awards-season contenders, family films, biopics and more.
Photo shows A middle-aged man in a kerchief has a severe expression. Two well-dressed women and a Black man stand behind him.House from 1985 cult classic The Goonies goes on sale for $US1.7 million
The realtor in charge of the listing says they have "a few interested parties" already.
Photo shows Top: A screenshot from Goonies. Bottom: A house on a hill