Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes (MTC) – theatre review
What is appropriate and inappropriate behaviour in a relationship between two adults, when one is
Alex First
Alex First is a Melbourne based journalist and communications specialist. He contributes to The Blurb on film and theatre.
Crisis – movie review
The scourge of opioid addiction is at the core of the dramatic thriller Crisis. A
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts I and II (Princess Theatre) – theatre review
Harry Potter is casting a spell over Melbourne anew, as well it deserves to. How fitting,
Then Came You – movie review
A steady stream of mum and dad jokes lay the foundations for Then Came You,
Chaos Walking – movie review
Chaos Walking is a science fiction action adventure set on a distant planet known as
Nomadland – movie review
In Chloé Zhao’s Nomadland, Fern (Frances McDormand) is a loner. The highly capable 61-year-old has
Raya and the Last Dragon – movie review
Trust is in short supply in the Disney animated feature Raya and the Last Dragon.
A Writer’s Odyssey – movie review
A Writer’s Odyssey is intriguing and a tad exasperating. This intricately woven crime fantasy explores
RUNT (fortyfivedownstairs) – theatre review
Patricia Cornelius is one heck of a writer. She doesn’t pull her punches. Her dialogue
Blackbird – movie review
The controversial topic of euthanasia comes under the microscope in Roger Michell’s drama Blackbird. Lily