Taika Waititi’s new film is a creative take on WWII misery and is absolutely hilarious at times, as it is upsetting, and unfortunately that does mean it’s a little tonally off, but its strength is in its children – they drive this film. And the debut performance of Roman Griffin Davis as the lovable Nazi-obsessed ‘Jojo’ is one of the most memorable of the year.
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Jojo Rabbit trailer – see lots of Prague in Taika Waititi’s new WWII satire
The Prague filmed Jo Jo Rabbit finally gets its first trailer, and it’s full of familar streets, buildings and countryside in and surrounding the Czech capital.
Tim Robbins, Terry Gilliam and more to attend Karlovy Vary Film Festival
Oscar winning actor Tim Robbins, director Terry Gilliam and more film industry professionals will attend the 53rd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
Scarlett Johansson in Prague for new Taika Waititi film ‘Jojo Rabbit’
Scarlett Johansson is on board for the new WWII satire Jojo Rabbit directed by Taika Waititi.
Aussie and Kiwi Film Fest 2017 – Poi E: The Story of Our Song review
Poi E is a charming and truly inspirational documentary about a song that transformed not just the Maori community, but the entire country of New Zealand. However, rather than presenting a run-of-the-mill biographical history of the song, the film focuses on the spirit of the people behind it.
Aussie and Kiwi Film Fest: Hunt for the Wilderpeople review
Wilderpeople is an inspiring coming-of-age adventure through the beautiful Kiwi wilderness. In the tradition of road movies like Thelma and Louise or self-discovery adventures like Into the Wild, but with two lovable scoundrels that show off the charming wit and immense talent of this film’s cast and crew, especially director Taika Waititi.