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The Road to Jericho combines a portrait of a Palestinian Bedouin school in the occupied West Bank with four decades of archival footage.

The folk-pop legend resumes touring following a hiatus since 2019, revealing how a small performance rekindled his passion and detailing a recent reconciliation with Paul Simon.

The first major survey of the artist in two decades examines her quest for a singular Australian aesthetic, revealing the complex legacy of her appropriation of Indigenous art.

The Guardian’s review of the Melbourne author’s first fiction finds a sharp tongue and culinary metaphors, though the plot risks becoming overcooked.

The Guardian Culture’s latest guide highlights a packed September for Australian viewers, featuring the premiere of Toy Story 5, two new Russell Crowe films, and a definitive documentary on the Tampa affair.

The Italian sculptor’s first major solo show in Germany explores power and memory through new commissions and historic works, including a scaled-down Brandenburg Gate.

Cybele Malinowski’s new series, captured in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, interrogates the American dream through the lens of professional lookalikes.

Guardian Australia editors have curated a diverse selection of upcoming titles, ranging from Liane Moriarty’s high-stakes sequel to a critical re-examination of Paul Keating’s political legacy.

A former gang leader was found guilty of instigating the 1996 shooting of the rap icon, a verdict that resolves a decades-long mystery relying heavily on the defendant’s own memoir.

Netflix’s latest Untold documentary traces the journey of Dr Rachael Gunn from viral ridicule at the Paris Olympics to a public reappraisal of her unique style.

Richard Linklater’s 2001 rotoscoped indie classic is back on Disney+ in Australia, prompting renewed interest in its philosophical exploration of reality and dream states.

Visitors flocked to the Tennessee theme park to pay tribute to the country music icon, who died at 80 following a cancer diagnosis.

The country legend is remembered as a formidable entrepreneur and philanthropist whose work transcended political divides, with the Imagination Library citing her lifelong dedication to children’s literacy.

The creator of the “infinity mirror room” and psychedelic polka dots has died in Tokyo, leaving behind a legacy that bridged the gap between high art and global pop culture.

The Guardian has praised the six-part series as a beautifully written mood piece that explores friendship and romance among friends in their 60s, positioning it within a growing trend of age-focused narratives.

The Sydney photographer reflects on his vast archive, the murder of his uncle in 1922, and the shifting political landscape at a talk accompanying his new exhibition.

The “Queen of Country” has died aged 80, leaving a legacy that transcended genre boundaries and redefined the commercial potential of American folk traditions.

From grinding poverty to a global brand, Dolly Parton’s six-decade career redefined the intersection of art, commerce, and philanthropy.

Recent media missteps have reignited fascination with the White Stripes drummer, whose unpolished style and private life continue to challenge conventional rock narratives.

The 1980s comedy giant reflects on his quiet 2016 exit from the limelight, attributing his retirement to personal life rather than industry bitterness.

The publication is targeting 30,000 acts of support to fund factual reporting, arguing that the current climate crisis is a manufactured crisis rather than an inevitable natural tragedy.

The actor argues that scrutiny of Oracle CEO Larry Ellison’s role in the deal is a necessary business critique, not hostility towards Jewish people.

The journalist and poet’s new work, published in The Guardian, captures the dissonance of raising a child amidst the conflict in Gaza.

The Australian Classification Board has refused classification for the new horror title, citing “incentivised drug use” rather than its violent content, sparking debate over the coherence of the nation’s media standards.

The Australian actor reveals the high-stakes mishap behind her medical drama role and reflects on her new series premiering next week.

After a fire destroyed its Marrickville warehouse, the company is rebuilding its ‘rough magic’ aesthetic through hand-painted canvases and community support.

From The Office to House of Cards, a new feature reveals how shifting cultural standards and production changes have made once-beloved series difficult to rewatch.

The 60-year-old rapper rekindled his creative drive through jam sessions with his sons, crafting a record that confronts grief, mortality, and the modern cryptocurrency boom.

The Spanish director argues that audiences are becoming lazy and that Netflix is close to winning the war against theatrical releases.

Heap at Carriageworks transforms the foyer into an archaeological site, challenging visitors to excavate artworks hidden beneath 120 tonnes of earth.

Marking the 40th anniversary of the 1986 classic, a new publication details the recording sessions in Johannesburg and the enduring debates surrounding the album’s creation.

The Melbourne studio’s follow-up to Untitled Goose Game has amassed over one million downloads in its first week, leveraging proximity voice chat to transform a local landscape into a space for intimate social exploration.

The transmasculine filmmaker’s feature debut uses a mistaken identity twist to explore family reconciliation and identity in a small-town setting.

With free-to-air broadcasters pivoting to news and sports, the onus for local storytelling has shifted to global platforms, creating a paradox of high production value but low discoverability for audiences.

More than a decade after its original run, The Guardian highlights how Dario Russo and David Ashby’s show turned budget constraints into a stylistic triumph.

Following sold-out Sydney Opera House shows, the Australian rock group releases their first new music since 2022, marking a deliberate move away from emotional turmoil towards a ‘zen’ approach to songwriting.

Director David Wain reflects on the film’s journey from panned release to beloved institution, attributing its endurance to a unique brand of joyfully nihilistic humour and an unbroken creative bond.

Following the deaths of Michelle Trachtenberg and Daveigh Chase, Panettiere’s memoir and recent cardiac arrest highlight the enduring toll of early fame and corporate exploitation.

A new biography and streaming releases are bringing the late country singer’s raw, self-destructive genius back into the spotlight, praised by legends including Dylan and Strummer.

The actress, known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died at 36. Her representative confirmed the news to The Guardian on Sunday night.

As Pokémon marks three decades in Australia, the contrast between early fears of addiction and its current status as a cultural and economic powerhouse is stark.

From Deborah Mailman’s Hall of Fame induction to the ABC’s eight-win haul, the 2026 Logies celebrated a shifting landscape in Australian television.

From Deborah Mailman’s Hall of Fame induction to a crowded Gold Logie race, the ceremony highlighted the breadth of Australian screen production