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The host who launched the careers of Tina Arena and Dannii Minogue is remembered for his musical hits and enduring impact on Australian culture

Adam Ouston’s new book, Mine, traps a poet in an abandoned mine to explore Tasmania’s environmental history and the 1912 North Mount Lyell disaster.

Relocating to the US three years ago allowed Smith to escape judgment and reconnect with their roots, resulting in an album centred on a queer love story and personal healing.

Speaking from London, Bill Nighy reflects on his new film & Sons, his podcast Ill-Advised, and the ‘reckless restraint’ that defines his career.

From stopping shoots to provide pastoral care, the role of the child chaperone is legally mandated but often overlooked in production acknowledgments.

Philippa Northeast leads a diverse cast in Liz Doran’s contemporary take on the patriarchal struggle, though historical fidelity takes a backseat to modern sensibilities.

In a candid interview with The Guardian Culture, Bruce Dern reveals why he declined the role of Gandhi, his enduring physical routine, and the sentimental nature of his new Canadian production, Northbound.

Recorded in Topanga with producer Jonathan Wilson, the new record explores themes of gaslighting and betrayal, reflecting Cummings’ shift from mirroring others to embracing her own nature.

As government restrictions tighten and software updates erase decades of simulated intimacy, filmmaker Chouwa Liang examines the human need behind the code.

A new retrospective analysis by The Guardian Culture highlights how Mann’s high-definition, post-9/11 thriller has gained cult status, standing in stark contrast to the upcoming Joseph Kosinski reboot

San Francisco’s pop-punk pioneers loom large in this fun, puppyish film about a scrappy band desperate to meet their idols.

John Cameron Mitchell tells The Guardian Culture that disconnecting from technology fosters empathy, reflecting on his decision to decline David Bowie’s offer to play Ziggy Stardust and his recent Broadway injury.

From meat pies with legs to Ford Falcon power-ups, the developers behind Pro Jank Footy are proving that Australian sporting culture can travel without explanation.

In a June 2026 interview published shortly after his death on 13 July, Sam Neill shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the set of Hunt for the Wilderpeople, including the spontaneous creation of its iconic birthday song and the logistical challenges of filming on Ngāti Rangi tribal land.

Purcell’s play-turned-book-turned-film is now also an opera, a form that allows for a more expansive story and a deeper sense of First Nations culture

From a contemporary soundtrack to expanded storylines, the series aims to capture the rebellious spirit of its teenage author through a diverse, unapologetic lens.

As Ariana Grande withdraws from public life following the release of her album Petal, the viral discourse surrounding her physique reveals a deeper tension between bodily autonomy and the urge to intervene in visible suffering.

The 2026 Nimas ceremony celebrated a new generation of Indigenous talent while inducting legends into the Hall of Fame, marking a significant moment for Australian music culture.

In a candid interview with The Guardian, the comedian and television presenter discusses her meticulous approach to romance, a memorable brush with Hollywood stardom and the sartorial mishaps of baking television.

As suppression orders lift following Carr’s 2023 rape conviction, dozens of women recount a history of bullying, psychological damage, and predatory behaviour within the Australian music industry.

In a recent opinion piece for The Guardian Culture, the author argues that the dream of interplanetary settlement is a technological pipe dream, contrasting the hostile reality of Mars with the viability of Earth’s frontiers.

The Guardian reviews Easton’s third instalment, *Now, Autonomy*, as a granular exploration of working-class life, gentrification, and the search for agency in a culturally diverse Sydney.

Chilean filmmaker Maite Alberdi confronts the gap between a prisoner’s melodramatic narrative and court evidence in her new Netflix release, exploring the complex psychology behind a 2009 infant abduction.

Wilson’s critique, published in the London Review of Books and the Sunday Times, highlights a sharp divide between commercial spectacle and literary depth, even as she acknowledges the film’s role in driving sales of classical texts.

Marvel Studios confirms British actor David Jonsson will portray T’Challa’s son in the third film, following a private selection by director Ryan Coogler.

The Australian series, which concludes its third and final season on Binge, has garnered international acclaim while maintaining a distinct local identity that its creators refuse to dilute for global markets.

The follow-up to Sorrow and Bliss traces a tech worker’s obsession with a famous author, blending wit with a critique of parasocial dynamics.

A Guardian analysis argues that contemporary society mirrors the excesses of the 19th-century decadent movement but lacks its sensory commitment, replacing enjoyment with self-optimisation and algorithmic stimulation.

Created by real-life couple Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, the show’s conclusion sees protagonists Ashley and Gordon navigate a renewed dynamic three years after an awkward proposal

From driving a tank over a Tesla to painting semi-abstract works on the climate emergency, Turner discusses why he remains a 'simple rebel' dedicated to making art accessible to the masses.

Following the massive cultural footprint of 2024’s Brat, the pop star releases Music, Fashion, Film, a meta-commentary on identity, self-commodification, and the pressure of sustaining relevance in the modern media landscape.

The Guardian reviews Chris Ames’ debut collection, I Made This Just For You, for its tender exploration of grief and platform capitalism through the lens of absurdity.

Ryan Gosling’s long-standing dissatisfaction with his bent wrist in the film’s promotional imagery has finally been addressed, though the alteration has drawn sharp criticism from fans who view the original gesture as a vital piece of cultural texture.

The Guardian’s review of the National Geographic series highlights Tom Hiddleston’s emotional narration and re-enactments of the AD 79 eruption, noting his interactions with experts and his attempt to trace the stories of three Pompeians.

A limited theatrical rollout in two cities precedes the Paramount+ debut, a strategic move to secure Academy Award eligibility for the feature that continues the Nickelodeon series.

A panel of writers including Hollie Richardson and Lucy Mangan analyse the narrative choices that turned sitcoms, dramas, and crime thrillers into enduring cultural touchstones

Africa’s first major streaming hit defies the ‘trash TV’ label, offering a sharp critique of social mobility and tradition through a pan-African lens.

In a recent interview with The Guardian, John Carpenter discusses his transition from the Hollywood studio system to a slower lifestyle, while announcing the release of his new album and graphic novel, both titled Cathedral.

Co-director Joe Russo describes the December tentpole as a return to phase zero, featuring Robert Downey Jr as Doctor Doom and a star-studded ensemble, as the studio seeks to reverse recent commercial stagnation.

A beheading in the outback kicks off this terrific six-part series, in which the greatest pleasure is not solving the crime but learning about the peculiar locals

Universal Pictures confirms the Homer adaptation has surpassed Oppenheimer’s opening, marking the director’s strongest start since The Dark Knight Rises.

Shark describes the project as her best work to date, created under a strict deadline to overcome a songwriting block, while also critiquing the burdens of celebrity and the impact of large language models on musician rights.

From observing real operations to memorising scripts in the bath, Anna Friel reveals the rituals behind her performance as Dr Gloria Wall in the Australian medical drama.