Sam Hobson, Journalist

It’s weird and really stupid in that regard, but it props up the stunning action and visuals ably. Ably or just, depending on your tolerance for this stuff.

A great love story told in deep pink-cloud synths, Afropop rhythms, and rainbow harmonies, Jinja Safari is a shining, scorching, bursting album that has so much to give it can barely contain itself.

So there’s an understanding of the material there, and there’s a very visible talent, but neither is executed with the confidence – or perhaps experience – that this difficult story requires.

Laurence Anyways is just as much Clément’s character’s story of loss and recovery as it is about Laurence’s transition.

“If you’re looking for entertainment, escape or enlightenment in fine company, Brisbane Queer Film Festival is the place to be.”

A deeply romantic, but unflinching, and painfully present examination of an elderly couple suddenly thrust into the conclusion of their years together, Amour is the best film Michael Haneke has ever made.

"I want the festival to be world class, and I want the level of competition to be world class.”

Sam Hobson had a good Weeknd. One of many 2012 highlights.