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3:13 Three Thirteen (2014)
A deeply moving experience
Having seen this at a festival recently I can't express how much of an emotional experience those two hours were. Based on true events, the story sucks you straight in from the very start. With great direction and an astonishing performance by the lead actor, it is a film that will live on in my memory for some time to come. An important piece of work, especially considering the key issues it addresses such as crime, homelessness and the unwillingness of society to act on something that could happen to any of us. It's sheer evidence that cinema is a powerful tool in not only raising awareness, but engaging audiences on an experience that could quite literally change their lives.
The Precipice (2018)
A fast-pace thriller with a bite of Australian charm
Watched this at a film festival recently and was not disappointed. The tension will keep you squirming on the edge of your seat right up to its astonishing climax. Australian cinema has never looked so fresh with great performances from the lead actors. It's hardly surprising coming from the country that gave us Mad Max (a post-apocalyptic genre film not too dissimilar to this one) but it seems like the new generation of Ozzie filmmaking is here to stay as this well-oiled machine of a movie ramps up the bar for independent thrillers. With great production value, stunning locations and a cracking script, fans of white-knuckle flicks like Blue Ruin or Run Lola Run should definitely check this one out.
Third Row Centre (2013)
A dark and enjoyable thriller
Saw this at an LA festival beginning of the year. Dark but moving storyline with twists and turns to boot. Great performance from the lead actor who was surprisingly sympathetic considering the voyeuristic nature of his character.
Anyone who's worked in a call centre or office environment will greatly sympathise (but hopefully not too much as the film goes on!). Didn't see that final twist coming and would recommend to anyone who is a fan of psychological thrillers or independent cinema. Any more details about the plot will only ruin the surprises and suspense that this little gem has to offer.