Sarah Ward

Sarah Ward is Concrete Playground's Editor — and also Film and TV Editor, Film and TV Critic, Arts and Entertainment Editor, and Brisbane Editor. If it's on a screen big or small, happening in Brisbane and southeast Queensland, or news of national and international interest — particularly arts and entertainment — then Sarah is across it.

Sarah has also been a film critic for ABC radio for over a decade. Covering all things cinema and television, Sarah has written for Screen International since 2015, and contributed to SBS, ACMI, AACTA, Birth.Movies.Death, Flicks, Senses of Cinema, ScreenHub, ArtsHub, Junkee, FilmInk, Lumina, Metro Magazine, Screen Education and more. Sarah's background includes managing, writing for, mentoring at, being on judging panels at and hosting Q&As at Australian film festivals, such as the Brisbane International Film Festival, Melbourne International Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, Queensland Film Festival, Sydney Underground Film Festival, Brisbane Asia Pacific Film Festival and Gold Coast Film Festival.

Favourite cinema in Brisbane: Angelika Film Centre, which is a glorious new place to see a movie.

Favourite cinema in Sydney: Golden Age Cinema & Bar, the one cinema everyone needs to go to in Sydney if they only go to one cinema.

Favourite cinema in Melbourne: The Astor Theatre, and not just because of its history with cinema cats.

News
David Attenborough's Latest Nature Documentary Will Hit Cinemas Down Under Next Month

And then it'll head to Netflix.

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HBO Has Dropped Another Teaser for New Nicole Kidman-Starring Murder-Mystery 'The Undoing'

It's the latest twisty thriller making the leap from page to screen — and it co-stars Hugh Grant.

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Disney Is Sending Its Live-Action Version of 'Mulan' Direct to Video on Demand Next Month

You'll be able to stream the sword-swinging, arrow-flinging remake — but you'll also need to pay extra to watch it.

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Dedicated Horror Streaming Service Shudder Has Finally Launched Down Under

Your new go-to for scary movies, unsettling TV shows, thriller flicks and all things suspenseful.

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The AWW Is Releasing a 40th Anniversary Edition of Its Beloved Children's Birthday Cake Book

Get nostalgic and find inspiration for your next at-home baking project.

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News
The UK Government Is Paying for Diners to Have Half-Price Meals at Restaurants for a Whole Month

It's hoped the scheme, called 'Eat Out to Help Out', will encourage residents to dine out and support struggling hospo businesses.

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You Can Now Dive Beneath the Sea to Tour Australia's Museum of Underwater Art

Go diving or snorkelling through a 12-metre-high coral greenhouse — located 18 metres below the water on the Great Barrier Reef.

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'Watchmen', 'The Marvelous Mrs Maisel' and 'Succession' Lead the 2020 Emmy Nominations

'The Crown', 'Westworld', 'The Handmaid's Tale', 'Unorthodox', 'What We Do in the Shadows' and even 'Tiger King' earned some love, too.

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Cult-Favourite US Chain Five Guys Is Bringing Its Burgers and Shakes to Australia and New Zealand

Starting with Sydney, it'll open at least 20 stores in Australia alone.

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The Calm Relaxation App Is Being Turned Into a HBO Series Narrated by Keanu Reeves and Idris Elba

Oscar Isaac, Nicole Kidman, Mahershala Ali, Zoë Kravitz, Lucy Liu and Cillian Murphy will also be lending their voices to the series.

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HBO's Star-Studded Fantasy Series 'His Dark Materials' Has Dropped Its First Season Two Trailer

And 'Fleabag' stars Andrew Scott and Phoebe Waller-Bridge are joining the cast.

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News
You Can Party On with the Totally Excellent Full Trailer for 'Bill & Ted Face the Music'

Whoa.

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Event
Ten-Cent Wings

Wed, 29 Jul, 2020
The Bavarian Newmarket, Auckland

Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day with cheap chook.

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The New Movies You Can Watch at New Zealand Cinemas This Week

Head to the flicks to see a heartbreaking drama, enjoy Elisabeth Moss' latest fantastic performance and watch an engaging new fashion documentary.

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News
The First Trailer for 'Snowpiercer' Season Two Teases More Dystopian Dramas and a New Villain

It's based on Bong Joon-ho's excellent film — and it stars 'Hamilton' Tony Award-winner Daveed Diggs.

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Event
Waves

Following the ups and downs experienced by an African American family, this magnificent drama is stunningly visceral, stirring and profound.

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Event
The King of Staten Island

Thu, 16 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug 2020
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

Pete Davidson commands attention in Judd Apatow's arrested development-fuelled comedy, which is loosely based on the 'Saturday Night Live' star's own life story.

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News
Iceland Wants to Blast Your 2020-Induced Screams Into the Country's Frosty Wilderness

Your frustrated yells will echo through one of seven locations — including the country's fjords, the capital of Reykjavík or the volcanic surroundings of the Reykjanes peninsula.

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Netflix Is Bringing the Second Season of the 'Dirty John' TV Series to Your Streaming Queue

The true-crime series returns — this time with a case dating back to the 80s, and starring Amanda Peet and Christian Slater.

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Shelter Is the New Streaming Platform Focusing on Architecture and Design

Watch documentaries about tiny houses and famous architects, or binge your way through shows about impressive homes.

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