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.

Event
Ben Is Back

Thu, 31 Jan - Wed, 27 Mar 2019
Various cinemas in Melbourne

A fine-tuned performance from Julia Roberts lifts this familiar addiction drama.

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Event
The Hate U Give

Thu, 31 Jan - Wed, 27 Mar 2019
Various cinemas in Melbourne

This compelling race-relations drama offers a perceptive, impassioned insight into America today.

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News
Alliance Francaise French Film Festival Has Unveiled Its Jam-Packed 2019 Lineup

The festival's star-studded 30th anniversary program features everyone from Charlotte Gainsbourg and Juliette Binoche to Joaquin Phoenix and Robert Pattinson.

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Cafe
Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie

45 Cook Street, Flinders

A small chocolate shop creating all sorts of truffles, ice creams and brownies.

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News
You Can Now Watch the Feel-Good Trailer for Australia's Next Big Rom-Com, 'Top End Wedding'

Miranda Tapsell writes and stars in this crowdpleaser, reuniting with the director of 'The Sapphires'.

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News
Zac Efron Transforms Into a Serial Killer in the Trailer for the New Ted Bundy Film

The actor has swapped teen musicals and 'Bad Neighbours' for a stint as the notorious murderer.

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News
Say Cheers to 2018's Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers

You've heard 2018's best songs — now drink the year's best brews.

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Event
Green Book

Thu, 24 Jan - Wed, 20 Mar 2019
Various cinemas in Melbourne

This Oscar-nominated race-relations drama boasts excellent performances and warm intentions, but still remains problematic.

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News
Four Films to See This Summer that Your Inner Child (and Actual Kiddo) Will Love

Family-friendly flicks for all ages.

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Event
Let the Sunshine In

Thu, 24 Jan - Tue, 12 Feb 2019
Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

French star Juliette Binoche and acclaimed director Claire Denis combine for a sophisticated and soulful look at romance.

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Event
Free Solo

Thu, 24 Jan - Wed, 27 Mar 2019
Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

This Oscar-nominated documentary chronicles the stunning tale of rock-climber Alex Honnold and his historic attempt to scale Yosemite's El Capitan without ropes.

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Event
The Front Runner

Thu, 31 Jan - Wed, 3 Apr 2019
Various cinemas in Melbourne

Hugh Jackman plays a real-life presidential candidate caught up in a scandal in this timely political drama.

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Event
Dirty Dancing: The Immersive Cinema Experience

Fri, 22 Mar - Sun, 24 Mar 2019
Flemington Racecourse, Flemington

Check into Kellerman's Mountain House for Swayze-style painting classes, volleyball games and dance lessons.

Buy Tickets

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News
'Roma', 'A Star Is Born' and 'Black Panther' Lead the Way at This Year's Oscar Nominations

Spike Lee picked up his first-ever best director nomination and Marvel has its first look-in at the big one.

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Event
Indie Spirits 2019

Sun, 31 Mar, 2019
The Craft & Co, Collingwood

One day. 150 boutique spirits. More than 40 spirit maestros.

Buy Tickets

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News
You Can Now Tour This Enormous David Bowie Exhibition Via Your Phone

The collection of more than 400 Bowie items has gone virtual.

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News
The World's First Entirely Vegan Luxury Hotel Suite Is Now Open

It's decked out in plant-based substances, fibres and surfaces — and even your room keycard is made from a natural pineapple-based material.

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News
This New Art Installation Is Playing Toto's 'Africa' Non-Stop in the African Desert

It's set up to play all day, every day "for all eternity".

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Gelatissimo's Bundaberg Ginger Beer Gelato Is Your Refreshing New Summer Dessert

The limited-edition flavour turns the classic Aussie beverage into a tangy, slightly fizzy treat.

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Boho Luxe Market and Glamping Festival 2019

Fri, 30 Aug - Sun, 1 Sep 2019
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton

Bringing the Byron Bay lifestyle to Melbourne for three days of stalls, food trucks and glamping inspiration.

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