In these challenging times when cinema-goers are required to stay in, Roadshow Films is giving movie lovers across the country the ability to experience some of the biggest cinematic releases in the comfort of their homes.

The films to be released over the next week, include DC Blockbuster BIRDS OF PREY AND THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN, Guy Ritchie’s sophisticated action-comedy, THE GENTLEMEN, thought-provoking true story JUST MERCY and high-octane Australian family film GO! amongst others.

The compelling slate includes films that were either partway through their theatrical run, or which have recently completed their theatrical run in Australia and New Zealand and are being released express to in-home as a temporary measure in response to the COVID-19 crisis and the forced closure of cinemas.

“These are some of our most popular releases of the year and we are pleased to be able to bring them into Australian homes, express from the cinemas, in these extraordinary times” said Joel Pearlman, CEO Roadshow Films. “Roadshow Films has been entertaining Australians for over 80 years and we remain committed to bringing the best quality local and international entertainment to Australian movie lovers.”

The early release films will be available to buy on digital download from this weekend.

JOKER – Now Available
HUSTLERS – Now Available
THE GOOD LIAR – Now Available
GO! – Available on 27/03/2020
MIDWAY – Available on 27/03/2020
BIRDS OF PREY & THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN – Available on 28/03/2020
JUST MERCY – Available on 28/03/2020
MISS FISHER AND THE CRYPT OF TEARS – Available on 30/03/2020
THE GENTLEMEN – Available on 31/03/2020
RICHARD JEWELL – Available on 01/04/2020
MOTHERLESS BROOKLYN – Available on 01/04/2020
THE WAY BACK – Available on 15/04/2020

For more information head to www.roadshow.com.au

Producer/director Bill Condon has a history with McKellen with Gods & Monsters and Mr. Holmes and does little to rein in his eccentricities. Mirren gives as good as she gets and does so with a thinly veiled look of superiority. With the ad and press campaign for the film leaving little doubt that both participants have something up their sleeves, the real surprises don’t arrive until the last reel reveal.

The twist when it does come, will catch most by surprise as it comes way out from left field. It does however feel a little forced in the context of having so few clues given beforehand. Even with McKellen’s character seemingly having the surest hand during most of the movie, it gives very little information on the cause and effect of his past.

The main satisfaction inherent in The Good Liar comes from the act of watching Mirren and McKellen riff off each. This provides more delight than the revelatory moments inherent in the sting movie genre. As these two grow older, their rare moments together on stage or screen are ones to be cherished.
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Career con man Roy Courtnay (Ian McKellen) sets his sights on his latest mark: recently widowed Betty McLeish (Helen Mirren), worth millions. And he means to take it all. But as the two draw closer, what should have been another simple swindle takes on the ultimate stakes.

Legendary actors Mirren and McKellen star together on screen for the first time in this suspenseful drama from New Line Cinema about the secrets people keep and the lies they live.

THE GOOD LIAR was directed and produced by Bill Condon, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of “Gods and Monsters,” from a screenplay by Jeffrey Hatcher, based on the widely acclaimed novel by Nicholas Searle.

THE GOOD LIAR releases in Australian cinemas December 5.

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Legendary actors Mirren and McKellen star together on screen for the first time in this suspenseful drama from New Line Cinema about the secrets people keep and the lies they live.

THE GOOD LIAR was directed and produced by Bill Condon, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of “Gods and Monsters,” from a screenplay by Jeffrey Hatcher, based on the widely acclaimed novel by Nicholas Searle.

THE GOOD LIAR releases in Australia in theatres on January 23, 2020.
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Career con artist Roy Courtnay can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her home and life to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life.

THE GOOD LIAR is directed by Bill Condon and stars Helen Mirren, Ian McKellan, Russell Tovey and Jim Carter.

THE GOOD LIAR releases in Australian cinemas on January 23, 2020.
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