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Take a lick a the latest SWITCH update. It's sure to induce a brain freeze, with four great giveaways, two new interviews, exciting updates, our top-notch verdicts on films in cinemas and coming soon, and the biggest trailers for films heading soon to the big screen. So don't wait for a second - read on!

EXCLUSIVE MOVIE PERKS!

WIN, WIN.

Before we get into the giveaways - why battle against hundreds of entries in our public comps when you can turn it into a near-guarantee? We’re currently running Patron-only giveaways for 'The Wizard of the Kremlin', 'Tenor: My Name is Pati' and 'Ice Cream Man', giving our supporters significantly increased odds of winning. It's one of just dozens of recent exclusive giveaways we've offered our supporters!

Join now, and you’re instantly in the running. No extra forms, no extra effort. It’s just one of the perks of being a SWITCH Patron, alongside automatic entries, exclusive competitions and complimentary double passes throughout the year.

For the cost of a coffee each month, we make sure your support goes a long way. Take a look at the perks at patreon.com/maketheswitchAU.

'THE WIZARD OF THE KREMLIN'

PUTIN'S RISE TO POWER.

On to the comps - and wrapping up today is our giveaway for 'The Wizard of the Kremlin'. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Olivier Assayas ('Personal Shopper', 'Clouds of Sils Maria'), this gripping political drama follows a young Russian filmmaker (Paul Dano) who becomes an unlikely advisor to Vladimir Putin (Jude Law) as he rises to power in post-Soviet Russia, navigating the era's complexities and chaos. What starts as a partnership spinning lies and corruption escalates into violence, tyranny and all-out war. Also starring Alicia Vikander and Tom Sturridge. Click here now to win one of five double passes to see 'The Wizard of the Kremlin' in cinemas - but be quick, as entries close tonight.
'TENOR: MY NAME IS PATI'

FROM SAMOA TO THE WORLD STAGE.

Also finishing up today is our giveaway for 'Tenor: My Name is Pati'. Following sell-out screenings at this year's Sydney Film Festival, this acclaimed documentary follows internationally celebrated Samoan tenor Pene Pati's remarkable journey from Samoa and South Auckland to the world stage. Featuring behind-the-scenes access, family archive footage and extraordinary performance sequences, the film offers an intimate portrait of one of opera's most celebrated lyric tenors. To win one of five passes to see 'Tenor: My Name is Pati' in cinemas, click here now - but don't delay, as entries close this evening.
'HOLY DAYS'

KEEPING THE FAITH.

Kicking off today is our giveaway for 'Holy Days'. Miriam Margolyes, Judy Davis and Jacki Weaver lead the heartfelt new comedy Holy Days, a joyful and uplifting story about faith, family and unexpected friendship. Set in 1970s New Zealand, the film follows a grieving young boy and three eccentric nuns who embark on a chaotic road trip to save their beloved convent before it's too late. Filled with warmth, humour and plenty of heart, Holy Days is a moving celebration of community, resilience and hope. A feel-good community experience, made for the big screen! Click here now to win one of five double passes to see 'Holy Days' in cinemas.
'ICE CREAM MAN'

WE ALL SCREAM.

Also launching today is our giveaway for 'Ice Cream Man'. The story of an idyllic summer town descending into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results... as the frozen treats unleash an insatiable hunger in the children who eat them. With each sweet scoop, once-innocent kids transform into gruesome butchers with their sights set on adults. To win one of five double passes to see 'Ice Cream Man' in cinemas, click here now.
'THE BIRTHDAY TRIP'

QUITE THE TRIP.

Charlie sat down with 'The Birthday Trip' writer/director James Robert Woods and cast members Annelise Hall and Luke Jacobz for a rich, revealing conversation about the film. Why write characters this morally compromised? What does the film say about class, race and the state of modern relationships? And is conflict actually the secret to a healthy partnership? It's a fascinating discussion — and it ends with the cast revealing their ideal birthday destinations, which is considerably more wholesome than anything in the film. Click here to watch the full interview now.
REEL LOVE: TIM IFFLAND

REEL LOVE.

The latest episode of our 'Reel Love' series is here — and it's a really fun one! Connor sits down with Tim Iffland, co-host of Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim, to discuss the films that shaped his love of cinema. Tim talks about seeing 'The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring' at age twelve and being so completely absorbed that he didn't touch his popcorn or his drink once — and knowing, when the credits rolled, that something had changed in him forever. He also makes an extremely compelling case for 'Batman Returns' as one of cinema's horniest films, which — honestly — he's not wrong about. Click here to watch the latest episode of 'Reel Love' now.
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SWITCHING IT UP.

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