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We are one week into MIFF. I’ve seen three films so far, and all three sessions were full. It’s pleasing to see packed cinemas and a thriving festival.
 
I book my films in July, and it can be challenging to choose among the many films based on blurb alone. I would love to hear your MIFF film recommendations. What are some really good films you have seen at MIFF this year and would recommend?
 
My mini reviews:
 
- Wicker 7/10: Quirky and irreverent story, with an excellent cast. I wish the story and character development had a bit more depth, especially for the side characters.

- Rose 8/10: Amazing performance by Sandra Hüller, and beautiful and poetic cinematography. Compelling and moving story about how difficult women had it in the 17th century.

- Dead Man’s Wire 9/10: Gus Van Sant movie. So clever, funny and absurd at times. Stand out performances by Bill Skarsgård and Dacre Montgomery; I had empathy for both characters. The 1970s soundtrack and look were great too.

- Mārama (I saw it elsewhere, but’s it’s showing at MIFF) 8/10: Dark Māori Gothic horror. Visually stunning. A ghost story that explores the violence and racism of 19thC colonialism.

The Victorian Premier has tabled the working from home bill, which is an amendment to the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

I cycle to work on Heidelberg Road, and I am thankful for the separated bike lane. It’s pretty good most of the way. And then you hit the Heidelberg Road/Queens Pde overpass bridge.

The bike lane on the bridge has rémanents of a concrete spill. There are massive overgrown weeds in the bike lane, and gravel/dirt which could result in a rider losing traction.

Who is responsible for street sweeping DoT main roads? Do I contact Yarra council or DOT?

And to get the bike lane resurfaced, I assume I should be contacting DoT?

I am in the mood to write some complaint emails, so thank you for any insights.