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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

MOVIE FANS! I’ve just pieced together my TOP 10 MOVIES OF THE 21st CENTURY! Do you agree with any films in the list? What would be in yours? open.substack.com/pub/nickmill... #Films #Movies #FilmSky #Substack #Horror #Cinema #Film #MovieSky 🎥🎬📽️🎞️

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20 great films of the 21st Century: 10-1

Tough decisions and strong omissions continue in the countdown to my top 20 favourite movies of the 21st-Century

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

It’s a recommend! The sheep steal the show.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

THE SHEEP DETECTIVES (2026) This morning on ABC 1233 Breakfast we reviewed the delightful new film THE SHEEP DETECTIVES! Here’s a snippet. youtu.be/qiJLaLHmz6w?... #TheSheepDetectives #Animals #FilmSky 🎥📽️🎬🎞️ #Movies #Letterboxd #Film #Cinema

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The Sheep Detectives movie review on ABC 1233 Breakfast

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

MORTAL KOMBAT II PREMIERE My full report on the star-studded MORTAL KOMBAT II premiere at Sydney’s IMAX Theatre. What a fun night! youtube.com/shorts/ZHhvt... #MortalKombatII #FilmSky 🎥📽️ #Gaming #Movies #FilmReview #Letterboxd #MortalKombat #Cinema

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Mortal Kombat II premiere lights up Sydney's Darling Harbour with star-studded party for mega fans

YouTube video by Nick Milligan

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Had fun at the Sydney premiere of #MortalKombatII tonight. Most of the principal cast were in attendance and stayed to watch the film. My review is embargoed until Thursday morning, so I can’t comment other than to say fans are going to love this movie! #FilmSky #Movies #FilmReview #IMAX #Gaming

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

That’s not fair. I put my name on my smut when I publish it. No hints?

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

And was said smut published anywhere? Asking for a friend.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Thank you to everyone that came along to Words & Music this year at Newcastle’s Conservatorium of Music. Another stunning line-up of readings and songs. Always so inspiring to be in the presence of such powerful storytellers. I have some exciting plans for next year. #Writing #Reading #Books 📚

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Was lovely to be a part of the “Pushing the Boundaries” panel talk with moderator Nina Cullen, and authors Cadence Bell and Yumna Kassab. Was my first opportunity to discuss my new book Guardian. Thanks to @newwritersfest.bsky.social for having me. #NWF2026 #Books #Author #Writing #Fiction

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

NEW SUBSTACK! My chat with NATHAN HUDSON of FAKER ahead of the band's long-awaited reunion tour after 13 years in the wilderness. New single. New record. New tour. New era. READ HERE! bit.ly/4sn6gm9 And please let me know what you think. #Music #MusicSky #Faker #AussieMusic #OzRock #RockMusic

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

WORDS & MUSIC returns in 2026! I have the pleasure of curating this event for @newwritersfest.bsky.social each year. Songwriters like Urthboy, Liz Stringer etc will perform original works inspired by books, poems etc. Sat, Mar 28 at the Conservatorium. TIX HERE: bit.ly/3Mf5dFz #BookSky #MusicSky

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Happy birthday to the great David Lynch. We all miss you. #DavidLynch #Movies #Film

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I wish they'd just taken the english translation for the US release - Of Death, Of Love. Cemetery Man sounds like an undead superhero.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Dellamorte Dellamore is my favourite movie. A romantic, erotic, existential and bleakly funny zombie fantasia - completely intoxicating and frequently hilarious. Highly recommended! #Horror #Film #Movies #FilmSky 📽️🎥🎬

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I occasionally get a snap of my two together. Sitting still. #Ragdoll #Cats #CatsofBsky

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Definitely warned! 😆 Though there are so many movies that I think are brilliant that many people resoundingly despise, that I’ve learned to keep an open mind.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

This has been in my watchlist for a little while. The cast is too good for me not to watch it.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Oh great! I'm into all animals, but I do love cats and have two very sweet/cheeky cats that are my children. Cat appreciation might be a single issue, but it's a major one.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I imagine my distribution will even out over time, as I finish the all the various top lists in the Stats section. Lately the only total duds I watch are the ones I have to see for work.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

JACK LADDER GOES TO LA There's a fresh feature on my #Substack. Jack Ladder talks his eighth album in North Hollywood with members of Elton John's and Bonnie Raitt's bands. Please like and share. nickmilliganwriter.substack.com/p/jack-ladde... #Music #Songwriting #AusMusic #Sydney #MusicSky 🎵

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Jack Ladder goes to LA

Jack Ladder explores separation through song on his dark eighth album, recorded in North Hollywood with cream session players.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Thank you for sharing! Some would say I have diverse tastes. And I hope everyone takes the time to watch my top four.

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Animal Justice Party @animaljusticeparty.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

DINGOES FACE EXTINCTION Georgie Purcell MP: "A critically endangered population of dingoes may now be extinct due to the severity of the Wyperfeld bushfires. We must save this genetically distinct population before they are gone forever. HELP 👇 #AusPol #VicBushfires #SpringSt #VicPol #Dingoes

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

TOP 10 OF 2025! Here’s my fave movies from last year. Hopefully you find something you like. Please like and share, thank you. ❤️🎥 Let’s connect on Substack. #Films #Movies #FilmReview #Substack #Cinema #Horror #Letterboxd #Documentary #Hollywood #Actors #Blogs #FilmHistory

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

BEST MOVIES OF 2025 Time to once again count down my favourite movies of the year. But for the very first time on Substack! Here’s numbers 20 to 11, with the rest to follow. Please like and subscribe. open.substack.com/pub/nickmill... #Film #Movies #Cinema #FilmsofBsky 📽️ #FilmReviews #Substack

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

“I am trying to encourage you to hone your skills.” 😆 I’m so embarrassed for you right now. That’s horrendous.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

I’m on Substack! Did I mention that already? Would be rad if you liked and subscribed and all that. I just put up my chat with Suzy Eddie Izzard ahead of her big visit to Australia next year. open.substack.com/pub/nickmill... #EddieIzzard #Substack #Comedy #Theatre #Entertainment #Comedian

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

It’s chilling to see people celebrate the repeal of the brumby protection act. The last round of aerial shooting was unadulterated barbarism. Populations can he reduced to zero through non-lethal, humane means. This also adheres to moral and logical consistency. www.abc.net.au/news/2023-12...

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Ballistics expert questions calibre of guns being used to cull brumbies in national park

A NSW upper house inquiry into the aerial shooting of brumbies in Kosciuszko National Park has been told that the choice of weapon was behind the high number of shots required to kill the horses.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Lachlan X. Morris is pushing back on the status quo of streaming. And others will follow. Convenience is killing art. A brief essay on why art should be inconvenient. open.substack.com/pub/nickmill...

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Art and the convenience toxin

Over 25 years into the digital distribution experiment, all the world's art is at our immediate disposal. But now art is immediately disposable.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Hey friends, Anyone on Substack? I’ve decided to give the platform a go as the main outlet for my reviews, essays and fiction etc. Let’s connect if you’re on there. #Substack substack.com/@nickmilliga...

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Nick Milligan | Substack

I'm an author and culture writer from Newcastle, Australia. I review films on ABC radio. My works of fiction include the novel Enormity, the short story collection Tomcat Feelings and the novella Guar...

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Animal Justice Party @animaljusticeparty.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

SPRING HARMIVAL 🥳 "Spring Carnival" = animal abuse, gambling harm, alcoholism, family and domestic violence, and wasted public funds. Join us in saying "Nup to the Cup" once again. #Auspol #AusPol25 #AnimalWelfare #MelbourneCup #NuptotheCup #AnimalRights #HorseRacing #Horses #Gambling

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Animal Justice Party @animaljusticeparty.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

NUP TO THE CUP 🛑 175 dead horses. According to an annual report*, one horse died on average every two days during the 24/25 racing season. 85 horses died following injuries to their front limbs, including fractures to the humerus, carpus, knee and sesamoid bone. #NuptotheCup #MelbourneCup #Horse

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Vegan FTA @veganftaofficial.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

🌱 Happy World Vegan Day! 💚 Today we celebrate the incredible compassion of vegans around the world, and we honor those we fight for. 🐷🐮🐰🐶🦊🐯 Together we are their voice. Together we are shaping a future that can only be vegan. 💚🌍✌️ ⁠ #vegan #veganism #veganfortheanimals

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Bugonia is the Misery of our times, about the misery of our times. #Bugonia #Filmsky 🎥📽️ #Movies #Film #Cinema

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I spoke with Hollywood legend and writer Griffin Dunne (nephew of John Gregory Dunne and Joan Didion) ahead of his visit to Newcastle this month. Here’s a taste. Grab your tickets, Novocastrians! @newwritersfest.bsky.social #books #writing #movies #Hollywood #JoanDidion youtu.be/u9TCsNoUJ_c?...

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Griffin Dunne speaks with Nick Milligan ahead of his Newcastle event.

YouTube video by Newcastle Writers Festival

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Now you’re just repeating yourself. Which doesn’t pass muster as imagination. You may need every fibre of your imagination to prosecute the argument that the conceptual presence of nuance paradoxically eliminates the conceptual existence of hypocrisy. Best of luck.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

“Why do things always have to be presented as binary?” is an unimaginative, defensive and non-constructive response to any investigation of hypocrisy. Person A: “Can you be against slavery and still own a slave?” Person B: “Why do things always have to be presented as binary?”

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Molly Knight @mollyknight.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

what a humiliating way for don jr. to find out his dad sends birthday cards.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Shame no one ever told Bob Katter about the “Streisand effect”. #AusPol #AusPol25 #BobKatter

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

If you love animals or live with a furry family member, I recommend joining the AJP. It’s fun + rewarding to be a member of a political party that cares about welfare, climate, housing & human rights. Just $44 p/y, or $5 to join the Young AJP (29 & under). No obligations. Just supports their work.

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Nick Milligan @nickmilligan.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

The “easy cure” is to end this industry of exploitation once and for all. Then there won’t be two broken legs and the necessary vet bills to rehabilitate an injured innocent animal.

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