KinoFest - German Film Festival
In collaboration with the Goethe-Institut New Zealand, this is a unique insight into Germany's current diverse film production with a special opening night event on Sat 2 Nov.
Akira Kurosawa Season
To celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Akira Kurosawa's masterpiece, we are presenting 9 films of the Japanese filmmaker in newly restored versions over the coming weeks. This week Ikiru (1952) (PG)
First Thursdays - Artist Films
On the first Thursday of each month, we present a film that offer a captivating journey through the lives and works of iconic figures in the art world.
Memoir of a Snail (M)
A heartfelt, poignant and humorous tale that explores finding confidence and hope amidst life’s challenges.
Red One (PG)
After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.
Sharko (E)
A feature-length documentary drama about rugby league legend Mark Graham’s personal and professional life told through the perspective of his filmmaker son, Luke Graham
Suddenly (M)
When Ben and Laura are stranded in a hostile environment with no means of communication, they must work together in a life and death battle for survival.
Gladiator ll (M) Advance Screening Wed 13 Nov
From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance.
The Red - Rippy's Gone Rogue (R16)
In a remote Australian town, terror takes the form of Rippy, a giant Zombie Kangaroo with a taste for flesh.
Head South (R16)
Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand, 1979. Angus is drawn to the underground post-punk music scene and navigates self doubt, derision and a family tragedy to take the stage for the first time.
The Critic (M)
London, 1934. When the most feared and vicious theatre critic in town finds himself suddenly in the cross hairs of the Daily Chronicle’s new owner, he strikes a Faustian pact with a struggling actress who is desperate to win his favour.
Kneecap (R16)
North Ireland anarchic Belfast trio form a rap group called Kneecap, and become the unlikely figurehead of a civil rights movement to save their native mother tongue.
LEE (M)
Kate Winslet portrays a fascinating portrait of the great American war correspondent Lee Miller.
Venom: The Last Dance (M)
The final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on the duo's last dance.
I Am a Dark River (E)
Documentary on the printmaker and publisher Bob Lowry.
Maurice and I (E)
A documentary celebrating Sir Miles Warren and Maurice Mahoney’s hugely influential architectural partnership, and their legacy that was all but lost in the devastating Christchurch earthquakes.
Six Inches of Soil (E)
The inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food - to heal the soil, benefit our health and provide for local communities.
Smile 2 (R16)
The sequel to the breakout hit Smile.
My Favourite Cake (M)
A lonely but fiercely determined 70-year-old widow takes a second chance on love in this charming and funny yet politically subversive romance from Iran.
A Mistake (M)
A thought-provoking film that delves into the ripple effect of a single human error; adaptation of the award-winning novel.
