features
A dozen intriguing new docos join Neon’s Documentary Spotlight selections
It’s a golden age for documentaries, and Neon’s all about it.
01 Aug
Liam Maguren
Liam has been a part of the crew for over seven years. He does not remember life before Flicks.
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Documenting disconnect: 3 short films on loneliness
There’s a significant difference between loneliness and being alone.
14 Jul
reviews
Space Jam: A New Legacy is surprisingly decent, yet struggles to maintain our interest
At least LeBron James can act his way out of a paper bag.
08 Jul
reviews
Pixar’s hugely charming Luca is a super fun summer hangout film
Luca’s unrushed approach is a move Miyazaki would approve of.
17 Jun
reviews
Irish indie drama Herself is almost destined to connect with NZ audiences
“Cheddar-free acts of kindness provide some of the film’s most heartwarming moments.”
17 Jun
features
From fact to fiction, this is the best sport to watch on Netflix
LLLLLLLLLet’s get rrrready to Netfliiiiiiiiiiix!
06 Jun
features
Amy Poehler brings inescapable teen averageness to life in Duncanville
New animated sitcom chronicles constant – and hilarious – punishment by the puberty gods.
01 Jun
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Facing yourself: 3 inventive short films about insecurity
Insecurity. It’s a very relatable and unavoidable part of being human.
27 May
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Move over Doctor Who, Intergalactic is the new space-travelling British sci-fi to watch
New British sci-fi show is powered by a great female ensemble.
18 May
reviews
Spiral turns back to the same old tricks that made people sick of Saw films
Chris Rock can command the screen if given the right material. This is not the right material.
13 May
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The Mitchells vs the Machines pushes animation—and its running time—to the limits
It’s an inspired wildfire of visual splendour.
30 Apr
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Mortal Kombat is an entertaining load of violent nonsense
There’s a HEAP of kombating for a film just shy of two hours.
22 Apr
reviews
Synchronic’s time travel drugs bring a novel approach to the genre
At its best, the film makes great use of Anthony Mackie’s effortless charisma.
10 Feb
features
How Tumeke Space, the most Kiwi Star Wars ever, was made during lockdown
Not even a pandemic could keep Mukpuddy’s beloved creation down.
09 Feb
features
Search Party switches gears with its deeply psychological fourth season
This one could earn Alia Shawkat an Emmy nomination.
04 Feb
features
Unhappy joy joy: the harsh story behind the new Ren & Stimpy doco
“Well, I just got PTSD right now”
04 Feb
news
Search Party, Harriet, Bad Boys and everything else on Neon this February
There’s also a super special Scottish treat for you Outlander fans.
20 Jan
features
Twi-hards of old should discover A Discovery of Witches
The secret world of witches and vampires collide in this British fantasy series.
11 Jan
reviews
The Croods: A New Age is an incredibly relevant end to this punch-worthy year
The slapstick sure does slap.
16 Dec
features
Bryan Cranston breaks bad again in Your Honor, but not how you expect
Bryan Cranston plays a rule-breaking judge in Neon’s latest.
15 Dec
reviews
Mama’s Music Box and the magic of Christmas movies
Christmas and movies share a similar kind of magic: they bring people together.
10 Dec
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