reviews
A history of racism in academia provides the horror in Master
Horror-tinged depiction of institutional and societal racism proves chilling, if uneven.
18 Mar
Steve Newall
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news
Jane Campion and The Power of the Dog win big at BAFTAs
Dune takes home five awards, while acting wins leave Oscars hard to pick…
14 Mar
features
Spotlight on Zoë Kravitz: a diverse and confident career cat-apult into stardom
A mix of blockbuster spectacular and indie fare has laid the groundwork for an exciting onscreen future.
08 Mar
reviews
Toni Collette is superbly pissed-off in sadly meandering Netflix thriller Pieces of Her
Collette seldom disappoints, always showing 100% commitment, and this is no exception.
08 Mar
features
Spotlight on Joaquin Phoenix: from trainwreck to acting genius
In 2010, Phoenix seemingly torpedoed his career – then came a string of superb performances.
18 Feb
news
How to watch this year’s Academy Awards in Aotearoa
Watch the 94th Academy Awards live (and judge red carpet looks) on Monday 28 March.
14 Feb
news
Win double passes to see the Foo Fighters’ horror-comedy Studio 666
Alongside the Foos, the film features Rami Jaffee, Whitney Cummings, Will Forte and Jenna Ortega.
11 Feb
news
Win double passes to multiple Oscar nominee Flee
A film festival highlight returns to cinemas here soon.
10 Feb
news
The Power of the Dog leads Oscar nominations, with Dune close behind
New Zealand’s Dame Jane Campion becomes the first woman to be nominated for Best Director more than once.
09 Feb
features
Learn more about Raised By Wolves from its creator and stars
“Yeah, the suits, man… I think I’ve got the smell of lube out of my skull, so it’s all good.”
08 Feb
news
Win tickets to see the heartfelt chemistry of C’mon C’mon
Get ready for an acting masterclass – and lump in your throat – in C’mon C’mon.
04 Feb
reviews
Moonfall has the ludicrous plotting and F-the-world-up moments you’d expect
It’s exactly what you expect, if perhaps not quite as earth-shattering as maybe one would hope.
04 Feb
reviews
Even the powerful, petulant UFC can’t stymie Mark Hunt: The Fight of His Life
Hunt’s prowess in the ring is impressive, his life story told in moving and candid fashion.
03 Feb
news
Win tickets to see Cannes Best Actress winner The Worst Person in the World
After wowing audiences and critics worldwide, this “worst” film might be one of the year’s best.
03 Feb
news
Raised By Wolves is back, picking up from a crazy first season of sci-fi
So much crazy stuff happened in the first season, we almost don’t know where to begin.
03 Feb
features
A dozen big awards contenders coming to screens in 2022
This year’s awards may be barely underway, but here are some award-friendly pics coming in 2022.
01 Feb
reviews
Jessica Chastain and a camp, comic tone elevate The Eyes of Tammy Faye
Thanks to Chastain, this is a humanising portrayal of a larger-than-life figure.
28 Jan
news
Win tix to see Penélope Cruz in Pedro Almodóvar’s Parallel Mothers
Cruz and frequent collaborator Almodóvar team up again, to wide acclaim.
28 Jan
news
Win double passes to see Tilda Swinton in woozy film fest hit Memoria
After wowing audiences at NZIFF and In The Shade, more people can see Memoria – some of you for free!
25 Jan
features
In celebration of Roger Donaldson, director who blazed a path from Aotearoa to Hollywood (and back again)
A new NZ On Screen collection traces Donaldson’s path from TV and shorts, to pioneering NZ films and Hollywood blockbusters.
21 Jan
news
The hottest pics to see at summer film festival In the Shade
Auckland gets to see some of our NZIFF faves and other films we’re as eager to discover as you are.
14 Jan