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Hasta la vista baby. Terminator 2: Judgment Day returns to theatres worldwide this August for its 35th anniversary with 4K and 3D premium formats, a new trailer, and fresh poster art. All release dates and full details are in the media announcement. Take a look and get ready for the return of a landmark film.

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8 July 2026

7 July 2026

New Madman Titles at this year's NZIFF!

7 July 2026

Madman’s 2026 NZIFF lineup is stacked with award‑winners, Cannes breakouts, queer coming‑of‑age gems, prestige international drama, and a freshly restored Kiwi classic. This is the kind of slate that makes people actually buy tickets; emotional gut‑punches, wild midnight crowd‑pleasers, and big‑name auteurs all in one place.

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7 July 2026

Tofiga announces new live NZ show with rising star Laban Miller

7 July 2026

Tofiga Fepulea’i is hitting the road this August with Fresh Since Ages Ago; a brand‑new hour featuring Aunty Tala, Uncle Sam and Master Tavita, plus rising comedy star Laban Miller. Fresh off winning the Topp Prize and riding a wave of new fans from Taskmaster NZ and Moana 2, Tofiga’s bringing his biggest, loudest, funniest tour yet to five cities across Aotearoa. Tickets are on sale now.

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7 July 2026

Latest Film & TV Reviews

Film & TV

8 July 2026

The Five Star Weekend (2026)

8 July 2026

A sunny, easy‑watch drama set in Nantucket where Jennifer Garner leads a stacked ensemble through a weekend of friendship, reflection and gentle reinvention. With gorgeous scenery, warm performances and low‑stakes emotional comfort, The Five‑Star Weekend is a soft, scenic binge about women reconnecting, reassessing their lives and finding steadiness after upheaval. We rate it a safe 4 out of 5!

8 July 2026

5 July 2026

Gloria (2026)

5 July 2026

A tender portrait of Sam, a queer artist in Greymouth who transforms an old Anglican church into a hot pink sanctuary filled with handmade paper‑mâché parishioners. Gloria explores self‑expression, solitude, and the ever‑evolving nature of art, offering a gentle look at how one person builds a world where they can finally belong. We rate it a welcoming 4 out of 5!

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5 July 2026

Girls’ Flight Out (2026)

5 July 2026

A warm, quietly powerful look at the wāhine of Rēkohu who travel hundreds of kilometres for their routine breast screenings. What could be a simple medical trip becomes a ritual of togetherness, humour, and shared strength, while highlighting the very real healthcare barriers faced by remote communities. We rate it a supportive 3 out of 5!

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5 July 2026

Latest Live Show Reviews

Live Shows

5 July 2026

Karaoke Heaven

5 July 2026

A warm and nostalgic cabaret where Kiwi-born Singaporean 姐姐 Amanda Grace Leo blends Mandopop, childhood memories and the experience of living between two worlds. With big vocals, gentle humour and heartfelt storytelling, Karaoke Heaven becomes a tender journey of identity and self-love, asking what truly makes us feel whole. We rate it a 5 out of 5 performance!

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5 July 2026

4 July 2026

Constellations

4 July 2026

A tender and clever two‑hander that follows Marianne and Roland through multiple possible realities, showing how tiny shifts in choice can completely reshape a relationship. Set under Matariki and adapted beautifully for Aotearoa, Constellations blends humour, heartbreak and quantum possibility into a simple but deeply affecting love story. We rate it an intimate 5 out of 5!

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4 July 2026

Musicals Mayhem

4 July 2026

A quiet and reflective cabaret from Le Gateau Chocolat that leans more toward honesty and vulnerability than the high‑energy chaos suggested by its title. With stripped-back musical moments, gentle pacing and open discussion about personal challenges, the show offers glimpses of humour and warmth but carries a noticeably subdued tone. We rate it a restrained 3 out of 5!

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4 July 2026

Latest Art Reviews

Art

4 April 2026

Dreamer

4 April 2026

Dreamer has landed in Tāmaki Makaurau and it is pure magic. An indoor world of light, colour, music and play that brings kids and adults together in the best possible way. If you need something affordable, joyful and weather‑proof these school holidays, this is the one. We rate it a creative 4 out of 5!

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4 April 2026

13 March 2026

Helios

13 March 2026

In a week of unpredictable weather, the chance to sit beneath a sun that never burns out feels like a small gift. Helios offers a moment of stillness, a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the star that sustains us, and a rare opportunity to see it in a way that feels both monumental and gentle. We give it a warm 4 out of 5!

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13 March 2026

5 March 2026

Red Phone

5 March 2026

Not everything lands perfectly. The audio is on the quiet side, and because you’re reading instructions while trying to listen, the experience leans more toward concentration than immersion. You’re aware of the mechanics even as you’re inside them. But the uniqueness of the setup; the handcrafted booth, the red phone, the thrill of speaking scripted words to someone you can’t see; still carries a certain magic. We give it a curious 3 out of 5!

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5 March 2026

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