Blackguard Media Reviews

A colourful resort break turns into a Gobta showcase in Tears of the Azure Sea. The pacing takes a while to heat up, but the grounded action and sweet Gobta and Yura bond make this a charming side story for long-time Slime fans. We give it a relaxing 3 out of 5!

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28 April 2026

21 April 2026

Sgt. Haane (2026)

21 April 2026

Aotearoa finally gets a World War II story told through a Māori lens. Sgt. Haane honours the bravery of Haane Manahi and the men who climbed Takrouna, blending history, memory, and connection into a moving tribute to whakapapa and courage. We give it a thoughtful 3 out of 5!

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21 April 2026

1 April 2026

Caterpillar (2026)

1 April 2026

The film’s simplicity is one of its greatest strengths. It does not try to overcomplicate its narrative or force its themes. Instead, it trusts the audience to recognise the universal experiences at its core. The fear of losing someone before they are gone. The frustration of feeling unseen. The longing to be understood. The guilt that comes with wanting something for yourself when others need you. We give it an endearing 4 out of 5!

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1 April 2026

Latest Live Show Reviews

Live Shows

24 May 2026

Guy Williams - Rich People Are Stealing From You And Blaming Brown People And Trans People And Some People Believe Them Aaahhhhhh!

24 May 2026

Guy Williams’ new show is a loud, chaotic, politically furious hour of satire, stupidity, and unfiltered energy. He tears into billionaires, politicians, culture wars, and anyone punching down, all while leaning into his own brash persona. Wild, messy, and cathartic, it is Guy at his most unhinged and most effective. We rate it an in-your-face 4 out of 5!

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24 May 2026

Asian Comedy Takeover

24 May 2026

Asian Comedy Takeover delivers a fast, lively mix of voices and styles, from sharp one‑liners to musical chaos to clever cultural storytelling. With themes of parents, identity, citizenship, and modern Asian life, the lineup keeps the crowd laughing and guessing all night. A fun, diverse showcase that celebrates the many flavours of Asian comedy in Aotearoa. We rate it a varied 4 out of 5!

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24 May 2026

23 May 2026

Opeti Vaka - I Love My Mum

23 May 2026

Opeti Vaka’s I Love My Mum is a heartfelt, funny, and deeply Kiwi hour of storytelling about culture, chaos, and the strength of solo mums. Warm, honest, and full of lived‑in humour, it celebrates the families that raise us and the love that holds everything together. We rate it a competent 4 out of 5!

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23 May 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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