Insidious: Out of the Further (2026)
Alex Moulton Alex Moulton

Insidious: Out of the Further (2026)

Out of the Further delivers exactly what Insidious fans come for: sharp jumps, creepy atmosphere, unsettling supernatural moments, and a villain with enough depth to keep things interesting. It expands the mythology without overwhelming newcomers, keeps the tension high, and feels like a true continuation of the franchise. We rate it a solid, spooky 4 out of 5!

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featherStrength (Feather Strength)(2026)
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featherStrength (Feather Strength)(2026)

A deeply intimate decade‑long portrait of caregiving, featherStrength follows a father documenting the quiet endurance, creativity and emotional resilience required to raise a child with profound developmental needs. We rate it a raw and honest 4 out of 5!

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Tony (2026)
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Tony (2026)

A grounded, documentary‑style biopic that zooms in on one messy, defining summer in young Anthony Bourdain’s life. Dominic Sessa captures all the arrogance, charm and confusion of early adulthood, while Antonio Banderas and Leo Woodall shine as the two forces pulling him in opposite directions. We rate it a sincere 4.5 out of 5!

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)

‍A grounded, emotionally charged Spider‑Man story that cuts through superhero fatigue by keeping the focus squarely on Peter Parker. Brand New Day follows a forgotten, lonely Peter rebuilding his life after No Way Home, delivering street‑level action, heartfelt character work and a standout performance from Tom Holland. We rate it a rejuvenating 4 out of 5!

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Ranginui: Call of the Ice (2026)
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Ranginui: Call of the Ice (2026)

A quiet, mesmerising journey into Antarctica’s winter, Ranginui: Call of the Ice follows Rangi Matamua and Mataia Keepa as they explore a frozen world where Māori knowledge meets science in real time. Cut off by storms and surrounded by shifting ice, they reflect on stars, language, culture and what it means to carry mātauranga into a land most will never see. We rate it a contemplative 4 out of 5!

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The Trial of Alec Baldwin (2025)
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The Trial of Alec Baldwin (2025)

A tense and absorbing documentary that follows Alec Baldwin through the legal and public fallout of the Rust tragedy, shifting from slow character study to a gripping final act in the courtroom. The Trial of Alec Baldwin explores fame, scrutiny and the messy collision between justice and public perception, revealing how a single accident spiralled into a national spectacle. We rate it a worth-it 5 out of 5!

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Remathau: People of the Ocean (2025)
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Remathau: People of the Ocean (2025)

A tender and powerful Indigenous led short where Dr Nicole Yamase’s historic dive to Challenger Deep becomes the starting point for a deeper journey into Micronesian identity, oceanic ancestry and Pacific resilience. Remathau blends science, culture and personal reflection to show how the ocean holds both memory and responsibility, revealing a story far richer than a record-breaking descent. We rate it an introspective 4 out of 5!

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Hunter’s Moon (2026)
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Hunter’s Moon (2026)

A fast-paced alpine short following Christina Lusti and Gee Pierrel as they climb Aoraki Mt Cook and ski a moonlit first descent. Hunter’s Moon delivers striking high-altitude visuals and real peril, even if its breathless pacing leaves little time to absorb the scale of their achievement. We rate it a frenetic 3 out of 5!

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The Tuners (Stroiciele) (2026)
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The Tuners (Stroiciele) (2026)

A sharp and absorbing look at the hidden competition behind the Chopin Piano Competition, The Tuners follows three master technicians as they battle to create the perfect instrument. With intimate close-ups, elegant visuals and quiet tension, the film turns piano tuning into a high-stakes craft, revealing the passion, precision and rivalry usually kept far from the spotlight. We rate it an invigorating 5 out of 5!

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Monster Slayer (2025)
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Monster Slayer (2025)

A fierce and intimate animated documentary where artist and dancer Stephanie “Monty” Montgomery turns her own artwork into a weapon against stigma and a system that refused to protect her. Monster Slayer blends raw testimony with striking animation to show resilience, anger and the power of reclaiming your story when institutions fail. We rate it an emotional 4 out of 5!

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Tied with the Tides (2026)
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Tied with the Tides (2026)

A quiet and moving portrait of Tuvalu’s youth as they face a future shaped by rising seas and disappearing land. Tied with the Tides captures everyday life, cultural identity and the impossible choice between staying to protect a sinking homeland or leaving it behind. An urgent reminder that climate change is already rewriting someone’s idea of home. We rate it a gentle 3 out of 5!

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The Five Star Weekend (2026)
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The Five Star Weekend (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!

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Gloria (2026)
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Gloria (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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Girls’ Flight Out (2026)
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Girls’ Flight Out (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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The Weight of the World (2026)
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The Weight of the World (2026)

A gentle, intimate look at Dick Frizzell building a new landscape from the first pencil mark to the final brushstroke, The Weight of the World feels less like a documentary and more like sitting in his studio while he chats. Funny, curious and unmistakably Frizzell, it captures the joy, pressure and playfulness of an artist who has spent decades reinventing what painting can be. We rate it a casual 3 out of 5!

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The Place Where Memories Hide (2026)
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The Place Where Memories Hide (2026)

A tender, quietly devastating portrait of a man losing his memories and the family holding him through it. Through drifting camera work, diary fragments, and moments of confusion and clarity, this short captures the love, exhaustion, and heartbreak of Alzheimer’s with honesty and care. We rate it an emotional 4 out of 5!

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Jacqueline Fahey: From Where I’m Looking (2026)
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Jacqueline Fahey: From Where I’m Looking (2026)

A vivid, funny and fiercely political portrait of one of Aotearoa’s great artistic troublemakers, Jacqueline Fahey: From Where I’m Looking captures the painter at ninety‑six, still sharp, still loud, still refusing to soften her gaze. The film dives into her decades of domestic rebellion, feminist grit and unapologetic social critique, revealing an artist who has never stopped challenging the world from exactly where she stands. We rate it a surprisingly candid 4 out of 5!

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Music and the Mystical Experience (2026)
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Music and the Mystical Experience (2026)

A feature documentary that follows Michael Sutherland and a group of New Zealand musicians as they build a six-hour album designed for psychedelic therapy. The film blends science, ritual, improvisation and intuition, showing how sound can shape a mystical experience. Calm, curious and quietly moving, it offers a rare look at musicians trying to create music that supports healing rather than performance. We rate it a tranquil 4 out of 5!

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Coexistence, My Ass! (2025)
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Coexistence, My Ass! (2025)

A documentary that starts with sharp, fearless comedy and suddenly drops into the brutal reality of a world collapsing around its performer. Coexistence, My Ass! moves from playful biography to gut‑punch political grief, following Noam Shuster‑Eliassi as humour gives way to heartbreak, rage and moral clarity. We rate it a morally consistent 4 out of 5!

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Elle (2026)
Alex Moulton Alex Moulton

Elle (2026)

A pink‑loving LA teen dropped into grunge‑heavy Seattle, Elle blends gentle humour, YA drama and full 90s nostalgia. Flannel‑clad cynics, Blockbuster references, Garbage on the soundtrack and a heroine trying to stay bright in a world determined to dim her. Light, charming and easy to binge, it captures the growth of Elle Woods before Harvard ever enters the picture. We rate it a pleasant 3 out of 5!

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