wicked: for good
With a darker tone and way more at stake, Wicked: For Good fulfills the promises of the first installment giving us a magical, whimsical, and heartfelt conclusion to our journey down the yellow brick road.
Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking
Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking is a striking, affecting journey through the story of this country, with Witi Ihimaera’s writing realised through the modern lens of director Katie Wolfe and the exceptional performances of Miriama McDowell and Ni Dekkers-Reihana.
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the running man
While The Running Man has action-stacked moments and charisma to burn in bona fide movie star Glen Powell, there are times where it appears to only be going through the motions.
predator: badlands
With a stunning, realised fully breathing world, Predator: Badlands is an action stacked adventure film that will thoroughly entertain both fans and those new to the franchise.
pike river
Visceral, heartbreaking and will leave you mad as hell at the injustice of it all, Pike River belongs in the pantheon of New Zealand cinematic masterpieces. A complete and utter triumph.
shelby oaks
Shelby Oaks is the result of a passionate film fan taking the chance to realise their filmmaking dream. Chris Stuckmann’s deep appreciation for the horror genre is clear to see here, and it shows he is a talent to watch in the years to come.
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good fortune
Filled with light, comedic, and heartfelt moments, Good Fortune is more than just some supernatural comedy - it’s got a heck of a lot to say. One of the best cinematic surprises of 2025.
bugonia
Drawing you slowly into the plot with brilliant dialogue heavy scenes, Bugonia startles, bewilders, and will have you pondering its themes the questions it raises for days.
it: welcome to derry
While the second episode feels a little stilted, the first episode is exquisite, filled to the brim with horror and suspense that really draws you into the tale and makes you want more from IT: Welcome to Derry.
mary: the birth of frankenstein
A haunting, poetic tribute to the birth of Frankenstein and the brilliance of Mary Shelley. A must see in the theatre in 2025!
Playing from August 19 - September 7 at the ASB Waterfront Theatre.
atc romeo and juliet
William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet is a stylish and confident reimagining of the timeless classic, with excellent performances and fantastic Production Design, giving Director Benjamin Kilby-Henson’s production a novel and powerful feel.
July 15 - August 9 - ASB Waterfront Theatre
atc roger hall's end of summer
A heartfelt, hilarious reflection on life, ageing, and the city we live in, End of Summer Time by Sir Roger Hall invites audiences into the world of Dickie Hart — a grumpy yet lovable retiree living in Auckland who charms us with his sharp humour and endearing warmth. A one-man play that feels both personal and universally familiar.
June 17 - July 5 - ASB Waterfront Theatre
andor season 2
With a tale of terror, hope, and heroism, season 2 of Andor is perfect in every way and delivers one of the best shows on television. Welcome to the rebellion.
Episodes 1 - 3 streaming April 22, episodes 4 - 6 streaming April 29, episodes 7 - 9 streaming May 6, and episodes 10 - 12 streaming May 13 on Disney Plus.
the last of us season 2
Brilliantly paced, beautifully crafted, with heart pounding action to boot, The Last of Us is must watch TV with one of the best television episodes in recent memory. Utterly superb.
The Last of Us Season Two is streaming on NEON and available on Sky TV.
New episode weekly from April 14.
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