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David Farrier Does Dinner Date 6 to 8
Thu, 25 Jul, 2013
The Portland Public House, Auckland
David Farrier is bringing his home slideshow style presentation of out of it shit on the net to his take on the dinner date 6 to 8 sessions.
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Win Tickets to Now You See Me
Starring an all-star cast Now You See Me pits an elite FBI squad in a game of cat and mouse against The Four Horsemen, a magic team of the world's greatest illusionists.
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48 Hours Grand Final 2013
Tue, 16 Jul, 2013
The Civic, Auckland
You never quite know what you'll get in a 48 Hours Grand Final.
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The Heretic
Thu, 18 Jul - Sat, 10 Aug 2013
Maidment Theatre, Albert Park
The politics of science, the idiocy of academia and the chaos of family life collide in this wonderfully irreverent comedy.
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2013 NZ International Film Festival
Thu, 18 Jul - Sun, 4 Aug 2013
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
This is it; the two-and-a-half week festival which makes winter seem less grey, cold and unforgiving has arrived. The 2013 New Zealand International Film Festival features a massive 170 of the best international films of the year as well as some genuine local gems. The tough part is deciding what to book.
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The Deadly Ponies Gang
Thu, 1 Aug, 2013
SkyCity Theatre, Auckland
The funniest homegrown movie about stoned friendship and recreational innovation since Kaikohe Demolition.
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The Selfish Giant
Mon, 29 Jul, 2013
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
A moving and at times agonising story about the power of friendship.
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Romeo and Juliet: A Love Song
Thu, 12 Sep - Wed, 30 Oct 2013
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Endless sun, beer, beach and boredom leads to building resentment. Set in Verona Campground (Waipu Cove), is a trailer trash love story for the Youtube generation. You know the story, but the way this film portrays it is quite different. Concrete Playground has five double passes to give away to Romeo and Juliet: A Love Song, click find out more for details.
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Blood Brother
Fri, 2 Aug, 2013
Academy Cinemas, Auckland
The look on the children’s faces when their "big brother" Rocky returns to India will move even the most hardened cynic.
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Antarctica: A Year on the Ice
Tue, 23 Jul, 2013
The Civic, Auckland
A fascinating and often funny first-hand account of what it's like to live, work and play on the ice.
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The Rocket
Thu, 6 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr 2014
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Punches well above its weight with a compelling narrative, heartfelt performances and stunning cinematography.
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Ginger and Rosa
Wed, 31 Jul, 2013
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland
Elle Fanning's performance as Ginger is nothing short of exceptional in this film by Sally Potter.
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Behind the Candelabra
Mon, 22 Jul, 2013
The Civic, Auckland
Behind the Candelabra is all the glitz, glamour and plush fur coats it's been hyped up to be.
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Ten Must See Films at the NZ International Film Festival 2013
It's never easy to choose which films to see but to help you along the way, here are the Concrete Playground top ten picks.
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Cat and Mouse
Tue, 9 Jul - Sat, 13 Jul 2013
The Basement Auckland, Auckland
Roberto works in a bar and is used to meeting multitudes of women. But nothing can prepare him for Cat.
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Yes, Prime Minister
Tue, 9 Jul - Sat, 13 Jul 2013
The Civic, Auckland
London’s biggest hit comedy in decades.
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Score Generators
Fri, 31 May - Mon, 29 Jul 2013
Aotea Centre
Take your smartphone with you and enter into a holographic world.
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Mid Winter Xmas Dinner and Cabaret
Sat, 6 Jul - Sat, 31 Aug 2013
Encore Entertainment Venue, Auckland
Everyone loves a little festive cheer.