The Capitol

When Meg buys a used Jaguar from a shady car dealer so she can visit her parents on their rural farm, she gets a lot more than she expects. Soon after getting it, she starts hearing choking sounds coming from the back seat. Things get even weirder when she picks up a pair of hitchhikers who mysteriously disappear into thin air. Cast Heather Bolton (Meg) , David Letch (Mr Wrong) , Margaret Umbers (Samantha) , Suzanne Lee (Val) , Gary Stalker (Bruce) , Danny Mulheron (Wayne) , Perry Piercy (Mary Carmichael) , Philip Gordon (Clive) , Michael Haigh (Mr Whitehorn) , Kate Harcourt (Mrs Alexander)

In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan (Elizabeth Olsen) is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with (Miles Teller) and her first love (Callum Turner), who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.

Di Paolo spent years photographing strikingly beautiful and iconic images of postwar and the glamour of the film scene of the 1950s and ‘60s. One day, he simply ceased to photograph, shutting away his negatives, and not even his own family was aware of his extraordinary legacy until this documentary.

In the late stages of WW2, a badly burned man, with no recollection of his own identity, is nursed by Nurse Hana in an abandoned Monastery in Tuscany. As he recovers, he slowly pieces his memories together, recollecting his past's epic, passionate, fateful love affair.

On the outskirts of Napoli, Attilo’s first job is to protect a young street worker. The young couple find themselves falling for each other, but the dangerous criminal underworld they live in seems destined to challenge them.

Gloria! tells the story of Teresa, a young woman with a visionary talent who, together with a small group of extraordinary musicians, crosses centuries and challenges the dusty old world of classical music by inventing rebellious, modern music.

The extraordinary and unknown story of Josef Myslivecek -"Il Boemo"-one of the most prolific opera composers in 18th century Italy, who was a friend and inspiration to Mozart. He was sought after by the courts of Naples and Venice, while his love life was inextricably entwined with his Musical brilliance.

Chiara is an actress but not as successful as her real-life parents, Marcello Mastroianni and Catherine Deneuve. With her life and career in disarray, Chiara decides to dress like her father and speak only Italian like him, in an impersonation so convincing that people begin to call her “Marcello.”

Trudie Styler reveals and unmasks Napoli through the eyes of Neapolitans. A fascinating and stunning glimpse into an ancient city of culture, chaos, and contrast.

Hey there, it’s Promise, Zoe and Ajay from Lemon Time Studios: a youth-led film collective with the motto “when life gives us lemons, we make short films”. This screening is a chance for our amazing cast, crew and friends to come together, celebrate what we’ve made and enjoy four of this year’s key projects on the big screen: “ Screening: ‘They Call This Healing’ is a tender, bittersweet portrait of Faith, a young woman finding her way back to herself after life comes to a halt. Through quiet moments and gentle routines she slowly rediscovers her rhythm – and the quiet wholeness of letting go. ‘Part of Me’ is a music video set on a stormy night in the city. When Imani-J stumbles upon an underground dance gathering, doubt gives way to rhythm. Through music and movement, she finds the courage to take up space, experiencing a quiet awakening; a rediscovery of who she is. ‘•••’ follows Sam, a sceptical young woman who downloads a viral AI podcast app called •••, only to find its narration creeping uncomfortably close to her reality. ‘I Lamp You’ is a sweet story about two twenty-somethings who meet in a furniture store and accidentally brighten each other’s day.

When satirist John Clarke died in 2017, the world mourned an icon. A defining comedic voice for over forty years, Clarke gave away very little about his own life. At home, by contrast, he was an open book. In a remarkable series of recorded conversations, John and his daughter (writer/director Lorin Clarke) trace his steadfast resistance to authority back to his childhood, delve into his early career forging a career in New Zealand, and offer delightful insights into his four decades in the entertainment industry

The Allies, led by the unyielding chief prosecutor, Robert H. Jackson (Michael Shannon), have the task of ensuring the Nazi regime answers for the unveiled horrors of the Holocaust while a US Army psychiatrist (Rami Malek) is locked in a dramatic psychological duel with former Reichsmarschall Herman Göring (Russell Crowe).

Twelve Screen Delights: A Celebration of Black Creativity in NZ Join us for an 80-minute cinematic journey showcasing twelve stunning works from our talented Black creatives and allies across Aotearoa. From short films and documentaries to music videos and animations, this curated collection explores themes of love, hope, race, grief, celebration, relationships, identity, sexuality, and more. Expect a rich tapestry of vicarious vision, sweet sounds, and amazing animation—each piece a testament to the depth and diversity of Black storytelling in New Zealand. The evening concludes with a short Q&A session, offering you the chance to hear directly from some of the brilliant minds behind the screen. Tickets: $25 Online / $30 Door Sales Doors open: 1:00pm Screening Starts: 2:00pm Curated by Graham Vincent Featuring: Imani-J Jane Benney Jeanelle Frontin Jen Van Epps Jennifer Onyeiwu Jujulipps Justin Benn Jzayla Hughey Keven Souza Marissa Holder Abeiku Eshun Theo Shakes Troy Blackman

Pitchblack Playback: Bob Dylan 'Desire' (50th Anniversary) Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered Immerse yourself in a Dylan high point at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating 50 years since its release. Hear this immense record played loud in uncompressed audio a powerful cinema sound system. No distractions; just you and the music. "This sounds great” — Rick Rubin "A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai "The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter "This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness. As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, BBC 6Music and Time Out. Album duration: 56 minutes

Pitchblack Playback: Erykah Badu 'Mama's Gun' (25th Anniversary) Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered Immerse yourself in this sumptuous soul and R&B classic at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark. Hear this immense record played loud in uncompressed audio on our powerful cinema sound system. No distractions; just you and the music. "This sounds great” — Rick Rubin "A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai "The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter "This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness. We do not issue tickets; your name will be on the guestlist on the night. Please note that we only offer a 24-hour grace period for ticket refunds. As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out, Metro and Newsweek. Album duration: 76 minutes This event is not affiliated with Erykah Badu or Universal Music.

A child witnesses his parents’ murder by a man in a Santa suit. Years later, as an adult, he dons a Santa costume himself and embarks on a violent quest for retribution against those responsible for the traumatic event from his childhood.

Terror-Fi Presents: SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT (NZ Premiere) Are you on Santa’s naughty list? Be the first in New Zealand to see the reimagining of the controversial 1984 horror classic SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT. Let’s end the year with some campy, blood-soaked goodness! Dress up encouraged with prizes for best dressed! “Silent Night, Deadly Night is a delightful update to the classic 80s film, delivering gore, laughs, and plenty of heartfelt holiday camp.” - Molly Henery, The Blogging Banshee Come to the cinema early to enjoy our exclusive holiday-themed cocktail and custom pre-show.  When Billy witnesses his parents' grisly murder on Christmas Eve at the hands of Santa, it ignites a lifelong mission to spread holiday fear. Every Christmas, he dons the jolly red suit and delivers a blood-soaked massacre to feed his twisted sense of justice. This Christmas Eve, Billy wants to know: "Have you been naughty? -- Massive thanks to StudioCanal NZ for partnering with us on this Terror-Fi exclusive.

Lionel (Mescal) is a talented singer from rural Kentucky raised on the songs his father would sing on the front porch. In 1917, he leaves his family farm to attend the Boston Music Conservatory. There he meets David (O'Connor), a charming music composing student who is soon drafted into the end of the war. In 1920, the two spend a winter walking through the forests and islands of Maine, collecting folk songs in order to preserve them for future generations. Lionel drifts through Europe in his twenties and thirties, building a new life of profound success and happiness, and experiencing new loves. Yet he is constantly drawn back to memories of his brief time with David, trying to understand the impact of their relationship. Eventually, a reminder of their work together reveals why their connection rang loudest.

Girls Night At The Capitol Sip. Scream. Repeat Gather the gals for the ultimate movie night before Christmas - Event Ticket price $29.50 includes a gorgeous glass of SOHO Mara bubbles! MAKE SURE YOU BOOK TO SECURE YOUR SEAT(MEN ALLOWED, OF COURSE) *Please note that drinks in the foyer will always start 30 minutes before the film! E.g if the film starts at 8pm, arrive at 7.30pm THE HOUSEMAID is a wildly entertaining thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, based on the best-selling book. From director Paul Feig, the film plunges audiences into a twisted world where perfection is an illusion, and nothing is as it seems. Trying to escape her past, Millie (Sweeney) accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina (Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar). But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous — a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power. Behind the Winchesters’ closed doors lies a world of shocking twists that will leave you guessing until the very end.