The Capitol

Balmoral School are pleased to invite you to the Netball Year 8 AIMS Games film fundraiser for 2026 - help support this years group of young athletes on their AIMS journey. Mix and Mingle from 1.30pm and the movie will screen at 2pm. The toys are back and this time, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they come face-to-face with Lilypad (voice of Greta Lee), a brand-new tablet device that arrives with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same?

Portion of ticket sales will go to the NZ CAT Foundation A triumph! A spectacle! A fuzzy wuzzy cuddle puddle! The world's #1 cat-themed movie is back this August - fur a limited time only in cinemas! CatVideoFest is a joyous cinema experience for all ages featuring the latest and best cat videos from around the world. It’s also the feel-good event of the year, as a percentage of every ticket sold supports animal rescue organisations. People love cat videos, and they love coming together. CatVideoFest is committed to bringing feline happiness to the big screen, while giving back to the community of people working to help cats in need.

Sponsored by Greenpeace, World BEYOND War Aotearoa and Quaker Peace and Service Aotearoa NZ. Exempt from international climate agreements and rarely scrutinised in mainstream reporting, the Pentagon is the world’s single largest institutional polluter—spewing carbon, contaminating water, and scarring landscapes across the globe. Combining investigative journalism, striking visuals, and stories from impacted communities, this film challenges audiences to rethink the hidden costs of a global military empire and its planetary consequences. Provocative, urgent, and eye-opening, this is a documentary that will change how you see both the military and environmentalism. Come early for a meet and mingle with Abby Martin from 6.30pm. The screening will conclude with a Q&A with Abby moderated by award winning journalist, Simon Wilson.

FELIX, DARE TO DREAM is the fascinating story of an existential journey — that of Felix Leu, artist, pioneer of modern tattooing, and patriarch of one of the most iconic and respected families on the international scene: the Leu Family, a bohemian clan that turned freedom and creativity into their way of life. Their story begins in the mid-1960s, moving through the symbolic places of the counterculture inspired by the Beat Generation — from New York to London, from Ibiza to India — and unfolds to the present day, in an intergenerational path that blends artistic vision with a radical life choice. This is not just a film about tattooing. It is the story of a quest for an alternative way of living, and the untamed will to remain true to one’s dreams while navigating the vast ocean of life. Documentary | Crafted by Morgan Bertacca and Valerio Bariletti | Duration: 105’ | Year: 2024

After losing her beloved father, Helen finds herself saved by an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel. Through the bond, Helen rediscovers the beauty of being alive.

Grieving the loss of his father, 10-year-old Tom retreats from the people around him and finds comfort in the everyday objects that fill his world. Pop can lids, suitcases and strange little things reveal hidden faces and voices, guiding him through sadness, memory and healing. The Capitol Recommends: tender, magical and quietly moving.

Pitchblack Playback: Metallica 'Metallica' (35th Anniversary) (5.1 Mix) *Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered* Immerse yourself in the 5.1 mix of Metallica's mighty self-titled album at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 35th anniversary. Hear this stunning album played loud in uncompressed full-resolution audio on our powerful cinema sound system. No phones; no talking; no signing; 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 recycled cotton Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness. As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out, The Times, FT Weekend and BBC 6 Music. Duration: 62 minutes

In 18th century Venice, 20-year-old violin virtuoso Cecilia lives at the Pièta orphanage, where, despite her talent, she remains confined, knowing that marriage is the only way out. Yet, her life takes a turn after she meets Antonio Vivaldi, a brilliant and ambitious composer who becomes the new violin teacher. Guided by Vivaldi and his music, Cecilia finds the strength to challenge the destiny that once seemed inevitable.

We all scream! Be the first to see Eli Roth’s ICE CREAM MAN at the New Zealand Premiere. Sweet treats that turn children into homicidal maniacs – served up by a creepy man with a pencil moustache – sounds every bit like the kind of blood-soaked entertainment that would come from the director of “Thanksgiving” and “Hostel” … and we’re totally here for it! Come to the cinema early to enjoy our themed lobby, limited edition ice-cream, and custom pre-show. “An idyllic summer town descends into madness when an ice cream man serves kids sweet delights with horrifying results.” Directed by Eli Roth, ICE CREAM MAN stars Ari Millen (“Orphan Black”), Benjamin Byron Davis (“Guardians of the Galaxy 3”), Karen Cliche (“Thanksgiving”), Dylan Hawco (“Heartland”), Sarah Abbott (“The Body”), Shiloh O’Reilly (“Thanksgiving”), Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), and Charlie Storey (“Thanksgiving”).

EVENT LINK: https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/103395/The-Lost-Wonder.utr THE LOST WONDER Before they vanished, the Pink and White Terraces were celebrated as the Eighth Wonder of the World, attracting visitors from across the globe and laying the foundations of New Zealand's tourism industry. Their destruction during the 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera marked one of the country's greatest natural disaster. The Lost Wonder explores the history and legacy of this tragedy through the stories of those who share a unique connection to it. From descendants and historians to scientists and cultural guardians, each offers a personal perspective shaped by lineage, heritage, profession, or a lifelong passion for uncovering the past. More than a search for a lost natural wonder, The Lost Wonder is a story of resilience, remembrance, and the enduring importance of preserving the histories that continue to shape Aotearoa. Writer, Director & Editor: Adrian Kris Abaño Cinematographer: Victor Cuartero, Adam Dunnett Producer: Kain Sining Language: English Duration 66 Minutes Featuring: Dr. Cornel De Ronde, Rangitihi Pene, Dave Mcgrath, Ken Raureti Category: Documentary Event starts at 4pm so come and mix and mingle Film Starts at 4:30pm sharp followed with a Q&A with the Producers - Adrian Abaño , Victor Cuartero. Robinson Claudio will be present EVENT LINK: https://www.undertheradar.co.nz/gig/103395/The-Lost-Wonder.utr

Christopher Nolan’s next film, The Odyssey, is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX® film screens for the first time. The Capitol will be screening this in Cinemascope The Odyssey stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, and Lupita Nyong’o, with Zendaya and Charlize Theron.