PremiumPremiumReviewsOscars 2024: 27 mind-blowing Oppenheimer factsThe secrets behind 2024's Best Picture winner.13 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart: NZ Symphony Orchestra eloquently reflects on March 2019 terror attacksOPINION: The hypnotic vocals of Abdelilah Rharrabti and Esmail Fathi were illuminating.11 Mar 04:00 PM
ReviewsJen ShieffWhat our reviewer thought of Oscar-winning Zone of InterestQuiet horror lurks in tale of Nazi commandant's family living in the shadows of Auschwitz.11 Mar 12:20 AM
ReviewsReview: Kōrua piano and violin duet in TaupōThe classic combo of violin and piano shines in a church setting.07 Mar 09:00 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Zac Effron and John Cena’s R-rated comedy is a limp effortDoes the raunchy new comedy fall flat?07 Mar 04:00 PM
ReviewsTom RoseReview: How to Have Sex explores the dark nuances of consentOPINION: How to Have Sex conveys the harsh realities women face when entering adulthood.07 Mar 04:30 AM
ReviewsReview: Box of Birds a cute show for littliesBirdlife Productions brought their show Box of Birds to the Hamilton Arts Festival.04 Mar 03:26 AM
ReviewsEmma Gleason'F*** Australia': Blink-182 blows Auckland away with expletive-filled, raucous showReview: They played the hits and threw some digs at the sold-out show.02 Mar 08:33 PM
ReviewsJen ShieffDoco and drama combine for Einstein storyDocudrama explores Einstein's little-known English hideout.02 Mar 08:00 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Kate Winslet apes Putin and Trump in her new showPolitical satire takes potshots at all dictators.29 Feb 05:00 PM
ReviewsReview: Dune: Part Two sustains the dystopian dream of Part OneDune: Part Two comes out in a few of days. So what's the verdict on the second instalment?28 Feb 09:50 PM
ReviewsMegan Watts24 hours on Norwegian Cruise Line’s VivaWhy your day at sea could just be your busiest thanks to NCL's array of to-dos.28 Feb 06:30 AM
ReviewsReview: Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show a 'tongue-in-cheek' performanceAimed at the young ones but enough fun for the adults too.25 Feb 11:19 PM
ReviewsReview: Ice Cream is Melting a 'silly and fun' survival storyThe performance was part of the Hamilton Arts Festival.25 Feb 11:15 PM
ReviewsJen ShieffReview: French retro comedy a triumphant farceThe French are known for their mastery of farce, and The Crime is Mine is no exception.25 Feb 10:30 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannKarl Puschmann: Constellation is a psychological nightmare from Apple TV+The new show is full of secrets and mysteries, but does the plot land?22 Feb 04:00 PM
ReviewsReview: 'The show was so good I went to watch it twice'Hyperspace is a nostalgic roller coaster that took me right back to my childhood.21 Feb 12:00 AM
ReviewsJen ShieffElvis's wife takes centre-stage in illuminating biopicAlthough known for being Elvis's wife, Priscilla is very much centre-stage in this biopic.18 Feb 10:40 PM
ReviewsLillie RohanTaylor Swift's vulnerable confession during tearful Melbourne showThe pop star shed a tear during her Melbourne show for a very touching reason.16 Feb 03:02 PM
ReviewsTheatre review: ‘Secondary Cause of Death’ a primary cause for laughterREVIEW: Thoroughly entertaining second show in a trilogy.16 Feb 01:06 AM
ReviewsMay December: Masterful melodrama from Julianne Moore and Natalie PortmanAudaciously self-aware, mischievously funny and emotionally complex.14 Feb 04:00 AM
ReviewsReview: Festival Opera’s Romeo and Juliet an unforgettable experienceOne of the joys was seeing young opera performers supporting professionals.13 Feb 10:23 PM
ReviewsLillie Rohan'Amazing': Synthony's unbelievable end-of-show act leaves crowd in aweWhen the 60-person orchestra started to wind down, something unforeseeable happened.10 Feb 08:02 PM
ReviewsJen ShieffDocumentary charts musical innovator's quiet riseA light directorial touch allows the story of Jon Batiste to flourish.08 Feb 11:25 PM
ReviewsKarl Puschmann: Netflix’s cocaine-drama Griselda is a fast–paced rushOPINION: Sofia Vergara comes out guns blazing in grizzly crime-bio.08 Feb 04:00 PM
ReviewsReview: One Day is Netflix's bingeable new romanceDavid Nicholls' novel has been skilfully turned into an easily digestible drama.08 Feb 01:21 AM
ReviewsMegan WattsUK rapper's massive Kiwi faux pas at LanewayLaneway brought the sun this year - along with a setlist that was unmatched.06 Feb 07:57 PM
PremiumPremiumReviewsGreg BruceWhy is this nuclear-scale disaster dominating the Oscars? And other questions for the AcademyReviewers Greg Bruce and Zanna Gillespie pick the best and worst of the awards season.01 Feb 11:00 PM
ReviewsJen ShieffGripping, gritty drama shows girl power of a different kindThis gritty, graphic dramedy shows a real-world crime boss of a different kind.01 Feb 10:35 PM
ReviewsKarl PuschmannMr and Mrs Smith reboot is missing the original's kickThe action-romcom returns with a heavy focus on the romance.01 Feb 05:00 PM
ReviewsDominic West: I spent two days in bed because Crown reviews were so badThe actor says he is sensitive to criticism and worries about what people think.31 Jan 12:30 AM
ReviewsJen ShieffHidden truths central to French film-making masterclassThis subtitled French film follows the quiet drama in a group of old friends.25 Jan 10:30 PM
ReviewsReview: Nicole Kidman is Expats' 'weakest link'The compelling tale of expatriates living in Hong Kong is 'the stuff of nightmares'.24 Jan 02:15 AM
ReviewsAlanah EriksenWatch: Hollywood star storms the stage, stuns Auckland Foo Fighters fansA surprise guest appearance had Auckland fans losing their minds.20 Jan 07:39 PM