EntertainmentWhat the heck is up with Halo 5's story?It's one of the biggest game releases of the year, but is Halo 5 living up to its predecessors? Chris Schulz finds it does, for reasons you may not expect.27 Oct 09:15 PM
EntertainmentWe review the fifth and final Paranormal Activity filmThe Ghost Dimension is set in 2013, when a new family move into a house and find a 1980s-era video camera and tapes.25 Oct 02:30 AM
EntertainmentMovie review: Bridge of SpiesBridge of Spies is a dialogue-driven, handsome and detailed period piece, which also features conversations about America's constitution and civil liberties.25 Oct 02:30 AM
EntertainmentThe Muppets return to prime timeThe Muppets are back and better than ever in a new docu-comedy format, writes Dominic Corry.24 Oct 01:30 AM
EntertainmentFunny Girls? The verdict is inTV3 debuted its new local comedy offering last night, led by an all-female line up. But is it any good?23 Oct 07:01 PM
EntertainmentMovie review: BurntBurnt is not a film to watch on an empty stomach, writes Francesca Rudkin.23 Oct 03:00 AM
OpinionWho are the most relatable game characters?Game characters get under your skin in a way TV and movie characters can't. So who are the most relatable of all time? Siobhan Keogh makes her picks.23 Oct 02:00 AM
EntertainmentFive things to do at ArmageddonThe weekend's hottest ticket is the four-day pop culture extravaganza Armageddon in Greenlane. Here are some of the event's highlights.22 Oct 07:25 PM
EntertainmentThe art of cosplayArmageddon is the perfect place to show your love for your favourite movies and shows.22 Oct 08:00 AM
EntertainmentThe Knick is back - and it's as bloody as everLife is a struggle for pretty much everyone as season two of The Knick begins.22 Oct 03:00 AM
LifestyleBar review: Little EasyA few people hid away inside, chowing down on hearty burgers, and the rest happily sipped brews while they lapped up the sun on Ponsonby Rd.22 Oct 03:00 AM
EntertainmentThe Walk: 'A hokey display of CGI mastery'The Walk, a film based on Philippe Petit's 1974 high-wire walk between the World Trade Center towers, is more gimmickry than poetry, writes Peter Calder.21 Oct 10:30 PM
EntertainmentMeet the guy who designed Halo 5's new multiplayer modesCan Halo 5's multiplayer options live up to the hype? The man responsible says yes, they can. Chris Schulz talks to Halo 5's Kevin Franklin.21 Oct 09:25 PM
EntertainmentTV pick: Lady Chatterley's LoverThe classic DH Lawrence novel has been given a new reading in this BBC adaptation.21 Oct 07:00 PM
EntertainmentFat Freddy's drop 'dynamic' new albumBays sees the seven-piece outfit more focused and dynamic than ever.21 Oct 07:00 PM
EntertainmentTour news: Violent Femmes, Viet Cong, ShellacThe Violent Femmes might be hoping to catch a few rays when they perform here in late summer.21 Oct 06:20 PM
EntertainmentLe Noir comes to townLe Noir producer Simon Painter is sure of one thing: the acrobats starring in his sensual circus show are not just A-grade performers, they're also major hotties.17 Oct 09:01 PM
OpinionGreg Dixon: Downstairs sexed upThere's a saying - I hope I'm not just making this up on the spot - but I believe there's a saying that goes like this: sex sells. You heard it here first. Or perhaps last.17 Oct 08:50 PM
OpinionWhy the Star Wars Battlefront beta ruledSiobhan Keogh spent way too much time playing the Star Wars Battlefront beta ahead of its November launch, and finds the force might just be real.16 Oct 07:00 AM
EntertainmentCould this show be the new Breaking Bad?It's not a Breaking Bad remake, but there are a few thematic similarities in this new British/French TV series created by Esquire (yes, the magazine) which make it comparable.16 Oct 05:30 AM
EntertainmentIs this one of the worst games of all time?Legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk is lying at the bottom of a halfpipe in a crumpled heap.16 Oct 02:30 AM
EntertainmentWhy The Walk director hopes to make you sickDirector Robert Zemeckis made Forrest Gump run and sent Marty McFly back to the future. Why does he hope his new film will make you sick? Robbie Collin reports.15 Oct 08:30 AM
EntertainmentWhy have these women been snubbed?The most glaring omissions at this year's NZ Music Awards seem to be female artists, such as Kimbra, Gin Wigmore, Brooke Fraser and Anika Moa.15 Oct 07:30 AM
EntertainmentBeginning of Downton's endIt's Downturn Abbey as Crawleys lose their servants.15 Oct 05:30 AM
EntertainmentIs this the greatest acting fail of all time?Miranda Raison failed an audition for a role on Spotless that she'd already won. At least she can laugh about it.14 Oct 08:45 PM
EntertainmentAuckland bender for Marlon and bandHe's just finished the annual national Church Tour, earning rave reviews, he is nominated for five major VNZMA's, he's also been nominated for an Aria, and the Apra Silver Scroll, and now Marlon Williams has announced a special one-off show.14 Oct 07:00 PM
EntertainmentLegend's Hardy performanceIn the new version of the Kray twins story, the notorious gangsters spring to life fully formed.14 Oct 06:00 PM
EntertainmentReview: No surprises on flagship football gameThere's only one major thing wrong with Fifa 16: Chelsea are a pretty good team.14 Oct 05:00 PM