Artist and Illustrator Johnny Fraser-Allen has spent the last seven years developing his trilogy of Fantasy books; this is his 'world'.

The Tony award winning production War Horse showed off it's star in Auckland, with actors working the dynamic puppet of the lead horse... both the public and media got a sense of the drama and emotion created by this theatrical production. War Horse will premiere in Auckland on August 20 2013.

Internet mogul Kim Dotcom has released another new song. Party Amplifier is a heavy drum and bass track featuring the repeated lyrics: "Fire, fire, I'm the party amplifier."

Singer Stan Walker is making his acting debut alongside Temuera Morrison in Mt Zion. The Australian Idol winner plays Turei, a young musician who dreams of his band playing support for Bob Marley in his 1979 Auckland concert.

His ambition sets him up for conflict with his whanau, most particularly his father - a potato picker played by New Zealand film veteran Morrison.

Director Tearepa Kahu shot the film in Pukekohe.

Remembering Graham Brazier, who passed away today, and Hello Sailor in the Gluepot Reunion concert filmed in 2011. The Gluepot Reunion Concert was headlined by Dragon and Hello Sailor, who performed at the famous Ponsonby venue during its late 70s and 80s heyday. Joined by Citizen Band and Herbs for a 'Sunday session'; Steven Orsbourn asked them what made the Gluepot so special and loved by the 'punters'.

Mark Hadlow who plays 'Dori' the dwarf in the upcoming 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' movie series, had a quick chat in costume at the Weta Workshop studios before he was to meet HRH The Prince of Wales.

Prince Charles met Mark Hadlow, who plays the dwarf Dori in "The Hobbit" movies, in a tour of Weta Studios in Wellington.

An English lady is immigrating out West but is kidnapped by a rugged outlaw who attempts to have his way with her but suffers from an unfortunate case of erectile dysfunction.

Action and adventure unfold in this original take on the classic Western.

Michael has life pretty sweet. His girlfriend adores him, his best mate David is loyal to the end - and David's girlfriend doesn't mind a quick hook-up either.

But Michael's self-regarding lifestyle comes crashing down when he finds out he has just a few months to live. Stealing the money raised for his treatment, he flees to London on a one-way ticket, intent on going out in a blur of sex, drugs, and mayhem.

Michael isn't on his O.E. for long when he meets the ethereal Sylvie, a mysterious French drifter. Together they explore Europe's winter wonderland, falling in love while attempting to outrun death itself.

A new extended Les Miserables trailer has been released. Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe star in the movie, which is an adaptation of the successful stage musical in which paroled prisoner Jean Valjean strives for redemption. It is set for New Zealand release on January 10 next year.

You could describe Red Bull Kluge very simply as a machine. But there is nothing simple about Red Bull Kluge. Among its parts are 11 world-class athletes, a crew of 100 people, three half-pipes, a skateboard, an off-road truck, a dirt bike and a helicopter. Courtesy of Red Bull

Melbourne five-piece The Temper Trap are in Auckland to support Coldplay in their sold-out show at Mt Smart Stadium. Frontman Dougy Mandagi and drummer Toby Dundas stopped into nzherald.co.nz to talk with Hayden O'Donnell ahead of the gig to talk about their self-titled second album, the pressures of following up a hit debut LP ‘Conditions’ and their complicated relationship with Sweet Disposition (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxKjOOR9sPU) - the song which launched them to worldwide recognition.

Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's worldwide blockbuster, Despicable Me, delighted audiences around the globe in 2010, grossing more than $540 million and becoming the 10th-biggest animated motion picture in U.S. history. In Summer 2013, get ready for more minion madness in Despicable Me 2. Chris Meledandri and his acclaimed film-making team create an all-new comedy animated adventure featuring the return of Gru (Steve Carell), the girls, the unpredictably hilarious minions...and a host of new and outrageously funny characters.

Jamie McDell has launched an online treasure hunt to celebrate the upcoming release of Six Strings and a Sailboat. Watch the video for the clue, then click here and follow the instructions.

You're into win a prize pack including a surfboard signed and drawn on by Jamie, a $500 shopping spree and a whale watching experience for you and a friend in Kaikoura including flights!

At Gabrielle Union's 40th birthday party at Bardot in Miami, performer Doug E Fresh was surprised by a guest appearance from Will Smith. Will spit an impromptu freestyle & (thanks to DJ Irie) performed "Summertime" and the theme song from "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" courtesy Julia Beverly/ozonemag

Watch the video for Marlon Williams and Delaney Davidson's Blood Letter, directed by Tim McIness.

Interviews and action from the red carpet of the New Zealand Television awards for 2012, at Auckland's Langham Hotel.

Ellen DeGeneres shows off her Halloween creation on her daytime talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Video/TheEllenShow/YouTube

Air New Zealand have developed a new way to get their passengers there and back again with this Hobbit-inspired Middle Earth in-flight safety video. Air NZ partnered with WETA Workshop and features cameo appearances including Sir Peter Jackson.

George Lucas and Kathleen Kennedy discuss the future of Star Wars movies in a video posted on YouTube. Video/starwars

Just like overseas, the NZ Music Awards start off with a red carpet full of musicians, hangers on and - worse - media.

One day before receiving their NZ Herald Legacy Award - and just moments after some of them had met for the first time in over 20 years - Toy Love members Mike Dooley, Jane Walker and Alec Bathgate sat down with Hugh Sundae to reflect on their short but sharp existence.

In a packed media room the day before the Music Awards, Home Brew's Tom Scott, Lui Silk and Haz Beats found time to provide Hugh Sundae with some serious awards analysis.

Ahead of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, finalist and performer Annah Mac spoke to Hugh Sundae at Auckland's Pullman Hotel about Southland's music scene, her APRA Silver Scroll nomination and what she has planned for her Music Awards performance.

Ahead of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, Kimbra spoke to Hugh Sundae at Auckland's Pullman Hotel about her nominations, her career to date - and her vocal coach.

Watch the brand new video for Toy Love's Swimming Pool, directed by Jeff Smith.

Watch the new trailer for Die Hard 5, starring Bruce Willis as John McClane.

Joss Whedon enters the presidential debate with this election video warning of an impending zombie apocolypse. Video/WhedonOnRomney/YouTube

Bushwhacker Luke is one half of New Zealand's most successful wrestling duo. Last weekend, he returned to Auckland to be honoured at an Impact Pro Wrestling event. With upcoming star Travis Banks, and New Zealand heavyweight champion Kingi, Luke tells nzherald.co.nz what it takes to wrestle here and overseas.

The New Zealand Army Band entertains the crowd at Arrowtown's 150th anniversary celebrations.