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What's on this week? (08 - 14 Sept)
Neelsie Cinema
September 07, 2025
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Lilo & Stitch | 2025 | PG | 1h 48m | Adventure Epic, Comedy, Sci-Fi Epic Director: Dean Fleischer Camp Stars: Maia Kealoha, Sydney Agudong, Chris Sanders A lonely Hawaiian girl befriends a runaway alien, helping to mend her fragmented family. |
Thunderbolts* | 2025 | PG-13 | 2h 7m | Action, Crime, Sci-Fi Director: Jake Schreier Stars: Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Julia Louis-Dreyfus After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap, an unconventional team of antiheroes must go on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. |
Wildcat | 2023 | Not Rated | 1h 43m | Biography, Drama, Fantasy Director: Ethan Hawke Stars: Maya Hawke, Laura Linney, Philip Ettinger Follows the life of writer Flannery O'Connor while she was struggling to publish her first novel. |
Explorer: The Last Tepui | 2022 | 55m | Documentary, Nature Documentary Director: Renan Ozturk, Taylor Freesolo Rees Stars: Franklin George, Alex Honnold, Brian Irwin Follows elite climber Alex Honnold and a world-class climbing team on a grueling mission deep in the Amazon jungle. |
Seven Samurai | Director Spotlight of the Month 1954 | Not Rated | 3h 27m | Action, Epic, Samurai Director: Akira Kurosawa Stars: Toshiro Mifune, Takashi Shimura, Keiko Tsushima Farmers from a village exploited by bandits hire a veteran samurai for protection, and he gathers six other samurai to join him. |
Dead Poets Society | Picked by Pulp Film Society 1989 | PG | 2h 8m | Comedy, Coming-of-Age, Drama Director: Peter Weir Stars: Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke Maverick teacher John Keating returns in 1959 to the prestigious New England boys' boarding school where he was once a star student, using poetry to embolden his pupils to new heights of self-expression. |
Shaun Of The Dead | Wednesday Night Screams 2004 | R | 1h 39m | Dark Comedy, Horror, Parody Director: Edgar Wright Stars: Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Kate Ashfield The uneventful, aimless lives of a London electronics salesman and his layabout roommate are disrupted by the zombie apocalypse. |
The Neelsie Cinema has an awesome selection of combos for 2025, giving you access to a movie along with some tasty snacks to enjoy. Check them out!
📺 Boer Soek ’n Vrou | Every Thursday
Calling all Boer soek ‘n vrou fans! Boer Soek ’n Vrou is back! See you all each Thursday, remember to come earlier to secure your spot and your R50 combo, screening starts 20:00. We will screen Boer Soek ’n Vrou in both cinema 1 & 2, followed by a second screening at 21:15. This is your chance to catch the new season and enjoy the warmth, drama, and romance that have made this show a favourite.
🖖 Star Trek Day | 8 September
Mark your calendar and set your phasers to “fun” as we celebrate 58 years of one of science fiction’s most beloved universes. Star Trek Day at The Neelsie is a chance to revisit the wonder, adventure, and hope that the franchise has brought to audiences for decades. Whether you’ve been a fan since the original series or you’re just discovering the voyages of the Starship Enterprise, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Trekkies, relive iconic moments, and experience Star fleet’s adventures on the big screen.
🎞 Cinemate | 9 September
Cinemate is back this month, offering film lovers the chance to not only watch a movie but also explore the artistry that brings it to life. This gathering is the perfect place for those who enjoy going beyond the surface of a story — where the discussion becomes as engaging as the film itself. On 9 September, join us for a carefully selected screening followed by a relaxed and insightful conversation about the themes, cinematography, and storytelling techniques. Whether you’re a passionate cinephile, a curious student, or simply someone who loves to share ideas, Cinemate offers an evening where perspectives come alive and new interpretations are discovered. To book, follow this link: https://www.juandeswardt.co.za/even
🍦Ice Cream Promo
To make the month of July even sweeter, we’re running a special promo: Buy two ice creams for just R10! It’s the perfect treat to share during your movie night, because happiness (and ice cream) is better when shared. Available all day at the cinema.
See you at the movies! 🎥
The Neelsie Cinema Team 🎬🍿
