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Your Guide to the Big Screen: Cinema Listings for 22-24 August 2025

As the working week winds down, it’s the perfect time to plan your weekend movie-going. Brisbane’s cinemas are showcasing an incredible range of films, offering everything from revered international classics and animated family favourites to thrilling new releases. No matter your taste, there’s a story waiting for you on the big screen.

22 August 2025

The Grand Bizarre (2018)

An experimental and mesmerising visual journey that explores the patterns, labour, and textures of textiles and fabrics from around the world, creating a vibrant sensory collage.
IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
Cinema: GOMA
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Koyaanisqatsi (1982)

A stunning, dialogue-free cinematic poem that contrasts the beauty of the natural world with the frantic, unbalanced life of modern technological society, set to a powerful score by Philip Glass.
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
Cinema: GOMA
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Enna Nu Rehna Sehna Nai Aaunda

A new Punjabi comedy-drama that promises laughter and heartwarming moments as it explores the hilarious and chaotic dynamics of family life.
IMDb Rating: Not yet available
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt
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Maagne Raja

An upcoming Indian film that is set to deliver a compelling story. Details are emerging for this new release, promising an engaging cinematic experience.
IMDb Rating: Not yet available
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside, Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt
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Phaphey Kuttiyan

A Punjabi film that delves into a world of intense drama and action, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.
IMDb Rating: 5.6/10
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly
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Stalin Re-Release

The re-release of a powerful Telugu action-drama about an ex-army major who devises a simple but effective scheme to make the world a better place by encouraging citizens to help each other.
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt
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Twilight (2008)

The iconic fantasy romance returns to the big screen. A teenage girl risks everything when she falls in love with a vampire, entering a world of supernatural conflict and forbidden passion.
IMDb Rating: 5.3/10
Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm
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23 August 2025

Le Voyage dans la Lune (A Trip to the Moon) (1902)

One of the most influential films in cinema history, this silent French adventure film from Georges Méliès depicts a group of astronomers who travel to the moon in a cannon-propelled capsule.
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
Cinema: GOMA
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The Red Turtle (2016)

A dialogue-free animated masterpiece, co-produced by Studio Ghibli, about a man shipwrecked on a tropical island inhabited by turtles, crabs, and birds.
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
Cinema: GOMA
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となりのトトロ (My Neighbour Totoro) (1988)

A beloved animated classic from Studio Ghibli. Two young sisters move to the countryside and discover a world of magical forest spirits, including the enchanting Totoro.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
Cinema: GOMA
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K-Pop Demon Hunters

Get ready for a high-energy sing-along screening of this action-comedy where a group of K-pop idols must secretly balance their music careers with their calling as demon hunters.
IMDb Rating: Not yet available
Cinemas: HOYTS – Ipswich, HOYTS – Redcliffe, HOYTS – Stafford, HOYTS – Sunnybank Watch

Behind the Shadows – 私家偵探

A gripping new mystery that follows a private investigator drawn into a complex case that blurs the lines between right and wrong in the city’s dark underbelly.
IMDb Rating: Not yet available
Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City
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King Creole (1958)

Hailed as Elvis Presley’s finest acting performance, this musical drama sees a troubled youth in New Orleans get a job at a nightclub, only to find himself entangled with a mobster.
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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NYT: In the Mood for Love (2000)

Wong Kar-wai’s visually stunning and emotionally resonant masterpiece about two neighbours who form a strong bond after discovering their respective spouses are having an affair.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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The Fantastic Four: First Steps

The highly anticipated introduction of Marvel’s first family into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Follow Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm on their first cosmic adventure.
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm
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Angelika Auteurs – Little Women (2019)

Greta Gerwig’s acclaimed adaptation of the classic novel. The film chronicles the lives of the four March sisters as they navigate love, loss, and the pursuit of their dreams in 19th-century America.
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
Cinemas: Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba
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24 August 2025

Animal Crackers (1930)

An absolute classic of chaotic comedy, this Marx Brothers film follows the mayhem that ensues when a valuable painting is stolen during a high-society party hosted by Mrs. Rittenhouse.
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
Cinema: GOMA
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Trafic (1971)

The final film starring Jacques Tati’s iconic character, Monsieur Hulot. In this gentle satire, Hulot, a car designer, encounters a series of comical mishaps while trying to transport his new camper-van to an auto show.
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
Cinema: GOMA
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Gabbeh (1996)

A visually rich and poetic film from Iranian director Mohsen Makhmalbaf, which tells a story of love and life through the colourful and intricate designs of a traditional Persian rug (a gabbeh).
IMDb Rating: 7.2/10
Cinema: GOMA
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NYT: There Will Be Blood (2007)

Paul Thomas Anderson’s epic drama featuring a monumental performance by Daniel Day-Lewis as a ruthless oil prospector whose relentless pursuit of wealth leads to madness and moral decay.
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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Roman Holiday (1953)

A charming and timeless romance starring Audrey Hepburn as a European princess who escapes her royal duties for a day to explore Rome with an American reporter, played by Gregory Peck.
IMDb Rating: 8.0/10
Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm
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From cult classics to brand-new blockbusters, the weekend is brimming with cinematic possibilities. To make sure you get a seat for your chosen film, it’s always a good idea to book online ahead of time. Whatever you decide to see, we hope you have a fantastic time at the movies.

Sippy Downs Resident’s Heroic Act Ends Teen’s Luxury Car Crime Spree

Photo Credit: Facebook / Devontae Simpson

A Sippy Downs resident’s brave actions led to the arrest of 19-year-old Devontae Simpson, effectively ending a two-week crime spree that spanned Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. The incident, which occurred on February 17, 2024, was detailed in the Maroochydore Magistrates Court on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

Simpson, who pleaded guilty to over 30 charges, including burglaries and multiple counts of unlawful use of motor vehicles, met his match when he attempted to steal a Toyota LandCruiser ute from a Sippy Downs property. The resident, alerted by the sound of his vehicle starting, rushed to confront the thief.

In a display of quick thinking and courage, the Sippy Downs homeowner jumped into the passenger side of his vehicle as Simpson attempted to flee. Despite the teen’s efforts to escape, including reversing at high speed into a fence, the determined resident managed to pull the handbrake, bringing the vehicle to a halt.

After Simpson fled on foot, the homeowner gave chase, successfully tackling and subduing the young offender. The struggle left the Sippy Downs man with lacerations to his arm and knee, but his perseverance paid off. With the help of neighbours, Simpson was detained until police arrived.

This act of bravery not only protected the Sippy Downs resident’s property but also put an end to a crime spree that had seen luxury vehicles stolen from upscale Brisbane suburbs, including Ashgrove, Auchenflower, Virginia, Bardon, and Clayfield.

Photo Credit: Facebook / Devontae Simpson

The court heard that Simpson’s criminal activities began on January 26 in north Brisbane and escalated to include the theft of high-end vehicles such as a Porsche, BMW, Audi, Jeep, and Mercedes. Police prosecutor Shane Raison described Simpson’s philosophy during the spree as “What’s mine is mine, and what’s yours is mine.”

As a result of his crimes and the brave intervention of the Sippy Downs resident, Simpson has been sentenced to 15 months in jail, with parole eligibility set for January 3, 2025.

Published 3-September-2024

Record Participation in 2023 StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup

The 2023 StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup State Finals saw the crowning of premiers after months of competition across Queensland. A record 693 teams and almost 16,000 students have participated in the games since March.

2023 StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup

The StreetSmarts Cup is AFL Queensland’s premier interschool competition for Primary and Secondary students. First introduced in 2016, the state-wide competition includes boys’ and girls’ sides as well as inclusion teams.

This year’s State Finals took place October 13 to October 15 at Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex. Thirty-four teams from 25 schools in six divisions competed for the premiership over the weekend. Games kicked off on Friday, followed by the Primary and Secondary School State Finals on Saturday and Sunday.

Massive growth for flagship schools competition

Trisha Squires, Head of AFL Queensland, noted the significant growth of the competition this year:

Record 693 teams participated across Queensland in 2023
Nearly 16,000 students took part in total
Teams travelled from as far as Cairns, Rockhampton, and Brisbane

“The StreetSmarts Cup has seen incredible growth,” said Squires. “Thank you to all the students, teachers, parents, coaches, umpires, and volunteers who made this statewide carnival possible.”

StreetSmarts sponsorship connects competition to road safety

The StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup is proudly sponsored by StreetSmarts, an initiative by the Department of Transport and Main Roads promoting road safety.

General Manager Joanna Robinson said the event provides an opportunity to reach the next generation. “We are proud to partner with AFLQ to deliver this great competition and promote the importance of road safety to young Queenslanders.”

Sunshine Coast hosts climactic finals weekend

Sunshine Coast Councillor Jason O’Pray said the region was excited to host the climactic finals at the state-of-the-art Maroochydore Multi-Sports Complex.

“It is great to follow that with the arrival of a record number of talented young AFL athletes to grow, develop and compete in a safe, friendly environment at the Maroochydore Multi-Sports Complex,” O’Pray said.

The 2023 StreetSmarts AFLQ Schools Cup State Finals marked yet another triumphant year for AFL Queensland’s premier schools competition. With record-breaking student participation from all corners of the state, the StreetSmarts Cup continues to be a vital platform for young Queenslanders to foster teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship both on and off the field.

Published 16-October-2023