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Box Office Surprises: Dissecting 'Ghostbusters Frozen Empire' and 'Godzilla vs. Kong', and The NZ International Film Festival

Brent Harbour and Ross Churchouse

Discover the harsh truth behind the movie industry's unpredictable nature as we dissect 'Ghostbusters Frozen Empire's' underwhelming box office results and the shocking twist of fate for 'Godzilla vs. Kong.' Our latest episode peels back the curtain on the high-stake gambles of film predictions, contrasting critical receptions with audience fervor. We share our firsthand experience of the palpable enthusiasm inside a Wellington IMAX for the colossal clash of titans, while probing into the misfires of our beloved specters in frosty realms. We then shift gears to the local scene, serving up hearty recommendations for the New Zealand International Film Festival, and reveal the hands-on involvement in its expansion. As we navigate the festival's scale-back with a collective spirit, we also spotlight the stellar flicks filling theater seats these holidays. From the comedic charm of 'Wicked Little Letters' to the gripping 'Monkey Man' and suspenseful 'The First Omen.

Book your tickets to the movies at Cathay Cinemas Kerikeri here - or at Lido Cinema Hamilton here!