FREE ENTERTAINMENT AND FAMILY FILMS AT EVENT CINEMAS THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
So Take the Grandkids Event Cinemas are preparing for a jam-packed autumn spectacular this March/April with the introduction of their autumn school holiday program. Bring the kids along to watch the biggest family blockbusters and get creative with FREE arts and crafts activities. The school holiday program is an extravaganza of film themed fun, rolling out at Event Cinema locations nationally* https://www.eventcinemas.com.au/ Little ones will be spoiled for choice with an outstanding line up of exciting films this autumn. Hop into a world of mischief, adventure, and charm with Peter Rabbit as the beloved storybook character is brought to life on the big screen. Join Sherlock Gnomes as he investigates a mysterious case of missing gnomes around London. Journey to a time where prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth with the stop-motion film, Early Man. Or fly through dimensions of space and time in A Wrinkle in Time. To accompany these screenings, Event Cinemas have lined-up free artistic activities that’ll inspire kids to embrace their creative side. Watch as they draw, colour and craft artworks to take home as a special memory of their day out at the movies with mum and dad. Little artists can show off their creative colouring abilities for the Peter Rabbit colour in competition and get the chance to win an epic Peter Rabbit prize pack! Budding green thumbs can have a hand at creating their own Sherlock Gnomes out of paper in an exciting craft-meets-garden activity. Stuck for Easter long weekend activities? Head to Event Cinemas for a special, chocolate-laden Easter Egg Hunt taking place at each first session of the day of Peter Rabbit, Early Man and Sherlock Homes. This exciting family day out is made easy and affordable with the Cinebuzz Family Pricing. Cinebuzz Members can see Peter Rabbit, Sherlock Gnomes, Early Man, or A Wrinkle In Time for $11 on all sessions before 5pm daily. Bigger kids won’t miss out either, gaming fans will be transported to another dimension with Wade Watts as he delves into the world of virtual reality in Steven Spielberg’s Ready Player One***. |
Join Event Cinemas for a school holiday chock-full with exciting and creative fun for the whole family. Check out screening and activity times at www.eventcinemas.com.au, then grab the popcorn and start planning your trip to the movies!
NATIONAL SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES:
QLD: March 30 – April 15
NSW/SA/WA/ACT: April 14 – 29
NT: April 14 – April 22
* Check your local participating cinema for scheduled activities or similar as some sites have used their own activities instead https://www.eventcinemas.com.au/
*Surcharges apply for 3D and Vmax. Pricing may vary between cinema locations.
*Ready Player One is not part of family pricing
FILM INFORMATION AND RELEASE DATES:
PETER RABBIT Release Date: March 22 Rating: PG
Synopsis:
Peter Rabbit makes the jump from beloved storybook character to the big screen in this irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates over both the vegetable treasure in McGregor's forbidden garden and their rivalry for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter delivering a delightfully entertaining mix of mischief, adventurous spirit, and charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail.
SHERLOCK GNOMES
Release Date: March 29 (QLD) & April 5 (all other states) Rating: CTC
Synopsis:
The beloved garden gnomes from GNOMEO AND JULIET are back for a whole new adventure in London. When Gnomeo and Juliet first arrive in the city with their friends and family, their biggest concern is getting their new garden ready for spring. However, they soon discover that someone is kidnapping garden gnomes all over London. When Gnomeo and Juliet return home to find that everyone in their garden is missing – there’s only one gnome to call… SHERLOCK GNOMES. The famous detective and sworn protector of London’s garden gnomes arrive with his sidekick Watson to investigate the case. The mystery will lead our gnomes on a rollicking adventure where they will meet all new ornaments and explore an undiscovered side of the city. This action-packed sequel features the voices of returning cast, James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Michael Caine, Maggie Smith, Stephen Merchant and Ozzy Osbourne, plus Johnny Depp as Sherlock Gnomes, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Watson and Mary J. Blige as Irene.
EARLY MAN
Release Date: March 29 (QLD) & April 12 (all other states) Rating: CTC
Synopsis:
Set at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth, Early Man tells the story of Dug, along with sidekick Hognob as they unite his tribe against a mighty enemy Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City to save their home.
A WRINKLE IN TIME
Release Date: March 29 Rating: PG
Synopsis:
From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” an epic adventure based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.
READY PLAYER ONE
Release Date: March 29 Rating: M
Synopsis:
When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Wade Watts finds the first clue and starts a race for the Egg.
NATIONAL SCHOOL HOLIDAY DATES:
QLD: March 30 – April 15
NSW/SA/WA/ACT: April 14 – 29
NT: April 14 – April 22
* Check your local participating cinema for scheduled activities or similar as some sites have used their own activities instead https://www.eventcinemas.com.au/
*Surcharges apply for 3D and Vmax. Pricing may vary between cinema locations.
*Ready Player One is not part of family pricing
FILM INFORMATION AND RELEASE DATES:
PETER RABBIT Release Date: March 22 Rating: PG
Synopsis:
Peter Rabbit makes the jump from beloved storybook character to the big screen in this irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates over both the vegetable treasure in McGregor's forbidden garden and their rivalry for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter delivering a delightfully entertaining mix of mischief, adventurous spirit, and charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail.
SHERLOCK GNOMES
Release Date: March 29 (QLD) & April 5 (all other states) Rating: CTC
Synopsis:
The beloved garden gnomes from GNOMEO AND JULIET are back for a whole new adventure in London. When Gnomeo and Juliet first arrive in the city with their friends and family, their biggest concern is getting their new garden ready for spring. However, they soon discover that someone is kidnapping garden gnomes all over London. When Gnomeo and Juliet return home to find that everyone in their garden is missing – there’s only one gnome to call… SHERLOCK GNOMES. The famous detective and sworn protector of London’s garden gnomes arrive with his sidekick Watson to investigate the case. The mystery will lead our gnomes on a rollicking adventure where they will meet all new ornaments and explore an undiscovered side of the city. This action-packed sequel features the voices of returning cast, James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Michael Caine, Maggie Smith, Stephen Merchant and Ozzy Osbourne, plus Johnny Depp as Sherlock Gnomes, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Watson and Mary J. Blige as Irene.
EARLY MAN
Release Date: March 29 (QLD) & April 12 (all other states) Rating: CTC
Synopsis:
Set at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth, Early Man tells the story of Dug, along with sidekick Hognob as they unite his tribe against a mighty enemy Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City to save their home.
A WRINKLE IN TIME
Release Date: March 29 Rating: PG
Synopsis:
From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” an epic adventure based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.
READY PLAYER ONE
Release Date: March 29 Rating: M
Synopsis:
When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Wade Watts finds the first clue and starts a race for the Egg.