CINEMA NOUVEAU – Where Great Cinema Comes Alive

Explore independent, foreign & art-house films at select Ster-Kinekor venues.

Why Cinema Nouveau?

Cinema Nouveau celebrates the art of film. It’s where storytelling takes centre stage, inviting audiences into a world of diverse voices, bold perspectives and deeply moving cinematic experiences. From acclaimed foreign features and documentaries to curated festival favourites, this is cinema that sparks conversation and touches the soul.

What Makes It Unique

Thoughtfully chosen films from around the world • challenging • beautiful • unforgettable.
From Cannes to local gems — explore cinema’s cultural diversity.
Live streams of theatre, opera, and ballet bring the world stage to your seat.

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Explore this week's curated selection from acclaimed international titles to powerful documentaries and exclusive live art events.

Odysseus, the legendary King of Ithaca, embarks on a long and perilous journey home following the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he is forced to confront the whims of gods, mythological monsters, and trials that stretch both his cunning and his humanity to the breaking point.

A wounded American soldier fights to survive behind enemy lines during WWII's Battle of the Bulge against the Germans, relying on his instinct, spy craft and a hand-radio to evade capture and find his way back to his unit.

An in-depth portrayal of Michael Jackson, a complicated man, who became the King of Pop. The biopic will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.

An orphan in a facility run by the mean Miss Hannigan, Annie believes that her parents left her there by mistake. When a rich man named Oliver 'Daddy' Warbucks decides to let an orphan live at his home to promote his image, Annie is selected. While Annie gets accustomed to living in Warbucks' mansion, she still longs to meet her parents. So Warbucks announces a search for them and a reward, which brings out many frauds.

In the heart of Durban, South Africa, a crumbling building offers a fragile sanctuary to a group of unhoused men surviving on society’s margins. Bound by quiet loyalty, they navigate a world of indifferent authorities, opportunists, and looming violence. Yet, beyond the relentless grind of the streets, their inner worlds—woven from memories, visions, and ghosts—hold a reality as vivid as the one they fight to live through.

A strange doorway appears in the basement of a furniture showroom.

Grappling with his past after a life of crime and murder, Robin Hood finds himself gravely injured after a battle he thought would be his last. In the hands of a mysterious woman, he is offered a chance at salvation.

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Matt's dreams of a picturesque Italian wedding are shattered when his fiancée leaves him at the altar. He embarks on his planned honeymoon across Italy alone, immersing himself in the country’s vibrant culture, food, and beauty.

THE MET OPERA: LIVE IN HD

Experience the world’s most celebrated opera productions live from New York’s Metropolitan Opera House. The Met Opera: Live in HD brings breathtaking performances, stunning stagecraft and crystal-clear sound to the big screen — offering front-row access to global cultural excellence, right here at Cinema Nouveau.

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PARIS OPERA BALLET

Experience the elegance and artistry of one of the world’s most renowned ballet companies on the big screen. The Paris Opera Ballet brings breathtaking choreography, exquisite performances and timeless storytelling to Cinema Nouveau — offering audiences a front-row seat to classical and contemporary ballet at its finest.

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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE

Enjoy the best of British theatre, broadcast directly from London's National Theatre. National Theatre Live delivers powerful performances, acclaimed productions and unforgettable storytelling capturing the intimacy of live theatre while immersing you in cinema-quality presentation.

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