With only two weeks left of the 12th season of the Galileo Open Air Cinema, the unique outdoor movie experience brings a timeless classic, a Bollywood twist on a timeless classic, a glimpse into nature and a blockbuster favourite.
In addition to movie magic under the stars, the Galileo team offers a tried-and-tested winning formula of unrivalled backdrops, delectable dining options and cosy outdoor movie kits – you just need to pick the date.
An evening of delight awaits, so book your spot here.
Also read: Here’s what’s on The Galileo Open Air Cinema’s screen this month
Here’s what’s on the silver screen this week:
17 April: Bride & Prejudice
Bride and Prejudice, a Bollywood musical, is a 2004 romantic drama film. A Bollywood-style adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice. It features the lives of four unmarried daughters in an Indian family.
- Day: Wednesday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Bollywood Drama
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
18 April: Barbie
Barbie is a 2023 American fantasy comedy film. Based on the Barbie fashion dolls by Mattel, it is the first live-action Barbie film after numerous computer-animated films and specials.
The film follows Barbie (Margot Robbie) and Ken (Ryan Gosling) on a journey of self-discovery following an existential crisis.
- Day: Thursday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Comedy Drama
- Age restriction: 13 LPV
- Tickets: Webtickets
19 April: Penguins
Disneynature’s Penguins is a 2019 American nature documentary film directed by Alastair Fothergill and Jeff Wilson.
The coming-of-age story follows an Adélie penguin named Steve, who joins fellow males in the icy Antarctic spring on a quest to build a suitable nest, find a life partner and start a family. The American release of the film is narrated by Ed Harris.
- Day: Friday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Family-friendly / Kids
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
20 April: Dirty Dancing
Dirty Dancing is a 1987 American romantic drama dance film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. It tells the story of Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman (Grey), a young woman who falls in love with dance instructor Johnny Castle (Swayze) at a vacation resort.
- Day: Saturday
- Location: Nederburg Wine Farm
- Time: Gates open at 5pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Musical / Dance
- Age restriction: 13 PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
Also read:
The ultimate guide to a Galileo Open Air Cinema screening in the Cape
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