Music lovers, this one’s for you. Ster-Kinekor is turning up the volume over the next few months with an unforgettable line-up of concert films and biopics that bring some of the world’s biggest music legends and live performances to life on the biggest screen and with mind-blowing sound.
Forget nosebleed seats – this is your front-row concert experience…with no ticket queue required. Whether you’re into rock royalty, electronic pioneers, or global pop icons, the IMAX experience takes you right to the heart of the stage.
‘We are thrilled to offer our audiences this remarkable slate of music-focused concert films and biopics with the full-on IMAX experience. The level of detail, the immersive sound and the expansive visuals are designed to make audiences feel as if they are in the crowd along with the screaming fans. Watching a concert film in IMAX is a whole different way of experiencing the music and the bands. We can’t wait for audiences to see these shows on our cinemas’ biggest screens,’ says Lynne Wylie, chief marketing officer of Ster-Kinekor.
From rock ‘n roll icons to global pop sensations, the Ster-Kinekor IMAX music season includes:
Depeche Mode: M
Date: 28 and 30 October | 01 and 02 November
Depeche Mode: M is a cinematic journey into the heart of Mexican culture’s relationship with death, framed by the iconic performance of Depeche Mode during the 2023 Memento Mori tour.
Conceived and directed by award-winning Mexican filmmaker Fernando Frías, the film captures the band’s three sold-out shows in Mexico City, attended by over 200 000 fans, blending concert footage with interpretive interstitials and archival material.
Depeche Mode: M celebrates the band’s global influence while delving into the profound connection between music, mortality and Mexican tradition.
Lose yourself in the synth-fuelled soundscape of Depeche Mode’s Memento Mori tour.
Shot during their epic 2023 world tour, this concert film pulses with emotion, rhythm, and the unmistakable energy of one of the most influential bands in music history.
Watch the trailer here.
Hope on the Street The Movie
Date: 12 and 15 November
Experience the spectacular two-night encore from Goyang as a concert film in IMAX for just two screenings, on 12 and 15 November.
TThe film captures a unique experience for fans, showcasing the spectacular two-night encore finale of the acclaimed tour at Goyang Stadium in South Korea.
It celebrates the grand finale of j-hope’s first solo world tour, spanning 16 cities and 33 performances for 524,000 ARMY.
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Audiences will witness the full spectrum of j-hope’s artistry, featuring iconic tracks from his solo album, Jack In The Box, including MORE, from special album HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1, plus smash hits like Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel) and more.
The film also includes the world premiere of his solo single ‘Killin’ It Girl’ (Solo Version), renditions of BTS classics such as ‘MIC Drop’, ‘Silver Spoon’ and ‘Dis-ease’, plus exclusive behind-the-scenes moments.
j-hope also performs alongside fellow BTS members Jin and Jung Kook, plus singer-songwriter/record producer Crush.
Step into the world of BTS superstar j-hope as he takes his solo tour global. A vibrant celebration of music, movement and self-expression, this one’s a must-see for ARMYs and dreamers alike.
Watch the trailer here.
Rolling Stones – At the Max
Date: 10, 13 and 14 December
First released in 1991, Rolling Stones – At the Max is the critically acclaimed concert film starring the iconic Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood and Bill Wyman. Filmed during the band’s 1990 Steel Wheels/Urban Jungle Tour, the result was the first-ever feature-length IMAX concert film, showcasing the incomparable talents of the Rolling Stones and their stadium-filling power.
Packed with career-defining performances of iconic hits including ‘(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction’, ‘Brown Sugar’, ‘Start Me Up’ and more, the film puts audiences at the heart of the crowd, where every moment is enhanced by IMAX’s unmatched scale and sound.
Rock out with the legends who defined a generation and made history with the first concert film shot in IMAX that still hits just as hard today.
Don’t miss the opportunity to watch these global concert films and biopics in the best possible cinema format – the larger-than-life IMAX screen – for a truly immersive movie experience.
Details:
- Locations: The Grove in Tshwane | Cradlestone, Eastgate | Mall of Africa in Johannesburg | Baywest in Gqeberha |Blue Route | CapeGate | V&A Waterfront in Cape Town
- Bookings: sterkinekor.com or download the new-look SK App on your smartphone.
- Socials: Facebook Ster-Kinekor Theatres | X @Ster-Kinekor
- Contact: Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437)
Get your tickets on the new-look Ster-Kinekor website. Loyalty programme savings can be used where applicable.
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