Experience the charm of outdoor movie viewings while taking in the splendour of the Cape’s most picturesque settings.
This week at the Galileo Open Air Cinema, you can escape reality with a fantasy-filled journey to far-away places, mix an outdoor cinema experience with an entertaining karaoke evening or enjoy lighthearted laughs from a classic rom-com.
A magical evening awaits, so book your spot here.
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Here’s what’s on the silver screen this week:
20 March: The NeverEnding Story
The NeverEnding Story is a 1984 fantasy film. A troubled boy dives into a wondrous fantasy world through the pages of a mysterious book.
- Day: Wednesday
- 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
21 March: The Lorax
The Lorax (also known as Dr Suess’ The Lorax) is a 2012 animated musical comedy film. The Lorax stars the voices of Danny DeVito, Ed Helms, Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Ro Riggle, Jenny Slate and Betty White.
A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it, he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.
- Day: Thursday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Family Friendly/Kids
- Age restriction: A
- Tickets: Webtickets
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22 March: Pitch Perfect
Pitch Perfect is a 2012 American musical comedy film. It features an ensemble cast. The plot follows Barden University’s all-girl a cappella group, The Barden Bellas, as they compete against another a cappella group from their college to win Nationals.
Beca, a freshman at Barden University, is cajoled into joining The Bellas and injects some much-needed energy into their repertoire for the campus competition.
- Day: Friday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Music/Dance/Drama
- Age restriction: 10 L
- Tickets: Webtickets
23 March: 50 First Dates
50 First Dates is a 2004 American romantic comedy-drama starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. It follows the story of Henry, a womanising marine veterinarian who falls for an art teacher named Lucy.
When he discovers she has amnesia and forgets him when she falls asleep, he resolves to win her over again each new day.
- Day: Saturday
- Location: Zevenwacht Wine Estate
- Time: Gates open at 5pm, and the movie starts at 7:30pm
- Genre: Romantic Comedy Drama
- Age restriction: PG L
- Tickets: Webtickets
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