From sweeping romance and dramatic dance numbers to no-holds-barred action, childhood nostalgia and rom-com charm, The Galileo Open Air Cinema is serving up a platter of cinematic contrasts under the stars this week.
Expect epic emotion with Devdas, adrenaline-fuelled mayhem courtesy of John Wick, childhood throwback shenanigans with The Sandlot and a dose of glossy romance with Pretty Woman. Whether you’re in the mood for high drama, high kicks or happily-ever-afters, this week’s line-up has a little something for every kind of movie lover.
So book your spot here, swing by when the doors open, grab your snacks and soak in golden-hour picnic vibes and lawn games before getting cosy in front of the silver screen after sunset (±8:15pm) with your fellow film fanatics.
Here is what’s on the silver screen this week:
4 February: Devdas
Devdas is a 2002 Bollywood romantic drama based on the 1917 novel of the same name by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, and stars Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit.
The Film narrates the story of Devdas Mukherjee (Khan), a wealthy law graduate who returns from London to marry his childhood friend, Parvati ‘Paro’ (Rai).
However, the rejection of their marriage by his own family sparks his descent into alcoholism, ultimately leading to his emotional deterioration and him seeking refuge with the golden hearted courtesan Chandramukhi (Dixit).
- Day: Wednesday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:15pm
- Genre: Bollywood Romantic Drama
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
5 February: John Wick
John Wick is a 2014 American action thriller film, and is the first instalment of the media franchise created by Derek Kolstad. The film stars Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, Lance Reddick, John Leguizamo, Bridget Moynahan, Alfie Allen and Michael Nyqvist.
Legendary assassin John Wick (Reeves) retired from his violent career after marrying the love of his life. Her sudden death leaves John in deep mourning.
When sadistic mobster Losef Tarasov (Allen) and his thugs steal John’s prized car and kill the puppy that was a last gift from his wife, John unleashes the remorseless killing machine within and seeks vengeance. Meanwhile, Losef’s father – John’s former colleague – puts a huge bounty on John’s head.
- Day: Thursday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:15pm
- Genre: Action Thriller
- Age restriction: 16 L V
- Tickets: Webtickets
6 February: The Sandlot
The Sandlot is a 1993 American coming-of-age sports comedy film directed by David Mickey Evans, and starring Tom Guiry, Mike Vitar, Karen Allen, Denis Leary and James Earl Jones.
When Scottie Smalls (Guiry) moves to a new neighbourhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot.
Together, they go on a series of funny and touching adventures. The boys, however, run into trouble when Smalls borrows a ball from his stepdad that gets hit over a fence.
- Day: Friday
- Location: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Time: Gates open at 6pm, and the movie starts at 8:15pm
- Genre: Comedy Drama Teen
- Age restriction: A
- Tickets: Webtickets
7 February: Pretty Woman
Pretty Woman is a 1990 romantic comedy film directed by Garry Marshall, and starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere.
A prostitute and a wealthy businessman fall for one another, forming an unlikely pair.
While on a business trip in Los Angeles, Edward (Gere), who makes a living buying and breaking up companies, picks up a prostitute, Vivian (Roberts), on a lark. After Edward hires Vivian to stay with him for the weekend, the two get closer, only to discover there are significant hurdles to overcome as they try to bridge the gap between their very different worlds.
- Day: Saturday
- Location: Zevenwacht Wine Estate
- Time: Gates open at 5pm, and the movie starts at 8:15pm
- Genre: Romantic Drama
- Age restriction: 13
- Tickets: Webtickets
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