From heartwarming classics to blockbuster motion pictures, read on to discover what The Galileo has in store for you this November:
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1 November: 10 Things I Hate About You
In the 1999 teen romantic comedy film 10 Things I Hate About You, a high-school student named Cameron faces a unique challenge. He’s smitten with Bianca but is unable to pursue a relationship with her due to a condition set by her antisocial older sister, Kat. In order to win Bianca’s heart, Cameron enlists the help of an enigmatic student named Patrick to charm Kat and become her boyfriend.
- Day: Wednesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 7:45pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
2 November: Interstellar
In the 2014 epic science fiction film Interstellar, humanity faces a grim future as Earth becomes increasingly uninhabitable due to a devastating blight and famine. The story revolves around Joseph Cooper, a farmer and former NASA pilot, who is given a monumental task. Alongside a team of researchers, he is entrusted with piloting a spacecraft through a wormhole near Saturn in search of a new habitable planet for the survival of the human race. The cast includes Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Bill Irwin, Ellen Burstyn, Matt Damon and Michael Caine.
- Day: Thursday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 7:45pm
- Genre: Science fiction
- Age restriction: 10-12 PG L
- Tickets: Webtickets
4 November: Lady and the Tramp (2019)
The 2019 film Lady and the Tramp is a delightful musical romance that unfolds the love story between Lady, an elegant uptown Cocker Spaniel, and Tramp, a street-savvy downtown mutt.
- Day: Saturday
- Venue: Stellenbosch Waldorf School
- Doors Open: 5pm
- Movie starts: 7:45pm
- Genre: Family-friendly / kids
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
7 November: Me Before You
The 2016 romantic drama film Me Before You is set in the United Kingdom and revolves around the unexpected connection that forms between a young woman from a small town and a paralysed man whom she is responsible for caring for.
- Day: Tuesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic drama
- Age restriction: 7-9 PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
8 November: I Wanna Dance With Somebody
Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody is a biographical musical drama that premiered in December 2022, and serves as an uplifting, poignant and tear-jerking tribute to the iconic Whitney Houston. The film portrays her meteoric rise from anonymity to becoming one of the most celebrated female voices in R&B and pop music history.
- Day: Wednesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Biographical/musical drama
- Age restriction: 13 PG DL
- Tickets: Webtickets
9 November: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
The 2002 fantasy film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is an adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s 1998 novel. The plot centres around Harry’s second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. During this eventful year, the Chamber of Secrets is opened by the Heir of Salazar Slytherin, leading to the release of a malevolent creature that petrifies the students of the school.
- Day: Thursday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 7:45pm
- Genre: Fantasy adventure
- Age restriction: 10 V
- Tickets: Webtickets
10 November: Mamma Mia!
Mamma Mia! is a rom-com with musical elements, featuring the hit tunes of the legendary pop band ABBA. The story centres on a bride-to-be who sends wedding invitations to three different men, each a potential candidate for being her biological father.
- Day: Friday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Musical/dance
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
11 November: Love Actually
Love Actually, a 2003 holiday-centric romantic comedy-drama, explores multifaceted expressions of love through ten interconnected narratives featuring a diverse set of characters. The film starts its storyline five weeks prior to Christmas and unfolds in a week-by-week countdown to the festive day, culminating in a follow-up sequence set one month afterwards.
- Day: Saturday
- Venue:Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 13 LNS
- Tickets: Webtickets
15 November: La Bamba
La Bamba, a 1987 biopic both written and directed by Luis Valdez, chronicles the brief but impactful musical journey of Ritchie Valens, a Mexican-American icon in the realm of Chicano rock and roll. Portrayed by Lou Diamond Phillips, Valens meets a tragic end at just 17 years old in an aviation accident, alongside fellow musicians Buddy Holly and The Big Bopper.
- Day: Wednesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Biographical
- Age restriction: 10
- Tickets: Webtickets
16 November: Maybe I Do
Maybe I Do, a 2023 romantic comedy, is the brainchild of writer-director Michael Jacobs and is adapted from his original play, Cheaters. The film features an all-star cast including Diane Keaton, Richard Gere, Susan Sarandon, Emma Roberts, Luke Bracey and William H. Macy. The plot centres on Michelle and Allen, a young couple planning to marry. When they arrange a meeting with their parents to discuss the upcoming nuptials, they find out their families are already acquainted, sparking a range of conflicting viewpoints on the union.
- Day: Thursday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 13 L
- Tickets: Webtickets
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17 November: Finding Nemo
Finding Nemo, released in 2003, is an animated comedy-drama-adventure movie. The narrative follows Marlin, a cautious clownfish, as he teams up with Dory, a forgetful regal blue tang, to find his lost son, Nemo. Throughout their quest, Marlin discovers the value of embracing uncertainty.
- Day: Friday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Family-friendly/kids
- Age restriction: A
- Tickets: Webtickets
18 November: Pretty Woman
Pretty Woman, a romantic comedy from 1990, centres on a wealthy New York businessman (Richard Gere) who engages the services of an attractive sex worker (Julia Roberts) to accompany him to various social functions. Unexpectedly, the two find themselves falling for each other.
- Day: Saturday
- Venue: Muratie Canvas
- Doors Open: 5pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 13
- Tickets: Webtickets
22 November: Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers
Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, is a 2002 grand-scale fantasy adventure, that adapts the second book of J.R.R. Tolkien’s renowned trilogy, The Lord of the Rings. Advancing the narrative from its predecessor, the film weaves together three separate plots. As Frodo and Sam inch nearer to Mordor, guided by the dubious Gollum, the splintered fellowship confronts Sauron’s recent collaborator, Saruman and his armies from Isengard.
- Day: Wednesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Fantasy adventure
- Age restriction: 10 V
- Tickets: Webtickets
23 November: Father Of The Bride (2022)
Father of the Bride, a 2022 romantic comedy, features Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan in leading roles. The film focuses on a father who is coming to terms with his daughter’s impending betrothal, all while navigating various familial dynamics within their expansive Cuban-American family.
- Day: Thursday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 10-12 PG LP
- Tickets: Webtickets
24 November: Marley and Me (Dog-Friendly Show)
Marley & Me, a 2008 comedy-drama, features Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston as the human companions of Marley, a labrador retriever. The family garners invaluable life insights from their lovable yet mischievous and high-strung canine.
Introducing The Galileo’s first dog-friendly screening!
The Galileo is ecstatic to welcome all four-legged pals for a special movie night alongside their human companions. While outdoor film showings have traditionally been for people only, The Galileo is initiating this pet-friendly venture at this particular location.
You can purchase not just your own seat but also a VID (Very Important Dog) pass for your furry friend. Act quickly, as VID passes are in short supply and proceeds will benefit Oscars Arc.
To guarantee a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone, adherence to the event’s terms and conditions is crucial. Specifically, dog owners are obliged to be considerate of other attendees, whether they come with or without pets. All dogs must be well-behaved, social and restrained by a leash no longer than two metres at all times.
- Day: Friday
- Venue: Central Park, Century City
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Family-friendly/kids
- Age restriction: PG
- Tickets: Webtickets
25 November: A Good Year
A Good Year, is a 2006 romantic comedy that revolves around a British financial trader who inherits a chateau and vineyard in Provence, a place where he spent considerable time during his youth. As he attempts to refurbish the property for sale, he finds himself embracing a more relaxed way of life.
- Day: Saturday
- Venue: Glenelly Estate
- Doors Open: 5pm
- Movie starts: 8pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 10
- Tickets: Webtickets
28 November: 500 Days Of Summer
500 Days of Summer, a 2009 rom-com drama, explores the emotional turmoil of Tom Hansen, a die-hard romantic who’s been jilted by the woman he thought was his perfect match. Revisiting their past together, Tom seeks to understand what led to their breakup and contemplates strategies to rekindle the romance.
- Day: Tuesday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8:15pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 13 PG L
- Tickets: Webtickets
30 November: Love Actually
Love Actually, a 2003 holiday-centric romantic comedy-drama, explores multifaceted expressions of love through ten interconnected narratives featuring a diverse set of characters. The film starts its storyline five weeks prior to Christmas and unfolds in a week-by-week countdown to the festive day, culminating in a follow-up sequence set one month later.
- Day: Thursday
- Venue: Kirstenbosch Garden
- Doors Open: 6pm
- Movie starts: 8:15pm
- Genre: Romantic comedy drama
- Age restriction: 13 LNS
- Tickets: Webtickets
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