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TimesLIVE
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Movies that are definitely not going to the dogs
Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook. Spotlight this week takes a closer look at the latest Marvel reboot and two South African films shining bright at the Durban International Film Festival (DIFF). Based on Alexandra Fuller's best-selling memoir, Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight depicts eight-year-old Bobo's life on her family's Rhodesian farm during the 1970s Bush War's final stages and Robert Mugabe's rise to power. Directed and adapted by Embeth Davidtz (Matilda, Schindler's List), and with high audience and critical acclaim, the film stars talented newcomer Lexi Venter, Zikhona Bali and Rob van Vuuren. At cinemas and at DIFF. The Fantastic family face a daunting challenge as they defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic herald, Silver Surfer. T he Fantastic Four: First Steps is directed by Matt Shakman (2011 Game of Thrones) and the film features Hollywood's finest including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn in this very personal battle. At cinemas. Audiences can look forward to a thorough comedy indulgence in a heartfelt story where sardines meet pageantry in quirky local big screen movie Lucky Fish. A small sardine-canning company runs into financial problems and turn to desperate measures to save the company by any means — a very unconventional beauty contest. Directed by Joshua Rous and starring Jack Devnarain, Mayuri Naidu and Meren Reddy, Lucky Fish is at cinemas and the DIFF. For full interviews, breaking news, trailers and clips visit our Spotlight Facebook page. See you at the movies. Presenter Collette Prince is styled and dressed by Claris by Gerrit Pienaar when attending premieres and special events. Facebook @Claris by Gerrit Pienaar/Instagram: gerritpienaardesigns. Competition and giveaways Name the ravenous space god in T he Fantastic Four: First Steps, now showing at cinemas nationwide. For full competition details and the questions, go to the Spotlight SA Facebook page and DM your answers and contact details by July 30. Terms and conditions apply. Winners will be drawn randomly and notified by SMS after the competition has closed. Entrants' personal details will not be retained for marketing purposes. Winners have to provide proof of age (ID/driving licence) and cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. By entering, participants agree to have their names published on TimesLIVE, SowetanLIVE and Spotlight SA on Facebook. Employees of Ar ena Holdings and their family members are not eligible to enter.
TimesLIVE
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Superman battles hi-tech mogul while the Smurfs fight to save Papa from evil clutches
Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook. Spotlight's episode this week takes in how South Africa's cinemas are getting Smurfed up and DC Comics is launching a brand new reboot of Superman and his Kryptonian heritage. Cinemas around the globe are transforming to blue this week with the adorable little humanoid Smurfs embarking on a mission in the real world to save Papa Smurf and the world from evil wizards that abducted him. From Chris Miller (Shrek the Third, Madagascar) and Matt Landon, this fun animation film stars voice cast John Goodman, Xolo Maridueña, Rihanna and Marshmello. Now on at cinemas and D-BOX. Clark Kent is back with a new reboot of Superman at cinemas, IMAX, 3D and 4DX. With his trademark vulnerability and superpowers, he sets off on an action-fuelled battle against tech billionaire Lex Luthor's quest to bring down the Man of Steel for good. From James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad), starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult. The fifth instalment of Suzanne Collins' best-selling Hunger Games series, Sunrise on the Reaping, film adaptation has been set in motion, promising to hit cinema screens late in 2026. Cast announcements include Ralph Fiennes as President Snow, Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy and Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee. Try out the Sketch Monster Maker app for the cinema release of Sketch, inviting you to draw a picture of your own monster and seeing it come to life. Download from your app store and look out for the film at cinemas from August 8. The Disney Dreamers Academy features young Capetonian Azile, who learnt to sail at the academy guided by mentor Lindani. See her prepare to race around South Africa's famous Robben Island as part of a series of shorts called People and Places, now streaming on Disney+. Competition and giveaways Answer a question to win a Smurfs merchandise hamper. For full competition details and the questions, go to the Spotlight SA Facebook page and DM your answers and contact details by July 16. Terms and conditions apply. Winners will be drawn randomly and notified by SMS after the competition has closed. Entrants' personal details will not be retained for marketing purposes. Winners have to provide proof of age (ID/driving licence) and cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. By entering, participants agree to have their names published on TimesLIVE, SowetanLIVE and Spotlight SA on Facebook. Employees of Ar ena Holdings and their family members are not eligible to enter.
TimesLIVE
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Dinosaurs, Smurfs and a new breed of superheroes
Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook. This week Spotlight takes a glimpse at the new Jurassic Park franchise instalment, which started 32 years ago ... at a research facility, setting off a frightening new dinosaur age. We also look at glamour and speed on display at the F1: The Movie premiere and the tour schedule of adorable small blue humanoids. Jurassic World: Rebirth — directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla) and starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali — goes back to where it all began: a research facility. The mission is to secure genetic material from dinosaurs to provide life-saving benefits to mankind. The film is hailed by critics as an updated version of the original and features a subtle homage to Steven Spielberg. On at cinemas, 3D, D-Box and 4DX. Diarise the following attractions for your calendar: Blue humanoid creatures best known as the Smurfs are all over town as part of the build-up for the film's release on July 11. You and your family can get the chance to meet the beloved Smurfs on their road trip entertaining fans throughout the month of July at Gold Reef City, Mall of Africa and Sun City. Consult your local press for details. Next week the release of DC Universe's Superman flies into cinemas as the superhero bids to reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human Clark Kent existence. The rise of a new kind of hero in The Toxic Avenger, starring Peter Dinklage, hits big screens from August 29. Don't miss the cinema release of Bugonia on November 7. The film stars Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons.
TimesLIVE
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'F1', 'Jungle Beat 2' and the last 'Squid Game' hit screens
Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook. This week's Spotlight takes a closer look at the Brad Pitt film F1: The Movie, the talent and success behind South Africa's Jungle Beat 2: The Past and the final season of the Squid Game phenomenon. The popular and beloved TV series with Munki and Trunk creates the backdrop for animated cinema sequel Jungle Beat 2: The Past. Trunk gets sucked into a portal and travels back to the dinosaur age. He will need the help of new friends to make it home to Munki. Directed by Sam Wilson, the film features a mix of local and international voice talents including Rob van Vuuren, David Menkin and Ina Marie Smith. Look out for the interview with the creators of the film on their fun-filled journey with this franchise. Now at cinemas. Sonny Hayes (Pitt) is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling F1 team, mentoring a young hot-headed driver while chasing one more chance at glory. F1: The Movie is directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick, Oblivion) and stars Damson Idris, Javier Bardem and Lewis Hamilton. Feel the speed and the adrenaline rush at cinemas, IMAX, D-Box and 4DX. Let the final games begin! The third and final season of the record-breaking, award-winning Squid Game has arrived and is streaming on Netflix. Season 3 continues with Seong GI-hun's mission to take down the deadly game from within. Returning with director Hwang Dong-hyuk and cast Lee Jung-jae and Lee Byung-hun. Look out for the interviews Spotlight had with the cast and director. For full interviews, breaking news, trailers and clips visit our Spotlight Facebook page. See you at the movies. Presenter Collette Prince is styled and dressed by Claris by Gerrit Pienaar when attending premieres and special events. Facebook @Claris by Gerrit Pienaar/Instagram: gerritpienaardesigns. Competition and giveaways Win big with Spotlight! Answer a question to win a Jungle Beat 2: The Past movie merchandise hamper. Or win a F1: The Movie merchandise hamper by answering a question. For full competition details and the questions, go to the Spotlight SA Facebook page and DM your answers and contact details by July 4. Terms and conditions apply. Winners will be drawn randomly and notified by SMS after the competition has closed. Entrants' personal details will not be retained for marketing purposes. Winners have to provide proof of age (ID/driving licence) and cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. By entering, participants agree to have their names published on TimesLIVE, SowetanLIVE and Spotlight SA on Facebook. Employees of Arena Holdings and their family members are not eligible to enter.
TimesLIVE
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Rebel Wilson rebels against being a bridesmaid, Pixar introduces eccentric aliens, and John Wick is back on the big screen
Spotlight is our bite-sized entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more. New episodes come out every Thursday on Sunday Times Lifestyle, Sowetan Entertainment and YouTube, plus you can follow Spotlight on Facebook. Spotlight this week looks at Rebel Wilson's latest action comedy, a new Pixar release at cinemas and coverage of the local premiere of From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. In the action comedy Bride Hard, world-class secret agent Sam (Wilson) is terrible at her maid of honour duties because she is too busy with her undercover international spy mission demands. Finding herself demoted to bridesmaid status, she gets a chance at redemption when armed mercenaries crash the ceremony, leaving it up to her to come to the rescue. Directed by Simon West (Con Air, The Expendables 2) and co-starring Anna Camp, Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Anna Chlumsky, the film is at cinemas. The Pixar animation Elio centres on space fanatic Elio's life-changing interplanetary adventure, forming new bonds with eccentric aliens while discovering who he is truly meant to be in the world. The hilarious coming of age adventure is directed by a trio of animation gurus — Adrian Molina (Coco, The Good Dinosaur), Madeline Sharafian (Turning Red) and Domee Shi (Inside Out) — and features voice cast Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldaña and more. On at cinemas and 3D. Don't miss coverage of the local premiere of From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, a sneak peek at the next chapter of the much-anticipated popular franchise Now You See Me: Now You Don't in November, and a dystopian Stephen King-penned horror The Long Walk at cinemas in September. Competition and giveaways Win a Bride Hard movie merchandise hamper by answering a question. For full competition details and the questions, go to the Spotlight SA Facebook page and DM your answers and contact details by June 25. Terms and conditions apply. Winners will be drawn randomly and notified by SMS after the competition has closed. Entrants' personal details will not be retained for marketing purposes. Winners have to provide proof of age (ID/driving licence) and cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. By entering, participants agree to have their names published on TimesLIVE, SowetanLIVE and Spotlight SA on Facebook. Employees of Arena Holdings and their family members are not eligible to enter.
