Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Tuesday May 28th
Good People
PLEASE NOTE: Our film screenings for the next few weeks at Forum North will be on TUESDAYS not Thursdays as the venue is not available then.
So, on TUESDAY, the 28th May at 6pm, WFS will be screening this year's Oscar winning film for Best international film, The Zone of Interest.
Our 8pm screening will be the fascinating documentary on the NZ modernist artist, Frances Hodgkins in Anything But A Still Life.
The Zone of Interest
UK, 2023, Historical Drama, 105 mins
(English subtitles), Rated M
Winner of this year's Oscar for Best International Film, The Zone of Interest is based on the 2014 novel by Martin Amis.
Rudolf Höss is the commandant of Auschwitz. He and his wife, Hedwig strive to create a happy life for their children in a luxury home and gardens in the "Zone of Interest" which has been built right next to the concentration camp.
A brilliant examination of human complicity. - The Playlist
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on
TUESDAY (Not Thursday) 28th May at 6pm and
TUESDAY (Not Thursday) 4th June at 8pm
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
All welcome. Cash only please – no Eftpos available.
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Sunday Christmas Market @ Reyburn House Town Basin
Sunday 14 December · 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Reyburn House, Town Basin, Whangārei
Get ready for a festive day out at our Sunday Christmas Market!
Wander through a wonderland of arts, crafts, handmade gifts, delicious food, and unique local shopping—perfect for those last-minute Christmas presents or a special treat for yourself!
- Dog Friendly – Bring your furry friends along
- Free Parking
- Free Entry – Everyone welcome!
Whether you're supporting local makers, enjoying the holiday atmosphere, or just looking for a relaxing Sunday outing by the water, this is the place to be.
Location: 17–30 Reyburn House Lane, Town Basin, Whangārei
Come and celebrate the magic of the season with us! ✨
See you there!
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75% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
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25% Please, give me some peace
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0% I escape the region during summer
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