Movie Review - @Avengers: Infinity War #AvengersInfinityWar @SterKinekor @TheMallofAfrica #MARVEL

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On Thursday, 26th 2018 I was invited to see the much-awaited movie @SterKinekor @TheMallofAfrica for the 830pm show (Screen 1) in Johannesburg. I was waiting for the movie and without having seen any of the YouTube review or news relating the movie. I have only watched the 2 trailers of the movie released on Youtube. I was sure that I wanted to see the movie, from the first trailer itself but my luck will work out like this was not known to me. This I am saying because the last year's Superhero movies, I have seen them with a lot of delays when I am the only one sitting in the theatres literally. If you can, believe me, I could not even finish my popcorns as I didn't want to waste my time in chewing as I was sitting on the edge of the seat for the whole of the movie.

Let's begin with the Infinity War so as the name suggested, it's going to be a WAR and not a battle between any of the two Avengers as showcased in many of the earlier movies. Maybe it was the way to test the public response for the MARVEL brand to check how much they should invest in this movie so that the returns are humungous. And indeed the bet has paid off significantly along with the confidence in the storytelling that the series was working towards from the last 10 years. It all gets connected in this release of the movie, even if you have not understood the earlier ones. But if you want to connect the dots, you need to see all the parts of all the movies produced earlier. 

The movie is a mixture of Iron Man meets Dr. Strange with the new Spider-Man apprentice under Iron Man. Secondly, Thor series meets Guardians of the Galaxy before transporting Hulk back to Planet Earth where he joins the old Avengers. Thirdly, Black Panther meets Captain America where White Wolf is reunited with the other Avengers and Vision. The movie continues in those three parallel worlds along with the fourth one for Thanos who travels from one universe to other to meet all these three storylines. This movie is all about Thanos, rest of the superheroes can take a walk till they reunite in the next version of the movie.

The cinematography is awesome and especially the Wakanda scenes really bring the Jo'burg crowd cheering for their favorite superhero. This sets the pace for the climax and even after it all ends and screen goes dark, no one wanted to leave their seats. I too was waiting for the next part to be shown immediately after this one as I didn't felt satisfied enough to leave for home. It kept me hanging there in the theatre to see more of the movie and after the end credits, you see something unique and never introduced earlier in the previous releases.


The focus in the trailers of the movie was to save all the infinity stones from Thanos as he can then just SNAP his fingers and half of the population can just turn into thin air. Thanos is right in his own logic as he tries to save his universe from getting overpopulated as the natural resources are limited. He himself is ready to do all the sacrifices for the better future. How Thanos achieves infinity stones one after the other and how he uses the powers of the earlier captured stones is what this movie is all about? In the end, we all know what will be the end result in the second part of this movie but still, there is a long wait to see how it's done in the movie as compared to the comic books.

The comic timing of certain characters is superb like Bruce Banner trying to convert into Hulk but couldn't. Rocket and Groot continue to be my favorite characters in this series also with significant scenes. The Game of Thrones Tyrion Lannister - Peter Dinklage plays a small role but will remind you that winters are finally here and will keep you occupied till the next version of Avengers series. Wakanda setup will capture everyone's heart and you will want to see Black Panther again in the theatres. New Spiderman is funny and naive and will immediately make a space in your heart.

This version of the movie will make you realize how difficult is it to see your favorite superheroes face the defeat and vanished from the universe into thin air and will make you realize that the life is momentary. Always build your relationships strong as Dr. Strange gives away his Time infinity stone to save the life of Iron Man though they met only just at the start of the movie. Groot continues to do his sacrificing act which captures everyone's heart and touches your soul. Even for once, I felt bad when Loki was getting killed by Thanos but they didn't show the same on the screen. The movie is superb and will be earning Billions of Dollars just from the first part and second part when it releases next year, will be even more successful under the able directorship of Russo Brothers for both the movies. All the characters played by the respective Superheroes are doing well in this movie too. You still fall in love with Black Widow, Ayo, Nakia and Maria Hill.

A big congratulations to Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures on the grand success of the movie and to all the celebrated actors in the movie. This is a MARVEL's marvel which will definitely shine in the Hollywood world just like powerful INFINITY STONES. Go see for yourselves in a Ster Kinekor cinema near you, better watch it in IMAX and have 26% more fun with extra screen space!

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#BatmanvSuperman #WhoWillWin Now We Know - It's @Warnerbros_SA and @TimesMediaFilms

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ action adventure Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice took the South African box office by storm on its opening weekend, earning more than R16 million from 137 screens in South Africa, with no signs of slowing down. This makes Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice the biggest Warner Bros. opening of all time in South Africa, the biggest March opener of all time and the second biggest 3-day opening weekend (Fri – Sun) behind Fast & Furious 7. 

Opening virtually day-and-date across the globe, director Zack Snyder’s highly anticipated follow-up to Man of Steel brings Batman and Superman together on the big screen for the first time in history, and is the very first feature film appearance of Wonder Woman, the third Super Hero in DC Comics’ iconic Trinity. 

Sue Dickinson, Warner Bros. Marketing Manager at Times Media Films said, “Anticipation forBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justice has been building across South Africa and these incredible results are a testament to not only the enduring appeal of these global icons but the power of the epic cinematic showdown Zack Snyder and his brilliant cast and crew have delivered. We couldn’t be more thrilled with the film’s incredible debut and strong word-of-mouth and repeat business promises to propel its success well into the season.”

From director Zack Snyder comes Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, starring Oscar winner Ben Affleck (Argo) as Batman/Bruce Wayne and Henry Cavill (Man of Steel) as Superman/Clark Kent in the characters’ first big-screen pairing.

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with each other, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it has ever known before.

Directed by Zack Snyder, the film also stars Oscar nominees Amy Adams (American Hustle) as Lois Lane, Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network) as Lex Luthor, Diane Lane (Unfaithful) as Martha Kent, and Laurence Fishburne (What’s Love Got to Do with It) as Perry White; Oscar winners Jeremy Irons (Reversal of Fortune) as Alfred, and Holly Hunter (The Piano) as Senator Finch; and Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman/Diana Prince.

Snyder directed from a screenplay written by Chris Terrio and David S. Goyer, based on characters from DC Comics, including Batman, created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger, and Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The film is produced by Charles Roven and Deborah Snyder, with Wesley Coller, Geoff Johns and David S. Goyer serving as executive producers.

Snyder’s behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography Larry Fong (300, Watchmen) and production designer Patrick Tatopoulos (300: Rise of an Empire), and from hisMan of Steel team, editor David Brenner, costume designer Michael Wilkinson, visual effects supervisor John DJ DesJardin, and Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer (The Lion King) working in conjunction with composer Junkie XL (Mad Max: Fury Road).

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, an Atlas Entertainment/Cruel and Unusual production, a Zack Snyder film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. The film can be seen in IMAX, Dolby Cinema, 3D and 2D, and is being distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. The film is sub-distributed by Times Media Films in South Africa. Check out batmanvsupermandawnofjustice.net and I can say for sure that it's neither Batman nor Superman who is the winner, it's the audience who has won by showering their love on all of DC Comics characters and have opened their hearts to Wonder Woman too! 

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@SterKinekor Brings The Divergent Series: Allegiant (Part 1) #IMAX

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Sci-fi fans are in for a real treat this month, with the release of The Divergent Series: Allegiant (Part 1) in Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX® theatres on Friday, 18 March. The release of the third instalment in the four-part series, The Divergent Series: Allegiant (Part 1) is great news for fans of this blockbuster franchise, who now have the opportunity to watch it on the giant IMAX screen.

These action adventure films, featuring intricate storylines and bold characters, is based on Veronica Roth’s New York Times Best Seller. The film stars Golden Globe® nominee Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Zoë Kravitz, Miles Teller, Academy Award® winner Octavia Spencer and Oscar®-nominated Naomi Watts, and is directed by Robert Schwentke.

The IMAX release of The Divergent Series: Allegiant has been digitally re-mastered into the exceptional image and sound quality to deliver a world-class IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images coupled with IMAX's customised theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are right there and a part of the action. 

About the film – The Divergent Series: Allegiant (Part 1)

After the earth-shattering revelations of Insurgent, Tris must escape with Four and go beyond the wall enclosing Chicago. For the first time ever, they will leave the only city and family they have ever known, in order to find a peaceful solution for their embroiled city. Once outside, old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless with the revelation of shocking new truths. Tris and Four have to decide who they can trust, as a ruthless battle ignites beyond the walls of Chicago that threatens all of humanity. In order to survive, Tris will be forced to make impossible choices about courage, allegiance and sacrifice.

Directed by German film director Robert Schwentke, the film has a two-hour running time and a PG 13 classification. View the Divergent Series: Allegiant (Part 1) trailer here: 

http://www.sterkinekor.com/#/trailer/7948/IMAX%20-%20Divergent%20Series:%20Allegiant%20(Part%201)/

Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX® theatres are at the following cinema complexes: Gateway in Durban, Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth, Cape Gate in Cape Town, The Grove Mall in Pretoria, Cradlestone Mall in Krugersdorp and Eastgate in Johannesburg.

For more information on Divergent in Ster-Kinekor and IMAX® cinemas, download the Ster-Kinekor App on your smart phone for updates and to book tickets from your mobile. To find out what other exciting promotions Ster-Kinekor has on offer, visit www.sterkinekor.com or sterkinekor.mobi. Follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or Ster-Kinekor Theatres on Facebook. For queries, call Ticketline on 0861 MOVIES (668 437) or book at the box office.

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Superheroes Clash #BatmanvSuperman @SterKinekor #IMAX #whoWillWIN

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Pitting two of the world’s greatest superheroes in a showdown can only be truly appreciated in the world’s most immersive cinematic experience. Bookings for one of 2016’s most anticipated films, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, are now open. For super-fans of DC Comics’ superheroes, the very best way to watch this blockbuster is in Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX® theatres. Watching the movie in IMAX has a further benefit – you may be lucky and receive a limited edition Batman v Superman keychain, but only while stocks last. The film, which releases countrywide on Thursday, 24 March, can also be seen in the luxury of the Cine Prestige 3D cinemas at select sites, and at all Ster-Kinekor cinemas.

The IMAX 3D release of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice has been digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of an IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images coupled with IMAX's customised theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are a superhero and a part of all the action playing out on the big screen.

Director Zack Snyder elected to shoot select scenes of the film using IMAX’s high-resolution cameras. As a result, those watching the film exclusively in IMAX theatres will view these sequences as they expand vertically to fill the entire IMAX screen, delivering greater scope and breath-taking image quality for a truly immersive experience. In all the Ster-Kinekor IMAX theatres, these IMAX-shot scenes will expand up to a 1.9:1 aspect ratio (the proportional relationship between an image’s width and its height), resulting in audiences enjoying 26% more of the image than on a standard cinema screen.

Directed by Zack Snyder, Bruce Wayne/Batman (Ben Affleck) and Clark Kent/Superman (Henry Cavill) share the screen with Amy Adams and Diane Lane, who return as Lois Lane and Martha Kent respectively, and Gal Gadot as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman. This Warner Bros./DC Entertainment co-production is penned by David S. Goyer and Chris Terrio.

Synopsis – Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Following his titanic struggle against General Zod, Metropolis has been razed to the ground and Superman is the most controversial figure in the world. While for many he is still an emblem of hope, a growing number of people consider him a threat to humanity, seeking justice for the chaos he has brought to Earth. As far as Bruce Wayne is concerned, Superman is clearly a danger to society. He fears for the future of the world with such a reckless power left ungoverned, and so he dons his mask and cape to right Superman's wrongs. The rivalry between them is furious, fueled by bitterness and vengeance, and nothing can dissuade them from waging this war. However, a dark new threat arises in the form of a third man: one who has a power greater than either of them to endanger the world and cause total destruction.

View the trailer here: http://bit.ly/1pnncZX

Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX® theatres are at the following cinema complexes: Gateway in Durban, Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth, Cape Gate in Cape Town, The Grove Mall in Pretoria, Cradlestone Mall in Krugersdorp and now at Eastgate in Johannesburg.

For more information on Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice in Ster-Kinekor, IMAX® 3D and Cine Prestige 3D cinemas, download the Ster-Kinekor App on your smart phone for updates and to book tickets from your mobile. Visit www.sterkinekor.com or sterkinekor.mobi. Follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or Ster-Kinekor Theatres on Facebook. For queries, call Ticketline on 0861 MOVIES (668 437) or book at the box office.

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#SouthAfrica Sixth IMAX @SterKinekor Opens up with #TheForceAwakensSA

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Following the ongoing success of The IMAX Experience® at five popular Ster-Kinekor sites – Gateway in Durban, The Grove Mall in Pretoria, Cape Gate in Cape Town, Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth and Cradlestone Mall in Krugersdorp – the country’s leading cinema chain officially launched its sixth IMAX® theatre on 15 December.

Star Wars super-fan on the black carpet

Joburg movie audiences can now enjoy the world’s most immersive cinematic experience in the 375-seat IMAX® theatre, which forms part of the new Ster-Kinekor state-of-the-art, ten cinema complex on the rooftop of Eastgate Shopping Centre. Built as a bespoke IMAX theatre, this cinema boasts the biggest screen of all six IMAX theatres across South Africa.

The IMAX theatre played host to the Official South African Special Event Screening of the highly anticipated Star Wars: The Force Awakens: An IMAX 3D Experience. The more than 300 attendees – VIP guests, celebrities, media and Star Wars ‘super fans’ (suitably dressed for the occasion) – settled into the brand new IMAX seats and marveled at the impressive, ceiling to floor and wall to wall screen. Following speeches by the film’s distributor, The Walt Disney Company Africa, Ster-Kinekor and IMAX Corporation representatives, the audience was treated to a movie experience of inter-galactic proportions, as the audience travelled back to a galaxy far, far away…

Wanda Matandela CEO of Ster-Kinekor Theatres & Giovanna Dolci VP Theatre Dev EMEA of IMAX Corp

”At the end of business on Tuesday (15 December), pre-ticket sales for the film across all Ster-Kinekor cinema experiences – IMAX, Cine Prestige 3D and Ster-Kinekor 3D and 2D cinemas – had amassed to 63 200. This figure makes Star Wars: The Force Awakens the film with the second most advance bookings for Ster-Kinekor in recorded history,” says Wanda Matandela, CEO of Ster-Kinekor Theatres.

Fans of The IMAX Experience® at Ster-Kinekor Eastgate are in for a treat over the next few months with the release of a variety of movies for the whole family to enjoy: The Finest Hour; Deadpool; Divergent Series: Allegiant Part 1; Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice and The Jungle Book.

For more information about Ster-Kinekor Eastgate, visit www.sterkinekor.com or sterkinekor.mobi. Download the Ster-Kinekor app on your smart phone for the latest information and to make bookings. To find out about other exciting offerings and promotions, or follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or on Facebook at Ster-Kinekor Theatres. For queries, contact Ticketline on 0861 Movies (668 437). 

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#Johannesburg Movie Lovers having Gala Time @Sterkinekor Eastgate

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Movie lovers are having their wishes fulfilled as the new, state-of-the-art Ster-Kinekor cinema complex at Eastgate has opened its doors. The complex, now situated on the roof level of the shopping centre, houses an IMAX® theatre, two luxurious Cine Prestige 3D cinemas and seven Ster-Kinekor cinemas, two of which are 3D-ready.

Two lounge areas, one exclusively for SK Club members – the SK Club Lounge, offers customers the perfect place to relax with family and friends, both before and after the movie, while exciting new catering offerings, including a range of Pizza Hut pizzas, will satisfy any movie-watching hunger pangs.

“As the country’s leading cinema chain, we are delighted to offer movie fans in Johannesburg and surrounding areas some of the world’s most advanced cinemas. At our wonderful new site here on the rooftop at Eastgate, all ten cinemas feature the latest in digital projection technology, resulting in crystal clear images and perfect surround sound, and luxury cinema seating to enjoy that special big screen experience. All of this will ensure that our audiences enjoy ‘Great Moments at their Greatest’ each time they visit our Eastgate cinemas,” says Wanda Matandela, CEO of Ster-Kinekor Theatres.

Ster-Kinekor has a host of special treats and innovations in store for movie lovers at Eastgate.

Cine Prestige luxury…

These include the two ultra-luxurious Cine Prestige cinemas. Cine Prestige is the ‘business-class’ of cinema, and epitomises film-viewing heaven and pure luxury rolled into one. The two 39-seater Cine Prestige cinemas share an exclusive VIP Lounge area where both tickets and catering can be purchased. Here, customers can order a selection of delicious gourmet platters, coffees, desserts and cakes, the mandatory soft drink and popcorn and, as a new addition, a selection of Fairview wines and craft beers (only served to patrons aged 18 years and older). Customers can also pre-order any of these items to be served to them by the Cine Prestige waiters at their seats inside the cinema.

The large, red leather seats inside the cinemas are fully-reclinable at the touch of a button, and ooze lavish comfort. Each chair has a snack tray for the platters and refreshments, and also includes another Ster-Kinekor first: a refrigerated cup-holder.

SK Club Lounge

If you are a member of Ster-Kinekor’s loyalty programme, SK Club, you have the use of your very own exclusive lounge area – the SK Club Lounge. Here, members can relax and enjoy a range of delicious snacks and drinks from a dedicated catering counter. Here they can order a selection of imported Austrian coffees, desserts, delicious slices of cake to a range of Pizza Hut pizzas including a new Choc Dessert pizza, and frozen yoghurt. For the over-18s, select wines from Fairview Estate and a selection of craft beers can be enjoyed, both before and after the movie.

Catering self-service style

At the self-service catering terminals, customers can order their snacks and combos, and make a payment, before proceeding to the catering counter to collect their order. The introduction of this technology puts the power of choice in the hands of our customers. The self-service terminals provide our customers with a seamless experience when buying movie tickets and snacks, before entering the cinema to sit back and enjoy the latest blockbuster on our big screens.

“An exciting new addition to the catering offering at Ster-Kinekor Eastgate is a range of pizzas from Pizza Hut. There is a choice of eight different toppings available in small and large sizes, including an exotic Choc Dessert pizza to add a sweet touch to your movie date!” comments Matandela.

Loyalty programmes

Movie-goers also enjoy all the benefits and discounts available through membership of Ster-Kinekor and its partners’ loyalty programmes: the SK CLUB, Discovery Vitality and Edgars Club.

The IMAX Experience

Joburg-based IMAX fans can now enjoy the world’s most immersive cinematic experience with the opening of the 375-seater IMAX® theatre, which forms part of the new Ster-Kinekor complex. In the new IMAX theatre, the cinema is fitted with a floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall IMAX screen, the world’s most powerful digital sound system and a dual-projection system for maximum movie immersion. You literally feel as though you are in the movie.

Films releasing at Ster-Kinekor Eastgate during December, in addition to Star Wars: The Force Awakens that screens in both IMAX® 3D and Cine Prestige 3D, include some great titles for the kids in the special ‘Holly-Day-Care’ summer promotion: Snoopy and Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie; The Little Prince; Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road ‘Chip’and The Good Dinosaur. For all the latest movie news and to make bookings, download the SK App on your smart phone – and have all the information you need in the palm of your hand.

For more information about Ster-Kinekor Eastgate, visit www.sterkinekor.com or sterkinekor.mobi. Download the Ster-Kinekor app on your smart phone for the latest information and to make bookings. To find out about other exciting offerings and promotions, or follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or on Facebook at Ster-Kinekor Theatres. For queries, contact Ticketline on 0861 Movies (668 437).

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An Inter-Galactic IMAXPERIENCE @SterKinekor #TheForceAwakensSA #StarWars

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The wait is nearly over… with just a few days to go until the South African release of the highly anticipated Star Wars: The Force Awakens in IMAX® 3D on 16 December 2015. The film releases at Ster-Kinekor cinemas countrywide – including its IMAX and Cine Prestige theatres – two days before its US release. This seventh installment in the Star Wars Saga promises to be an adventure of epic proportions as audiences travel back to a galaxy far, far away!

As Star Wars fever grips South Africa, Ster-Kinekor has announced that advance bookings to watch the film in its IMAX® 3D theatres have reached record levels. To date, more than 34 500 tickets have already been purchased to watch Star Wars: The Force Awakens at Ster-Kinekor cinemas across South Africa.

Of these pre-sales, more than half the tickets – 18 300 (as at 09 December) – are bookings to watch the film in IMAX® 3D, which offers the most immersive cinematic experience in which to watch this latest film in the Star Wars Saga. Come 16 December, Ster-Kinekor estimates that pre-ticket sales across all its cinema offerings – IMAX® 3D, Cine Prestige 3D and in 2D and 3D at all other Ster-Kinekor cinemas – could reach record-breaking levels.

This figure also represents the most advance bookings of any IMAX title for Ster-Kinekor, which is quite an achievement, considering that this number of tickets is spread across only six screens: the IMAX theatres at Gateway in Durban, The Grove in Pretoria, Cape Gate in Cape Town, Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth, Cradlestone Mall in Krugersdorp, and the new IMAX Theatre at Eastgate in Johannesburg.

Star Wars fans of all ages who have followed the saga will now be able to return to that galaxy far, far away, meet new heroes and villains, and welcome back some old friends in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Set 30 years after Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, cinema-goers will be able to delve into the events that transpired after the Rebel Alliance triumphed over the evil Galactic Empire over the forest moon of Endor. 

The IMAX® 3D release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens has been digitally re-mastered into the image and sound quality of an IMAX Experience® with proprietary IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-mastering) technology. The crystal-clear images coupled with IMAX's customised theatre geometry and powerful digital audio, create a unique environment that will make audiences feel as if they are in the movie, and part of the Star WarsTM action. For an experience of universe-sized proportions, witness this adventure unfold in 3D at a Ster-Kinekor IMAX cinema near you. You may also connect with IMAX on Facebook (www.facebook.com/imax), Twitter (www.twitter.com/imax) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/imaxmovies). 

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Ant-Man : Sometimes, big heroes start small @SterKinekor #SouthAfrica

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The release of Marvel’s latest comic book super-hero, Ant-Man, brings one of the founding members of The Avengers to the big screen for the very first time. The film, just released in the USA, shot to the number one spot at the box office, and grossed US $57.23 million in its opening weekend! Now it’s the turn of super-hero fans across South Africa. Being treated to one of this year’s most anticipated Marvel films - before its official release locally – and being able to watch it in 3D on the big screen, in the luxurious comfort of Cine Prestige or in the immersive IMAX® theatre, is a guaranteed five-star night out for any movie fan. Ster-Kinekor is giving you the opportunity to experience Marvel’s Ant-Man first - for one night – on Thursday, 30 July at 8pm.

The film releases nationally in 3D and 2D at Ster-Kinekor cinemas countrywide – including Cine Prestige and IMAX theatres – on Friday, 31 July, and bookings are now open.

From Marvel Studios and director Peyton Reed comes Ant-Man. Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang (aka Ant-Man) must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Dr Hank Pym, to protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world. Having been forced out of his own company by former protégé Darren Cross (Corey Stoll), Dr Pym (Michael Douglas) recruits the talents of Lang (Paul Rudd), a conman just released from prison.

Lang becomes Ant-Man, trained by Pym and armed with a suit that allows him to shrink in size, possess superhuman strength and control an army of ants. The miniature hero must use his new skills to prevent Cross, aka Yellowjacket, from perfecting the same technology and using it as a weapon for evil. Marvel’s Ant-Man also stars Evangeline Lilly as Hope van Dyne, Bobby Cannavale as Paxton, Michael Peña as Luis, Judy Greer as Maggie, Tip ‘Ti’ Harris as Dave, David Dastmalchian as Kurt, Wood Harris as Gale and Jordi Mollà as Castillo.

Peyton Reed directs Marvel’s Ant-Man with Kevin Feige producing and Louis D’Esposito, Alan Fine, Victoria Alonso, Michael Grillo, Edgar Wright and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Marvel’s Ant-Man promises a high-stakes, tension-filled adventure as its blasts its way onto Ster-Kinekor cinemas across South Africa from Friday, 31 July. The running time of the film is 1hr 55 mins, and the classification is still to be confirmed.

‘Ant-Man, while based on a minor deity in Marvel’s pantheon, is not only one of the more entertainingly human fantasies to come out of the studio, but it also defies the bedrock fan-boy aesthetic that you don’t want to merely watch the superhero; you want to be the super hero…’ – Time

Watch the trailer here: http://www.sterkinekor.com/?cinemaID=11#/trailer/7268/IMAX%203D%20-%20Ant-Man/

Seeing Ant-Man in full-on, in-your-face 3D promises an amazing sensory viewing experience – but, be warned, you need to hurry and book your tickets now! The exclusive pre-screening takes place in cinemas at all Ster-Kinekor sites across the country on 30 July for the 20:00 show only.

Ant-Man releases nationally at Ster-Kinekor cinemas on Friday, 31 July. Die-hard IMAX® fans will be pleased to know that Ster-Kinekor is releasing the film in IMAX® 3D in all five of its IMAX® theatres: Gateway in Durban, The Gove in Pretoria, Cape Gate in Cape Town, Baywest in Port Elizabeth and Cradlestone in Krugersdorp. For more information on the exclusive Ant-Man pre-screening and to make bookings, download the Ster-Kinekor App on your smart-phone. To find out what other exciting promotions Ster-Kinekor has on offer, visit www.sterkinekor.com or follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or Facebook at Ster-Kinekor Theatres. For queries, call Ticketline on 0861 MOVIES (668 437) or you can book at the box office. 

 

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@SterKinekor opens #IMAXGauteng Cradlestone Mall #Johannesburg

Hi Guys, 

The normal cinema has been transformed to offer the most immersive cinematic experience as The IMAX Experience® returned to Johannesburg on 2nd July 2015.  Ster-Kinekor officially opened the doors of its fifth IMAX theatre in South Africa, and the first for the Johannesburg area, at its cinema complex at Cradlestone Mall, west of the city.

Exuberant 947 radio personality Anele Mdoda, the MC for the launch evening, welcomed the guests and got proceedings underway. Following speeches by John Sikiotis, Managing Executive of Ster-Kinekor Theatres, and IMAX spokesperson, Giovanni Dolci, VP Theatre Development: EMEA at IMAX Corporation, invited guests were treated to one of the first local screenings of the much-anticipated, sci-fi adventure, Terminator: Genisys in IMAX® 3D. Arnie is definitely back in the circuit!

The opening of this IMAX theater follows the success of The IMAX Experience® at four other Ster-Kinekor sites that have opened during the past year and a half. These include Gateway in Durban, The Grove Mall in Pretoria, Cape Gate in Cape Town, and Baywest Mall in Port Elizabeth that opened in mid-June, as the country’s leading cinema chain continues to bring ‘Great Moments at their Greatest’ to its audiences.

One of the cinemas at Cradlestone Mall has been transformed to accommodate the impressive floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall IMAX screen and superior acoustical treatment. The design of the auditorium and the seating layout ensures a thrilling IMAX experience at every screening, while the cutting-edge, dual-projection system delivers crystal-clear images. Coupled with its customized theater design and powerful digital sound system, IMAX creates a unique cinema environment that makes audiences feel as if they are in the film. 

Fans of IMAX who are based in Johannesburg will be pleased to know that the next IMAX build will also be on their doorstep. Ster-Kinekor and IMAX have confirmed that the sixth theatre will be installed at the completely revamped Ster-Kinekor site at Eastgate shopping mall, which is scheduled to open towards the end of October this year. This latest deal brings Ster-Kinekor’s IMAX commitment to six theatres in under two years.

Since Friday, 03 July, the new IMAX theatre at Cradlestone Mall viewers have started enjoying the screenings of Terminator: Genisys in IMAX 3D. Follow @sterkinekor using the hashtag, #IMAXGAUTENG. With blockbuster titles such as Marvel’s Ant-Man (31 July), Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (07 August) and Everest (18 September) scheduled for IMAX® release in the next few months, IMAX and SterKinekor are looking forward to giving their audiences even ‘greater moments’ on the big IMAX screen.

For more information about Ster-Kinekor and IMAX, download the Ster-Kinekor app on any smart phone for the latest information and to make bookings. To find out about other exciting offerings and promotions, visit www.sterkinekor.com or follow @sterkinekor on Twitter or on Facebook at Ster-Kinekor Theatres. For queries, contact Ticketline on 0861 Movies (668 437).

All the great benefits and discounts that members of the SK CLUB, Discovery Vitality and Edgars Club loyalty programmes enjoy, also apply for films screened in the IMAX theatre.

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