Cinemas across Brisbane light up this week with the biggest blockbuster of the year, alongside indie gems and a stocking full of Christmas classics. Whether you’re returning to Pandora or catching a festive favourite at the Barracks, there’s something fresh to enjoy on the silver screen.
Opening This Week
Avatar: Fire and Ash
In cinemas from 18 December
James Cameron invites audiences back to Pandora for the third chapter in his epic saga. Jake Sully and Neytiri encounter the “Ash People,” a new clan of Na’vi who wield fire, challenging everything they know about their world. Catch it at Limelight, Palace (James St, Barracks), Cinebar Rosalie, United Eldorado, Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne, South Bank), Five Star Cinemas, and HOYTS.
The History of Sound
In cinemas from 18 December
Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor star in this poignant romance drama. Set during World War I, two young men set out to record the voices and sounds of their countrymen, discovering a deep connection along the way. Catch it at Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt), Palace, Dendy Coorparoo, and Five Star Cinemas.
Bha Bha Ba
In cinemas from 18 December
A new release hitting the big screens this festive season. Catch it at Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mt Gravatt, Springfield), HOYTS, and United Eldorado.
Christmas Specials
Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker
In cinemas 20 December
The definitive Christmas ballet, captured live from Covent Garden. Catch it at Palace Barracks.
Home Alone
In cinemas 21 December
“KEVIN!” Relive the holiday classic with the family. Catch it at Five Star Cinemas Graceville.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
In cinemas 22 December
Tim Burton’s stop-motion masterpiece returns for a dark and delightful holiday treat. Catch it at Palace Barracks.
GOMA: Japanese Classics
Special screenings at the Gallery of Modern Art
- Akanishi Kakita – 19 Dec
- Tange Sazen and the Pot Worth a Million Ryō – 19 Dec
Still Showing
Wicked: For Good
The musical phenomenon continues its run across all major Brisbane cinemas.
Zootopia 2
Judy and Nick are still on the case at Event, Palace, Cineplex, and Five Star locations.
Ella McCay
James L. Brooks’ latest dramedy continues at Event Cinemas, Palace, and Dendy.
From the fires of Pandora to the nostalgia of holiday classics, Brisbane’s cinemas are packed with incredible stories this week. Grab some popcorn and enjoy a screening near you.