The biggest movie releases in South Africa this week

October 10, 2016

After a busy rAge weekend and the ifrst of the big holdiay releases, things are starting to get busy for South African gamers.

Still, there’s always time to relax in front of the Silverscreen.

Check out this week’s biggest movie releases below:

Don’t Breathe

Age restriction: 16 LV

Run time: 1hr 28min

Starring: Stephen Lang, Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette

Directed by: Fede Alvarez

Synopsis:

Rocky, a teenage delinquent, wants to run away from her parents with her daughter and boyfriend, Money.

In an attempt to raise cash for their new life, the young thieves plot to burgle a wealthy blind war veteran, who is believed to have a safe in his basement. However, their “foolproof” heist unravels in the most heinous of ways.

Queen of Katwe

Age restriction: PG P

Run time: 2hrs 40min

Starring: Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong’o

Directed by: Mira Nair

Synopsis:

Phiona, a 10-year-old girl from the impoverished slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda meets Robert Katende, a soccer player turned missionary, who empowers children with valuable skills by teaching them chess.

It’s not long before Katende starts mentoring the future chess champion, after recognising her natural aptitude, fighting spirit and extraordinary potential.

Masterminds

Age restriction: TBA

Run time: 1hr 34min

Starring: Kate McKinnon, Kristen Wiig, Zach Galifianakis

Directed by: Jared Hess

Synopsis:

David Ghantt is an ordinary guy, navigating a dull and monotonous life, which finds him driving an armoured vehicle day in and day out.

When the opportunity to escape to his wildest dreams arrives on a silver platter, courtesy of a flirtatious work crush, he’s lured into planning a bank heist to last a lifetime… that is, if he can survive his team of halfwits and double-crossers.

Andre Rieu 2016 Maastricht Concert

Age restriction: A

Run time: 3hrs 0min

Starring: Andre Rieu

Directed by: N/A

Synopsis:

Staged in the medieval town square of Andre Rieu’s Dutch hometown, the 2016 Maastricht Concert is set to be the biggest and most spectacular yet, featuring ‘The King of Waltz’ in his element with support from his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, sopranos, tenors and special guests.

Enjoy an unforgettable and magical musical experience and cinema event.