Eat.Sleep.Movie.Repeat
A Podcast about Movies from Cathay Cinemas Kerikeri And Lido Cinema Hamilton. Brent Harbour and Industry Insider Ross Churchouse talk about Classic Movies, New Releases and make Box Office Predictions!
Eat.Sleep.Movie.Repeat
Two Movie Nerds Take Stock Of A Turbulent Year
A year that felt like a cliffhanger deserved a finale with stakes. We open with a candid pulse check on the film industry—streamer chess moves, lawsuits on the horizon, and a box office that held steady only because a few heavy hitters carried the load. From there, we dive into what actually moved audiences. Nuremberg, anchored by a commanding Russell Crowe, started quiet and gathered steam as word spread about its historical accuracy and gripping tension. Then we champion our sleeper of the season: The Housemaid. With Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried trading sharp, twisty turns, this psychological thriller begins with restraint and ends with crowd-pleasing catharsis—the kind of movie people push their friends to see.
Of course, the blue elephant in the room is Avatar: Fire and Ash. We unpack the buzz, the 3D spectacle, the Ash People conflict, and the simple reality that three-plus-hour epics ask for both time and ticket money. Will the scale win out over fatigue? We put real numbers on the line with a tie-breaking bet. Along the way, we spotlight current and upcoming options: Christmas Karma’s modern Dickens spin, Ella McKay’s scrappy political dramedy, Sadie Frost’s bright-eyed Twiggy doc, and a slate of 2026 titles ranging from meta-comedy remakes to heartfelt music dramas and smart sci-fi. We also celebrate New Zealand’s top earners, including a homegrown triumph in Tina and the crowd-power of live-action reimaginings and gaming IP.
It wasn’t all hits. We share best-of lists that balance franchise thrills with tender indies, then get honest about the letdowns—reboots that missed the spark and superhero entries that felt tired. The throughline is simple: audiences reward clarity, character, and craft, even when budgets are tight. Cinema still shines when the room is cool, the lights go down, and a story earns your attention. Join us for a season wrap that’s frank, hopeful, and packed with recommendations. If you enjoyed the conversation, follow the show, share it with a movie-loving friend, and leave a quick review—what film surprised you most this year?
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