The first weekend of April brings a variety of big screen experiences to Brisbane, from anime classics to gritty French dramas and cult favourites. Whether you’re in the mood for animation, action, or something avant-garde, here’s what’s new in cinemas from April 4 to 6, 2025.
Friday, April 4
Ghost in the Shell (1995)
Five Star Cinemas (New Farm)
A restored screening of the iconic cyberpunk anime that shaped the genre. Follow Major Motoko Kusanagi as she investigates cybercrime in a futuristic Japan.
Rating: 6.4/10 IMDb
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Saturday, April 5
La Haine
Five Star Cinemas (New Farm)
Mathieu Kassovitz’s searing black-and-white portrait of racial tension and police violence in the Parisian suburbs returns to the big screen.
Rating: 8.1/10 IMDb
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Wicked
Upper Kedron Recreation Reserve
Enjoy an open-air cinema experience with this musical retelling of the Wicked Witch of the West’s origin story. Presented as part of Brisbane’s outdoor film program.
Rating: 7.5/10 IMDb
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Sunday, April 6
The Big Lebowski
Five Star Cinemas (New Farm)
The Dude abides! The Coen brothers’ cult comedy returns for another round of misadventures, bowling, and mistaken identity.
Rating: 8.1/10 IMDb
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From underground classics to cult favourites and big-screen nostalgia, this weekend’s film offerings are perfect for cinephiles, casual viewers, and everyone in between. Check showtimes and book ahead—some sessions may sell out quickly.
