Keeping Up With NZ

23/05/2026

We had the pleasure of attending an exclusive IMAX preview screening of The Mandalorian and Grogu.

Check out what we thought of the latest Star Wars adventure.

Thanks and

19/05/2026

Find out what happened at the first 4 Kids show

Check out Stamptown 4 Kidz in Wellington on Saturday, 23rd May

08/05/2026

After the disaster that was the 2021 Mortal Kombat, I was hoping the sequel could finally redeem the franchise… and while it’s definitely an improvement, it still doesn’t quite land.

The action is bigger, louder, bloodier, and packed with fan service, but there’s still very little emotional weight or real stakes to make the fights truly hit.

Karl Urban steps in as fan-favourite Johnny Cage, bringing plenty of charisma and star power, even if the fight scenes don’t fully showcase the physicality the role needs. Meanwhile, Josh Lawson absolutely steals the movie again as Kano, delivering the funniest lines with his sarcastic, foul-mouthed energy. His chemistry with Urban is easily one of the film’s highlights.

The fatalities are brutal, the powers are over-the-top, and longtime fans of the games will probably have a blast spotting all the references. Mortal Kombat II fully embraces the chaos and ridiculousness of the franchise — for better and worse.

Hardcore fans will likely enjoy seeing these characters brought to life, but everyone else may walk away feeling a little underwhelmed.

Mortal Kombat II is in NZ cinemas now.

04/05/2026

Happy Star Wars Day from our snack table. May the Fourth Be With You 👋

04/05/2026

The Sheep Detectives surprised us with its wit, warmth and woolly twists. Big thumbs up from our flock 🐏🐑 for this baaaaarilliant whodunnit 🔍

Read our review on keepingupwithnz.com or click the link in our bio.
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03/05/2026

We really loved The Sheep Detectives 🐑 starting Hugh Jackman and a star filled voice cast (including our very own Rhys Darby)! Don't miss this surprisingly deep but fun whodunnit with a woolly twist.

The Sheep Detectives is out in NZ cinemas from 7th May.

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Sheep Detectives, based on Leonie Swann’s 2005 novel Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Story, is an absolute revelation. What could have been

26/04/2026

Another amazing in Auckland.

This year, stepped things up, bringing Doctor Doom to life in full force.

Massive thanks to .industries for crafting the incredible mask and gauntlets — the detail was next level. And a huge shoutout to for the custom cape, tunic, and chest plate that tied it all together perfectly.

26/04/2026

The much anticipated biopic, Michael is out in NZ cinemas but does it deliver on music, performances and insight into the life of the King of Pop?

24/04/2026

Ready with my sidekick for

21/04/2026

It's here! Our youngest reviewers give their verdict on And Juliet New Zealand .

Check out G & T Productions & Juliet while you can:

Auckland Live Civic Theatre until 3 May
Wellington's St James Theatre from 9-24th May
Christchurch's Isaac Royal Theatre from 30 May until 13 June