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Time Out
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Get ready for movie nights: Carletonville's cinema is coming back with a bang
West Rand movie lovers, here is some good news: the Kine Cinema Carletonville is reopening. The cinema will officially open on Saturday, August 31st, making it the perfect treat for the end of the month. Locals can look forward to watching films produced and shot in Carletonville. The cinema, which has been inactive for over ten years, will open with the premieres of two films produced by Thabo 'Mahavatar' Ramaine: Game Changers and Hidden Clause. Thabo expressed his excitement about the reopening of the cinema. "It's an amazing cinema, a state-of-the-art. It is a beautiful space with a restaurant, bar, and food court," Thabo tells Time Out Johannesburg. He says that only white people previously used it during apartheid, and it was later not well-maintained, forcing it to close. "It was used before for events, but then it was later closed. Now we are trying to revive it." Speaking about his films, Thabo, who started producing films in 2016, says Game Changers is "about a journey of young people who are creatives, but also who are hustlers." "The film tells a story of young people who are vulnerable, but also have big dreams. They use art to shift the dynamics of their community," says the producer. Thabo says he is also honoured that his films are exposing local talent. "In Game Changers, I feature a lot of local talent," he says proudly. Thabo says viewers can also expect to be entertained by the pantsula dance featured in the film. " It is also a film that revolves around movement, around dance." Speaking about his other film, Thabo says it is all about the pain of betrayal. "It is also about the mental war and battle". He says the film features local talent from Carletonville and new actors. Tickets are R80 and you can purchase popcorn, sweets and soft drinks. See the trailers for the films below: 🛏️ Where to stay in Johannesburg 🏨 The best hotels in Johannesburg 🍽 The best restaurants in Johannesburg 🍺 The best pubs and bars in Johannesburg
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Carletonville cinema reopens with premiere of local film Game Changers
Carletonville's long-silent cinema at the Sports Complex is about to burst back to life, thanks to the highly anticipated local film Game Changers. The premiere, set for Friday, August 30, is being hailed as a major boost for the entertainment culture in Merafong. The project is the brainchild of local producer and director Thabo 'Mahavatar' Ramaine, who filmed Game Changers earlier this year. The production recently enjoyed a private screening at Elijah Barayi, attended by the cast and crew, and is now ready to wow the public. 'This is going to be something special for our community,' says Ramaine. 'We want film lovers to come out, support the launch, and be part of history.' Tickets are already on sale and excitement has been growing following the release of the official trailer. Ramaine says audiences can expect more than just a movie – this is a revival of local storytelling and a celebration of homegrown talent. The premiere marks a significant moment for Carletonville, offering residents not only an exclusive cinema experience but also a chance to rally behind local creatives and their stories.
