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PODCAST

Eat.Sleep.Movie.Repeat

Brent Harbour and Ross Churchouse

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!

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

14:25

Box Office Reality Checks And A Hindi Vampire Romp

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2025/10/22

Sunburns, cricket, and school holidays are stealing attention, but the big screen is about to fight back. We open the door on a quieter week in Cinema Land and dig into what actually pulls people off the couch: clear promises, smart timing, and the thrill of a cool, dark room with M&Ms in hand. Our box office game gets real as we reconcile a surprising data point—Taylor Swift’s latest cinema event underdelivered versus the Eras juggernaut, despite topping the global weekend. We unpack why...

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21:47

Swift Surprise, Spinal Laughs, Avatar Waves

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2025/10/02

A small victory can change the mood of a whole week. We open by settling our Bad Guys 2 bet, then swing straight into the real work of programming after the school holidays: choosing films that spark curiosity, fill seats, and feel worth the trip. That means championing a few special titles, passing on others (for now), and crafting a lineup that plays to our audience’s taste without playing it safe. First up: The Ballad of Wallace Island, a heartfelt British comedy with festival praise and ...

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16:51

School Holiday Movie Madness: What to Watch This Season

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2025/09/21

Economic headwinds continue battering the cinema landscape as we head into the school holiday season. Even star-studded films like "The Roses" featuring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Coleman are struggling to meet box office expectations, despite strong word-of-mouth driving second-week attendance. What's behind this trend? Is it the R-rating limiting audience size, broader economic factors, or perhaps shifting viewer preferences? Relief may be coming with the wave of family-friendly relea...

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19:33

New Releases Offer Hope Amid Industry Struggles

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2025/09/04

Movie theaters across New Zealand are facing a puzzling paradox. Quality films with strong reviews aren't drawing audiences like they used to, and Liam Neeson's recent comedy "The Naked Gun" perfectly illustrates this challenge. Despite excellent marketing, positive word-of-mouth, and an impressive 88% approval rating, the film struggled to break $336,000 at the New Zealand box office while performing significantly better worldwide. What's happening to our cinema attendance? It's not that mo...

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23:22

What Makes Us Go to the Movies When Times Are Hard?

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2025/08/20

Movie theaters are battling their toughest economic climate since the pandemic. Box office numbers are startlingly low – Stephen King's "The Life of Chuck" brought in just $71,000 on opening weekend, a fraction of what would normally be expected. For every cinema opening globally, five are closing as audiences tighten their belts and reconsider entertainment spending. What makes us choose the big screen experience in 2024? We break down the five critical factors: timing (theaters aren't sell...

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12:59

Horror's Decline and Hollywood's Hope: A Deep Dive...

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2025/08/05

Are movie theaters dying or just evolving? That's the question at the heart of our latest deep dive into cinema's current landscape. While studios continue to release films at a breakneck pace, getting audiences through the doors remains the industry's biggest challenge. Horror films are particularly struggling in New Zealand, with the latest "I Know What You Did Last Summer" installment earning a disappointing $112,000 despite the return of original stars Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Lov...

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19:39

Movie Magic & Box Office Battles: When Dinosaurs Rule...

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2025/07/20

The dinosaurs have roared back to life at the box office, and Hollywood might finally be catching its breath. This week we're celebrating Jurassic World Rebirth's spectacular performance - a whopping $2.3 million in New Zealand alone and $335 million globally. After months of underwhelming theatrical releases, this prehistoric powerhouse signals what could be a turning point for cinema attendance. Our prediction battle continues with Brendan extending his winning streak to three consecutive ...

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20:52

Farewell Jaffas: The Sweet Apocalypse Hits Movie...

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2025/07/06

Movie theaters find themselves at a fascinating crossroads where critical acclaim doesn't necessarily translate to box office success. Disney Pixar's Elio has become their worst opening film worldwide despite positive reviews, while horror sequel Megan 2.0 and the new Karate Kid reboot similarly struggle to find their audiences. This troubling trend reveals how quickly major cinema chains reduce screenings after just one disappointing week, creating a downward spiral where films become increa...

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17:41

Box Office Blunders: Female-Led Action Films...

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2025/06/21

Why do critically acclaimed female-led action films struggle at the box office? This question takes center stage as we dig into the surprising commercial failure of "Ballerina," the Ana de Armas-starring John Wick spin-off that opened to a mere $363,730 despite strong reviews. The film's underwhelming performance highlights a troubling pattern for female action heroes on the big screen. From "Atomic Blonde" to the Alicia Vikander "Tomb Raider" reboot and recent "Mad Max: Furiosa," we examine...

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17:52

Box Office Battles and French Film Delights

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2025/06/05

The theatrical landscape continues its fascinating evolution as major studio releases compete with festival fare and streaming exclusives. We kick off with our regular box office predictions segment, where Mission Impossible's latest installment has performed admirably with a $1.44 million haul. While not reaching the heights some predicted, it demonstrates the franchise's enduring appeal and the emerging pattern of films finding their audience through word-of-mouth rather than opening weeken...

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17:02

Thunderbolts, Tina, and Tom Cruise's Last Run

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2025/05/19

The latest "Eat Sleep Movie Repeat" conversation takes us on an exciting journey through cinema's present and future as Brent and Ross dive into box office predictions, upcoming releases, and the remarkable success story of New Zealand film. The friendly competition between our hosts continues with Brent edging ahead 5-4 in their box office prediction battle after correctly anticipating Thunderbolts' New Zealand performance. Though falling slightly short of the million-dollar mark with $935,...

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19:58

The Marvel Comeback: Thunderbolts & the Future of...

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2025/05/03

When rain falls, cinema seats fill—regardless of what's showing. This simple truth provided a much-needed boost to theaters during recent school holidays, as film industry insiders Brent Harbour and Ross Churchhouse discuss in their latest conversation. The duo unpacks how weather patterns directly impact box office results, creating unexpected winners and unfortunate timing casualties among current releases. "The Penguin Lessons," featuring Steve Coogan, became one such victim of circumstan...

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14:38

Minecraft Shatters Predictions! Including ours, we...

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2025/04/20

The Minecraft movie has delivered a seismic shock to the cinema industry, crushing all box office predictions with an astounding $2.99 million opening weekend in New Zealand alone. After months of challenging theatrical returns, this blockbuster adaptation of the beloved game has breathed new life into theaters nationwide, with global earnings exceeding $300 million in its first frame. The film is rapidly closing in on Tina's position as the highest-grossing film of the year in New Zealand, w...

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20:38

Box Office Battles and Blockbuster Predictions: The...

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2025/04/06

Snow White's troubled journey to theaters reveals the growing chasm between online discourse and actual audience experiences. After enduring an 18-month hate campaign before release, Disney's remake scored a brutal 1.6 on IMDB while simultaneously earning a respectable 74% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. We discuss what this means for the studio and the film industry at large as Disney conducts "serious soul-searching" to recover from underwhelming box office numbers. Looking ahead to bri...

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20:38

Why Are We Still Afraid of Snow White?

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2025/03/23

The magic of cinema continues to thrive despite economic challenges, as Ross and Brent explore in this captivating episode examining the current state of moviegoing. When looking at cinema affordability, they reveal a surprising fact - while nearly everything else has dramatically increased in price over 25 years, movie tickets have seen relatively modest increases. In 2000, tickets ranged from $9-15, while today they typically cost between $17-25 - making movies still one of the most accessi...

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22:23

How did our Oscar predictions go? Slight hint..not...

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2025/03/09

The Oscar results are in, and we're breaking down the winners, surprises, and what they reveal about the changing landscape of cinema. As "Anora" claimed both Best Picture and Best Director, we're witnessing what appears to be a generational shift in the Academy's voting patterns – younger members are changing what gets recognized, signaling an evolution in filmmaking that will shape the next decade of cinema. Meanwhile, New Zealand film "Tina" is shattering box office expectations, already ...

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18:04

Oscars Predictions, Kiwi Underdogs, and Box Office...

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2025/02/22

Brent and Ross explore the excitement of Oscar season, revealing box office performances of recent releases and diving deep into predictions for the upcoming awards. With heartfelt discussions about emotional films like "Tina" and the latest hot titles, they offer insights and analysis that resonate with movie lovers everywhere. • Analysis of last week’s box office performance • In-depth discussion about "Tina" and audience reactions • Highlights of upcoming films like "10 Lives"...

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21:08

Hollywood Highlights and Social Media Storms

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2025/02/06

This episode explores the latest films set to hit theaters in February, including discussions about box office predictions and the intersection of film and current events. Hosts Brent and Ross dive into the nuances of cinematic storytelling, review several new releases, and critique social media's impact on film reception. • Analysis of upcoming release “September 5” and its historical context • Insights into the romantic comedy “Anora” and its appeal • Spotlight on the documenta...

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14:23

Box Office Predictions, Bob Dylan Biopic Buzz, and...

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2025/01/31

This episode explores the dynamic cinema landscape at the start of 2025, highlighting current Oscar contenders and the effects of weather on film attendance. Brent and Ross discuss upcoming films, predictions for box office success, and the anticipation surrounding popular releases.• Discussing weather's impact on movie attendance • Analyzing current Oscar contenders and surprises • Review of A Complete Unknown: Bob Dylan Biopic • A romantic snapshot in We Live in Time • I...

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26:27

Middle-earth Magic, New Superman Casting, and 2025...

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2024/12/22

Imagine an evening where the magic of Middle-earth comes alive under the stars of New Zealand. We share our unforgettable experience attending the New Zealand premiere of the animated "Lord of the Rings" in Hamilton, followed by an enchanting night at Hobbiton. This new 2D anime-style adaptation struck a chord with not only anime lovers but also longtime fans of Tolkien's universe, offering a fresh yet nostalgic thrill. As we wrap up the year, we celebrate the unexpected box office triumph of...

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