Seven new movies open in South Africa today, so there should be at least one flick to tickle your fancy. Last Updated: May 10, 2013

Pensioner-centric The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel probably won’t be a top viewing priority for regular The Movies readers, unless you have a serious appreciation of veteran British acting talent. If you’re considering a movie date with your mom or gran, though, then this mildly saucy, but otherwise inoffensive, comedy drama is a perfect option. This said, The Best Exotic Marigold …

Six new films release today, which also marks the start of the Easter school holidays in KZN and the Cape provinces. So, first up for the sprogs and their parents we have… The Lorax: Screening in 3D and 2D is this animated adaptation of Dr Suess’s eco-conscious comedy adventure. Zac Efronvoices an idealistic tween who lives in a 100% artificial, …

Director David Fincher’s Oscar nominated English language adaptation of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is one of the best films on circuit currently. However, like I mentioned in my review, it is remarkably unflinching when it comes to the story’s more graphic scenes. And trust me, they are graphic. India’s Central Board of Film Certification had previously requested that 5 …

So the world economy is crashing down around us and our local currency is tanking miserably,  things are pretty much doom and gloom at the moment. However there is a silver lining to all of this. Yes game prices are going through the roof but actually getting into gaming has now become cheaper in South Africa than anywhere else in …