Enjoy these classic movies for just R50 at select Ster-Kinekor cinemas
March 2025 – Ster-Kinekor’s Throwback Cinema movie line-up for April celebrates four fantastic films three of which are celebrating milestone release anniversaries. They have certainly stood the test of time and are therefore all worthy of another viewing. And, with tickets at the classic price of just R50, what’s not to enjoy?
The movie titles for Throwback Cinema in April, include: Shrek from 04 April and the celebration of the 15th anniversary of The Social Network from 11 April. Releasing on 18 April is the 20th anniversary of the much-loved animation classic Madagascar; and the 30th anniversary of Jumanji releases from 25 April.
“Our Throwback Cinema titles are proving to be a very popular option to watch some classics on the big screen again. The April line-up includes some really special films featuring some big stars, to enjoy either as repeat viewing or for a first-time cinema experience,” says Lynne Wylie, chief marketing officer at Ster-Kinekor Theatres.
First up, releasing on Friday 04 April, is the evergreen and ever-lovable animation film, Shrek, which first released in 2001. A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back. The film is voiced by big Hollywood stars including Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz and John Lithgow. The original Shrek movie is a definite must-see during Throwback Cinema in April, and just in time for the school holidays – and a new audience of youngsters to enjoy the wild capers of Shrek, Fiona and the gang!
The greatest fairytale never told!
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Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year is the docudrama The Social Network, which follows the launch of Facebook – it’s hard to believe that the platform that is now such an integral part of social media today was only launched 21 years ago. The history of Facebook traces its growth from a college networking site to a global social networking service. It was launched as TheFacebook in 2004 and renamed Facebook in 2005. Initially limited to Harvard students, by 2006 anyone with a valid email address, 13 or older, could access the platform.
The film follows Harvard student Mark Zuckerberg who creates the social networking site that would become known as Facebook. Along the way, he is sued by the twins who claimed he stole their idea and by the co-founder who was later squeezed out of the business. Releasing on 11 April, the film is directed by David Fincher, and stars Jesse Eisenberg as Zuckerberg, together with Andrew Garfield and Justin Timberlake.
You don’t get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies
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It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years since the original Madagascar animated film was released. To celebrate this anniversary, Ster-Kinekor is inviting fans new and old to join the original crew including Alex, Marty, Melman, Gloria, Julien, and Maurice, as they escape from their New York zoo and set off on a crazy adventure to the weird and wonderful island of Madagascar, where they must adjust to life in the wild. The film, directed by Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath, features the well-known voices of Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, David Schwimmer, Sacha Baron Cohen and Cedric The Entertainer, among others. Don’t miss the chance to watch Madagascar again, from 18 April at selected cinemas.
They’re out of the zoo without a clue
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Rounding off the list of Throwback Cinema titles for April is the supernatural fantasy adventure film, Jumanji, releasing on 25 April. When two kids find and play a magical board game, they release a man who has been trapped inside it for decades – together with a host of dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. The film, directed by Joe Johnson, stars the late and great Robin Willians, Kirsten Dunst and Bonnie Hunt.
Roll the dice and unleash the excitement!
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Also, during April, three classic films from the 1960s will be released as part of Throwback Cinema, only at Rosebank Nouveau in Johannesburg. Releasing with Shrek on 04 April is the timeless, 1965 romantic war classic, Doctor Zhivago. Winner of five Oscars, the film was directed by David Lean and stars Omar Sharif, Julie Christie and Geraldine Chaplin, and features the beautiful theme tune, Lara’s Theme. The film follows the life of a Russian physician and poet, Dr Yuri Zhivago, who, although married to his cousin, falls in love with a political activist’s wife, while experiencing hardships during World War I and the October Revolution. When he and Lara meet again years later, the spark of love reignites.
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The epic classic film, Lawrence of Arabia, first released in 1962, makes its way back to the big screen from 18 April. The film tells the story of T.E. Lawrence, the English officer who successfully united and led the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes during World War I in order to fight the Turks. With seven Oscars to its name, including Best Picture and Best Director for David Lean, the film stars Peter O’Toole, Sir Alec Guiness, Omar Sharif and Anthony Quinn.
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The final classic film, the 1963 war drama based on a true story, The Great Escape, releases at Rosebank Nouveau on 25 April. The Nazis, exasperated by the number of escapes from their prison camps by a relatively small number of Allied prisoners, relocate them to a high-security ‘escape-proof’ camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the Allied officers plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II. Directed by John Sturges, the film’s line-up of stars includes Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough, Charles Bronson, James Coburn, James Donald and Donald Pleasence.
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While the weather may be turning colder, the line-up of Throwback Cinema films during May provide the perfect excuse to spend a few cosy hours in the cinema, watching these classics. First up, from 02 May, is The Patriot; the 2006 adventure Night at the Museum releases on 09 May; the legal drama Philadelphia featuring Bruce Springsteen’s haunting Streets of Philadelphia soundtrack is on the big screen from 16 May, followed by the release of the 1991 iconic movie Thelma & Louise from 23 May. The 40th anniversary of the coming-of-age teen drama, The Breakfast Club, is celebrated on the big screen with its release on 30 May.
Throwback Cinema titles are screened at the following Ster-Kinekor sites: Sandton, Mall of Africa, Eastgate, Cresta and Rosebank Nouveau in Johannesburg; Irene and The Grove in Tshwane; Vaal in Vanderbijlpark; Mooirivier in Potchefstroom; Gateway and Shelly Beach in KZN; Baywest in Gqeberha; Somerset Mall in Somerset West; and Blue Route, Cavendish, V&A Waterfront, Capegate and Tygervalley in Cape Town, giving audiences an even wider opportunity to enjoy the great line-up of classic films.
All tickets for Throwback Cinema titles are only R50. Book at www.sterkinekor.com or download the SK App on your smartphone. For news and updates, go to Facebook: Ster-Kinekor Theatres | follow Ster-Kinekor on Twitter: @Ster-Kinekor. For all queries, call Ticketline on 0861-Movies (668 437).