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Memoir of a Snail: Sarah Snook voices, Nick Cave recites in filmmaker's poignant return

After a 15-year hiatus, Adam Elliot’s trademark claymation figures hit the screen again.

Move over Brokenwood, there’s a new murder mystery show in town

The creator of Queenstown-set A Remarkable Place to Die hopes it has a sense of fun.

Blur has grown older and fatter, but this doco shows they’re still rock’n’roll

Two documentaries shot by Toby L offer an intimate look at Britpop icons, Blur.

Sex, drugs and unapologetically political: The entertaining tale of of an anarchic Irish hip-hop group

Entertaining tale of the anarchic Irish hip-hop group that broke taboos

Listener’s Songs of the Week: New tracks by Rita Mae, Dan Kye, Darkside and more

Have a listen to the best of this week's new releases, selected by Listener staff.

Fresh frequencies: New music from The Smile, Jim Nothing and The Hard Quartet reviewed

More Yorke-Greenwood smiles, 80s Kiwi pop echoes and dang good dad rock.

Bearded lady seeking love pulls the wool over cruel husband’s eyes in captivating Rosalie

Rosalie nudges at interesting questions of tolerance, exploitation and self-esteem.

Iranian tale of late life love is an absolute joy

An ageing Iranian couple kindle romance dreams of the good old days.

Sir Ian McKellen on criticism, ageing and still being Gandalf

Recovering from a recent fall, Sir Ian McKellen on why he has no plans to retire.

The local gems on show in this year’s short film festival

Show Me Shorts film festival is underway.

The Impact of Alzheimer’s: Wellington play shines a light on family struggles

Music is a portal to the past in And the Lochburns about a family affected by Alzheimer's.

Music: Sombre undertones and acerbic social commentary from two local acts

New albums from local acts Delaney Davidson, Barry Saunders and Best Bets.

Megalopolis: Essential viewing for Coppola fans, but it’s a bumpy ride

Oh my Godfather! Even Coppola fans will be bewildered by his latest-gold-hued epic.

When Wings gave Paul McCartney a second wind

A documentary filmed at Abbey Road 50 years explores McCartney's post-Beatles career.

Listener’s Songs of the Week: New tracks by Gracie Moller, Jawsh 685, Robinson and more

Have a listen to the best of this week's new releases, selected by Listener staff.

Brad Pitt and George Clooney double act keeps tired plot on track

This is the first time Clooney and Pitt have buddied up since the Ocean’s trilogy.