Based on the character from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, “Wonka” is the origin story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka of the Roald Dahl story. Video / Warner Brothers Pictures
The 2017 Shortland Street cliffhanger brought the drama
Ben Stiller's The Secret Life of Walter Mitty represents a more serious style of comedy for the director-actor best known for hits like of Zoolander and Tropic Thunder. Stiller and co-star Kristen Wiig talked to Russell Baillie about the new movie, which is also a radical remake of the 1947 Danny Kaye classic.
The next four Avatar films will be made in New Zealand, with former Prime Minister Sir John Key saying the investment would be "significant" - a minimum of $500 million. Video / File
Scott Maclachlan, Lorde's manager, talks about Grammy hopes, where her remarkable career goes next -- and who else is on his books; young dance music promoter Keegan Fepuleai shares his plans for an Auckland clubland documentary; and the legendary Shayne Carter explains why he decided to start from scratch and do the unexpected with his forthcoming "piano album".
Brian Fantana (Paul Rudd) sits in for Ron Burgundy in this very special edition of RON BURGUNDY'S GUIDE TO THE WORLD, where he tells you everything you need to know about New Zealand. courtesy ParamountNZ.
Check out a preview for next year's Shortland Street comeback on TV2.
Check out the official first trailer from Godzilla, a blockbuster that pits the world's most famous monster against malevolent creatures who, bolstered by humanity's scientific arrogance, threaten our very existence. Due for release in May.
Watch the 2013 Rialto Channel New Zealand Film Awards again in full, also featuring winner interviews from the Rialto Channel's Francesca Rudkin.
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Behind the scenes video of Mt Eden working on a orchestral version of Sierra Leone with Larry Gold.
Mt Eden promote their upcoming tour with a behind the scenes video.
Check out the trailer for Downton Abbey's upcoming two-hour Christmas special.
A Tribute to Paul Walker. Paul Walker's family appreciates the outpouring of love and goodwill from his many fans and friends. They have asked, in lieu of flowers or other gifts, that donations please be made to Paul's charity Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW). Source/YouTube
Check out the new trailer for The Amazing Spider-Man: Rise of Electro, due in New Zealand cinemas on April 17.
The Rolling Stones are coming back to New Zealand for one show in April. Keith Richards has a message for fans.
Jessica Mauboy comes into the NZ Herald studios to discuss her upcoming album, The Sapphires and what she thinks of Stan Walker.
As the stars arrived for the red carpet premiere of the second in The Hobbit trilogy - The Desolation of Smaug - Kiwis in Los Angeles who didn't make it to the Dolby theatre gathered at the Beverley Hilton for a party of their own.
Air New Zealand's latest Hobbit themed aircraft touched down in Los Angeles this morning to great anticipation and much fanfare. The 777-300 featuring a 54-metre Smaug the dragon emblazoned across both sides arrived earlier today ahead of the premiere this evening of the second instalment of The Hobbit trilogy - The Desolation of Smaug.
The Biblical Noah suffers visions of an apocalyptic deluge and takes measures to protect his family from the coming flood. Courtesy: YouTube/Paramount Pictures
The 'Book of New Zealand' tells the story of how New Zealand has inspired the epic landscapes behind Sir Peter Jackson's The Hobbit Trilogy. Academy Award winning production designer Dan Hennah explains how the gigantic pop-up book was conceived in New Zealand then shipped and installed in Los Angeles.
The 'Book of New Zealand' -- the world's biggest pop-up book installed on-site at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles to celebrate the world premiere of 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' on December 2, it features original sets and effects from 'The Hobbit' Trilogy, representing four of the principal filming locations and the featured New Zealand landscapes.
Two giant eagles, one giving Gandalf the wizard a ride, have been unveiled at Wellington's airport.
Two giant eagles, one giving Gandalf the wizard a ride, have been unveiled at Wellington's airport today. The massive creations, which were made by Weta Workshop, accompany an enormous Gollum in welcoming visitors to the capital. The latest features each weigh a tonne and have a wingspan of 15m. Weta head Sir Richard Taylor said the team took three months to build them.
Air New Zealand today revealed Peter Jackson’s theatrical interpretation of the mythical Dragon Smaug exclusively to the world, ten days ahead of the release of The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures. A Boeing 777-300 aircraft with the 54 metre (177 feet) long Dragon emblazoned on both sides was unveiled in Auckland this morning, making Kiwis the first in the world to see the iconic Dragon in all his glory.
The Duke of Cambridge has appeared on stage at a charity gala event for an impromptu sing-along with rock and pop stars Jon Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift. Courtesy: YouTube/BON JOVI always the best
Watch The Runner, the new video from Anna Coddington, directed by Aidee Walker and Alexander Gandar.
iHeartRadio NZ's Liam McEwan takes you backstage at the 2013 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards.
The News Team - Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, Steve Carrell and David Koechner give lucky fans in attendance at the ANCHORMAN 2 Australian Premiere a special performance of 'Afternoon Delight'. courtesy ParamountNZ/YouTube.
Even with her debut album Pure Heroine released too late for consideration in this year's Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, Lorde has come away with four Tuis at tonight's ceremony in Auckland.
The VNZMA's are back for another year, but it's not just the celebs that need mention but the fans who support their number one star. Hugh Sundae was there to find out who they wanted to see, where they get there new music and little game of who's in the limo.
Ahead of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, finalist Phil Somervell - The Datsuns, spoke to Hugh Sundae.
Ahead of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, Aaradhna spoke to Hugh Sundae about the appeal of America.
Ahead of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, co-host and finalist Stan Walker spoke to Hugh Sundae about hosting the Critics' Choice Prize Showcase, indie crowds, and the boundaries of pop music.
Fresh off stage from soundcheck at Vector Arena for her Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards performance, finalist and performer Jamie McDell spoke to Hugh Sundae about playing the piano, her "image", and which award would mean the most to her.