Auckland Heritage Festival - Going to the Flicks

Brian McDonnell’s illustrated talk will take you back to the days before television, when Auckland had more than 50 movie theatres and the weekly Saturday matinee was displayed at a local suburban bughouse.

Learn about the diverse cultures including migrants that pioneered cinema in Auckland – such as the Lebanese Moodabe family, whose Amalgamated Theatres has been a hugely important company.

Bookings essential: https://iloveponsonby.co.nz/flicks/