WAIRARAPA CINÉMATHÈQUE 2026

In 2026, we celebrate 100 years of film.

Wairarapa Cinémathèque is dedicated to celebrating film as part of our artistic and cultural heritage. We value the communal experience of cinema, bringing people together through curated screenings, discussions, and the sharing of films of significance. Your membership ensures access to this shared experience, while providing benefits such as exclusive screenings and partner discounts.

This year, our 11 films were chosen by the community, with a touch of curatorial magic to ensure an exceptional programme. From restored classics and silent films to epic dramas and contemporary documentaries, these works continue to inspire audiences today.

Screenings are at the historic Regent Theatre, Masterton (now Regent 3 Cinemas), on the first Sunday of each month at 7:30pm, starting with Billy Wilder’s 1959 comedy Some Like It Hot on Sunday, 1 February 2026.

Featured films include: Some Like It Hot, Metropolis, Ran, The Godfather, Dr. Strangelove, All About My Mother, Psycho, La Notte di Cabiria, Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk, The Third Man, and The General (100th Anniversary).

The Cinémathèque operates independently, with non-commercial screening rights and membership-based access, building a community of local cinephiles. Join us for immersive, curated cinema and a celebration of film as heritage, art, and community. Membership cards are available to purchase in person and online and are issued at our film screenings.

Membership Options

Full Membership – $100: Access to all 10 regular films + 1 special bonus screening of Buster Keaton's The General in December, celebrating its 100th Anniversary, plus discounts on partner events (e.g. Wairarapa Film Festival and Film Talks screenings).
Full Student Membership – $85: Access to all 10 regular films + bonus screening of The General, plus discounts on partner events.
Three-Film Sampler – $39: Choose any three films, with the option to upgrade to full membership. Try us. We think you'll like us!
Gift Memberships: Full, Student, or Three Film Sampler options.

Share the magic of cinema with someone special. Choose a Full Membership (all ten films + bonus), a Three-Film Sampler, or a Full Student Membership; and if gifted, we can allocate Student Memberships to a local secondary school in 2026, giving students the chance to experience great films on the big screen.

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