Snow White

Out in cinemas 20 March (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap

A vain and cruel queen (Gadot) has an unhealthy obsession with beauty and being “the fairest one of all”. One day, she is shaken when her Magic Mirror tells her that her stepdaughter Snow White (Zegler) is primed to supersede her as the most beautiful, due in large part to her pure heart. In a classic fit of overreaction, she instructs her huntsman to take Snow White into the woods and do away with her. The young princess escapes and stumbles upon a cottage, which seems to be inhabited by seven smaller-than-average men. 

SAFRA members enjoy special discounts on MovieMax Member rates and Combo Sets at Shaw Theatres. For more info, go to safra.sg/promotions/shaw-theatres

Rachel Zegler: Pitch Perfect

Disney’s newest princess is a 23-year-old songbird who broke out in 2021’s West Side Story, and will soon be seen going up against Gal Gadot in the modern retelling of Snow White.

You may know her as Maria, the latest one to grace the big screen, from the 2021 film adaptation of the musical, West Side Story.

It was a breakout leading role that announced Rachel Zegler, a Golden Globe winner for that memorable performance, to the world.

But Zegler has actually had a closer – lifelong – connection with another cultural icon, from the sitcom Friends; her mother named her after Jennifer Aniston’s beloved character, Rachel Green.

As a performer, one known for her considerable vocal talents, Zegler hasn’t yet made a mark on television. At 23, she’s shown a strong affinity for musical theatre.

When she was in high school, she already started acting, and impressing, in musical productions. So confident in her talents, Zegler answered an open call at age 16 for the role of Maria that would see her chosen out of over 30,000 hopefuls.

An American of Polish and Colombian descent, Zegler had further roles in the Hollywood blockbusters Shazam! Fury of the Gods and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (both in 2023), and went on to act in a Broadway production of Romeo & Juliet last year.

She can next be seen in the titular role of Disney’s live-action retelling of Snow White, opposite Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen. 

In it, she will, of course, be fighting against black magic and oppression alongside her friends from the forest, including all manner of animals and seven indomitable dwarfs.

Mickey 17

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun

It’s usually a good idea to read your employment contract before you sign it. Mickey Barnes (Pattinson) does not and is swiftly thrust into a series of dangerous roles on a snowy planet humans plan to colonise. He does not survive every mission, but keeps clocking in because technology means that he can be revived – well, 3D printed – each time he dies, with his memories mostly intact. This cycle of life-death-repeat goes on until the day he returns to base to find his bed already occupied by his clone. 

Dog Man

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Pete Davidson, Stephen Root, Isla Fisher

No animals were harmed in the making of this animated film, which is a good thing to know when the hero is a half-dog, half-man hybrid and the villain is an orange cat prone to violence. The cat, Petey (Davidson), plants a bomb that severely injures a police officer and his loyal dog Greg. To save their lives, the doctors in their infinite wisdom decide to put Greg’s head on the policeman’s body. The result is Dog Man, who continues to work in law enforcement, and is thus headed on a collision course with the felonious Petey.

Forbidden Fairytale

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Park Ji-hyun, Choi Si-won, Sung Dong-il

This is a story of how an aspiring author gets her big break. Sort of. Dan-bi (Park) dreams of writing wholesome children’s stories and enters a fairytale writing competition. In her day job, she works for a public agency that deals in protecting the youth, by way of online censorship. One day, she is cycling along when she gets into an accident whereby she somehow manages to injure a man and damage his car. In order to compensate him and repay her debt, she ends up writing erotica and discovers a lucrative hidden talent.    

Novocaine

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson

Nathan (Quaid) is an ordinary, mild-mannered guy who works in a bank. When he goes out with his colleague Shari (Midthunder), he reveals his big secret: he cannot feel physical pain. Impressed, she calls him a “superhero”, even though Nathan’s best friend reminds him that he can still die. His relationship is abruptly curtailed when a gang of robbers hold up the bank and take Shari hostage. Impulsively, he decides to take matters into his own hands, going after the kidnappers and using his unusual condition to his advantage.   

Presence

Out in cinemas 20 March (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Lucy Liu, Chris Sullivan, Callina Liang

A family of four move into a new, big house in the suburbs. The parents, Rebecca (Liu) and Chris (Sullivan), have a troubled marriage – they’re worried about money, but have made the move to help their son excel at school. Their daughter, Chloe (Liang), is grieving the death of her best friend, and is disturbed by her brother’s attitude towards women. To add to their misery, the house seems to come with a ghost included. Strange goings-on start to occur in reaction to their presence, and the family wonder who or what is there.

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The March school holidays are just around the corner, which means more time to spend together as a family. And there are many ways to enjoy the break, especially if you’re a SAFRA member, thanks to privileges ranging from discounts to freebies. 

These 7 value-for-money ideas are perfect for families that love getting out and about, having fun, and being physically active. 

Explore Canopy Park at Jewel Changi Airport

Not just for travellers, Jewel Changi Airport has drawn thousands of local visitors since opening in 2019. In addition to the massive indoor waterfall, Rain Vortex, its main attractions include world-class restaurants and stores. Families also love Jewel for its nature-themed entertainment options, like Canopy Park, located at the topmost level (Level 5) of Jewel. The 14,000 sq m recreational wonderland features an array of exciting play attractions, including the leafy playscape, Hedge Maze; Bouncing Net, which lets you feel like you’re bouncing among trees; and Foggy Bowls, a unique arena for kids that lets them play amongst the clouds. You can also stroll along creative garden trails and glide down giant slides. 

SAFRA members enjoy 10% off Canopy Park attraction tickets. Your ticket includes complimentary admission to Canopy Park and a 10% discount on your entry into Mastercard Canopy Bridge, Hedge Maze, Mirror Maze, Bouncing Net, and Walking Net. More info at safra.sg/promotions/jewel-changi-airport-2

Get into an aerial dogfight

Have you and your kids ever wondered what it might be like to pilot a fighter aircraft and engage in a close-range air battle with enemy fighter planes? Bring them along to Air Combat, a virtual reality experience located at Mount Faber. This state-of-the-art adventure transports participants into the cockpit of a high-performance fighter jet, giving them a sense of exhilaration as they soar through realistic skyscapes through six different movements.

SAFRA members get 15% off tickets to Air Combat. Find out more at safra.sg/promotions/air-combat

Try pickleball

Pickleball, a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, table tennis and badminton, is fast gaining popularity. The game includes two players (singles) or four players (doubles) and uses a short-handed paddle and a perforated plastic ball. 

Treat the family to some pickleball action at SAFRA Mount Faber, Jurong, Tampines, or Yishun. Their pickleball courts are the perfect place to try the game together and practise your hits. 

SAFRA members who book a pickleball court enjoy complimentary rental of pickleball equipment. Get more information at safra.sg/promotions/play-pickleball-at-safra

Watch our pickleball video and find out how to get started!

Have fun at an indoor playground

Located at Temasek Club at Rifle Range Road, De Happy Ark is a colourful indoor playground featuring a variety of play stations for toddlers and young children. The March holidays are a good time to get your children and their friends together for some group fun. They’ll love playing on the 3m-tall spiral slide complete with maze and foam pits. If you have an infant, check out the dedicated nook with a selection of baby-safe toys. While the little ones explore, the adults can catch up with one another over a bite or a cuppa.

SAFRA members enjoy special rates at De Happy Ark, starting from $55+ per hour for 10 people. For more information and booking instructions, go to temasekclub.org.sg/our-offers/our-amenities/social-amenities/de-happy-ark 

Take a swing

The National Service Resort & Country Club (NSRCC) provides a tranquil escape for NSmen who have performed National Service, as well as full-time NSmen. Located along the tranquil east coast, the club sits on 120 ha of lush greenery and offers a picturesque sea view. Golfers can look forward to an 18-hole course and a temporary 36-bay driving range. Other facilities include swimming pools, a fitness centre, billiards room, tennis and squash courts as well as basketball and street-soccer courts. There are also dining options for a quick snack or a leisurely meal.

NSRCC offers exclusive rates for SAFRA members who want to play golf and use the facilities. Make it a special and fun family day out!

Day membership at NSRCC starts at $5.45. To find out more about this and the other privileges you can enjoy as a SAFRA member, click on safra.sg/promotions/benefits-at-other-establishments

Why not enjoy a staycation at NSRCC as well? Here are 6 reasons why you should book a NSRCC holiday bungalow now!

Bake up a storm with the kids

Get your little bakers together for an afternoon of mixing and kneading. Genius R Us offers baking workshops at SAFRA Punggol, inviting parents to participate with their child as a pair. Children aged five to 12 years old can also take part in the workshops independently. Besides hands-on experience, you’ll leave the workshop with your very own baked masterpiece.

Workshops are conducted at the Culinary Experience Studio at SAFRA Punggol, Level 1. 

SAFRA members enjoy special rates on baking workshops. Go to safra.sg/whats-on/baking-workshops-with-genius-r-us-2025 for more details. 

Check out the Total Defence showcase

Learn more about the six pillars of Total Defence at the Singapore Discovery Centre’s exhibition showcase, on till the end of April. Activities include Salute Singapaw!, where visitors can get creative and help SingaPaw “dress up” in the different No. 4 uniforms of the Singapore Armed Forces; the self-guided trail, Guardians of the Nation; and Defenders’ Pledge, where you can snap a photo with the defenders’ avatar pop-ups and make your pledge to defend the nation.

Admission to the exhibition is free. 

Click on defencecollectivesg.com/total-defence-2025-sdc for additional information.

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The Brutalist

Out in cinemas 20 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce

Laszlo (Brody) is an accomplished architect whose life is ripped apart in the aftermath of the Second World War. A Hungarian Holocaust survivor, Laszlo emigrates to the United States, where he finds refuge at his cousin’s. A series of fateful events leads him to be discovered by a wealthy businessman, Harrison (Pearce), who is fascinated by Laszlo and commissions him to build a community centre dedicated to his late mother. Harrison helps reunite Laszlo with his long-lost wife (Jones) and niece, before his relationship with the architect sours drastically.

SAFRA members enjoy special discounts on MovieMax Member rates and Combo Sets at Shaw Theatres. For more info, go to safra.sg/promotions/shaw-theatres

Adrien Brody: A talent for torment

An Oscar winner for The Pianist, in which he lost a significant amount of weight to portray a frail Holocaust survivor, the actor is the hot favourite to win his second Best Actor award this year.

If ever you needed an actor to portray misery, with deep, soulful eyes, just call Adrien Brody.

The 51-year-old New Yorker, who won the Academy Award in 2003 for playing the title role of The Pianist, as a survivor of the German occupation of Warsaw in World War II, is expected to be nominated for his second Oscar this year.

Before he became the youngest actor to ever win the Best Actor Oscar, aged 29 at the time, Brody was an up-and-coming performer who had first taken acting lessons as a child.

In his 20s, he worked with the enigmatic director Terrence Malick for The Thin Red Line in 1998, and with another notable director, Spike Lee, for the 1999 thriller, Summer of Sam.

Following the success of The Pianist, Brody would go on to star in M Night Shyamalan’s The Village (2004), Peter Jackson’s King Kong (2005), Rian Johnson’s The Brothers Bloom (2008), Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris (2011), and the 2015 Jackie Chan historical action flick, Dragon Blade, opposite John Cusack.

He has also been a frequent collaborator of Wes Anderson’s, appearing in five of the whimsical director’s memorable films, including The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), The French Despatch (2021), and the most recent, Asteroid City (2023).

On television, Brody has appeared in the hit series Peaky Blinders, Succession, and Winning Time, as well as in Poker Face.

While a deft hand at comedy, and someone who’s also not afraid to dip into action movies, Brody will be known to a wider audience for his dramatic work.

His latest film, The Brutalist, sees him play a woebegone Holocaust survivor from Hungary, who seeks a new life in America after the war, and goes on to meet a rich man who would change his fate.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy

Out in cinemas 13 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Renée Zellweger, Leo Woodall, Hugh Grant

The indomitable Bridget Jones (Zellweger) is back. When we last saw her, she was happily marrying the love of her life – well, one of them – Mark Darcy. In this sequel, we find out that Mark has died and that Bridget is now a 50-something widowed mother of two. Her best friends, of course, believe that she should start dating again. Life must go on, but not with her ex Daniel Cleaver (Grant), who has re-emerged like a persistent stain. Instead, Bridget finds herself falling for a much-younger man (Woodall) and flirting with her children’s teacher, Mr Wallaker. 

Dark Nuns

Out in cinemas 13 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Song Hye-kyo, Jeon Yeo-been, Moon Woo-jin

When a young boy is found ailing, a psychiatrist tries to cure the child through medical means. However, others feel the boy is in need of spiritual intervention. Sister Giunia (Song) firmly believes that the child has been possessed by an evil spirit that threatens his life. When an ordained priest is unable to arrive in time to perform an exorcism, she takes matters into her own hands, breaking sacred rules in an attempt to cast the powerful spirit out. Soon, the nun engages the help of Sister Michaela (Jeon), as they discover a dark secret in their convent.

Last Breath

Out in cinemas 27 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Woody Harrelson, Cliff Curtis, Simu Liu

A pull, a snap and deep-sea diver Chris Lemons is left utterly alone in the submarine darkness. While conducting a routine repair operation under the sea, Chris and his dive colleague David (Liu) get a sudden, urgent call to abandon their post. A serious system failure aboard their ship at the surface, along with rough seas, meant that the vessel would be drifting imminently instead of staying in place above them. As David is dragged away by the ship, Chris is left trapped, his lifeline snapped, and with only minutes of breathable gas in his emergency tank.

Bob Dylan: A Complete Unknown

Out in cinemas 27 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro

Robert Allen Zimmerman, better known as the legendary musician Bob Dylan (Chalamet), moves to New York City in 1961 as a 20-year-old seeking his way in the world. There, he meets the people who would go on to influence his music and shape his career. They include the folk singers Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Joan Baez (Barbaro). Dylan also meets and falls for a young woman named Sylvie (Fanning), whom he would move in with. As his career takes off, Dylan finds himself drawn to Baez and tries a controversial experiment with his music.

Nosferatu

Out in cinemas 27 February (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Bill Skarsgård

The year is 1838 and Ellen (Depp) and Thomas (Hoult) are a happily married young couple living in the German town of Wisburg. As Thomas pursues his career in real estate, Ellen is increasingly troubled by visions of death and a demonic figure who plagues her dreams. Thomas then unwittingly meets a client, the reclusive Count Orlok (Skarsgard), who turns out to be an ancient evil – a vampire which brings pestilence and bloodlust wherever it goes. The Count, it seems, has a connection with Ellen, who harbours a dark childhood secret.

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Babygirl

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Nicole Kidman, Harris Dickinson, Antonio Banderas

Romy (Kidman) is a powerful tech CEO. As a female leader, she is worried about how she is perceived. One day, she meets a young male intern, Samuel (Dickinson), who makes some suggestive and inappropriate remarks. Initially offended, Romy is intrigued by his audacity. Dissatisfied with her own sex life, she goes against her better judgement to start a risky affair with Samuel. As she grapples with the possible consequences of her indiscretion, Samuel shows up at her home uninvited, and meets her husband and children.

SAFRA members enjoy special discounts on MovieMax Member rates and Combo Sets at Shaw Theatres. For more info, go to safra.sg/promotions/shaw-theatres

Nicole Kidman: Don’t call her Baby

An enduring A-list actress since she broke out in 1989 with Dead Calm, the Oscar winner is as in demand as ever, with multiple recent credits, including the erotic thriller, Babygirl.

Nicole Kidman has a list of acting credits and accolades that is far too long to summarise easily.

It is, however, notable that the 57-year-old Hawaii-born Australian has remained at the top of her game for decades, and is still a prolific performer on the small and big screens at this stage of her career.

Growing up in Sydney, Kidman first became interested in acting after watching the classic musical film, The Wizard of Oz. 

Her early career saw her act in Australian TV programmes and films. In 1989, she appeared opposite Sam Neill and Billy Zane in the thriller Dead Calm. 

Garnering positive reviews, Kidman soon made her way to Hollywood, becoming an international star after appearing in the sports action film Days of Thunder (1990) with her future husband Tom Cruise.

She would go on to act in Batman Forever (1995), To Die For (1995), and Eyes Wide Shut (1999), before getting her first Academy Award nomination for Best Actress in 2001’s Baz Luhrmann musical Moulin Rouge!

Kidman would win the Oscar for portraying the English writer Virginia Woolf in The Hours (2002), and prove her enduring quality by earning further Academy Award nominations in 2011 (for Rabbit Hole), in 2017 (for Lion), and most recently in 2022 (for Being the Ricardos).

In the past decade, Kidman has found success on television as well, in series such as Big Little Lies, The Undoing, Nine Perfect Strangers, Expats, The Perfect Couple, and Lioness.

Set to appear in a new film called Welcome to Holland in 2025, co-starring with Gael Garcia Bernal and Matthew Macfadyen, Kidman can soon be seen in Babygirl, where she is a CEO entangled in a steamy affair with a much younger man.

Hidden Face

Out in cinemas 9 January (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Song Seung-heon, Cho Yeo-jeong, Park Ji-hyun

An orchestral conductor, Sung-jin (Song), gets a recorded message from his cellist fiance Su-yeon (Cho), who says she is not ready for marriage and is going away. Just like that, she vanishes without a trace. When she does not return, yet there is no record of her leaving the country, the deepening mystery leads some to wonder about possible foul play. Meanwhile, the devastated Sung-jin falls into the arms of Mi-ju (Park), an old friend of Su-yeon’s. As they end up in bed together, they are unaware that someone is watching them from a secret room.

The Count of Monte Cristo

Out in cinemas 9 January (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Pierre Niney, Bastien Bouillon, Anaïs Demoustier

Edmond Dantes (Niney) is about to marry the love of his life, Mercedes (Demoustier), when he is arrested on their wedding day. Despite his innocence, he is imprisoned. Many years later, after he escapes from prison, Edmond re-emerges in society as the mysterious and wealthy Count of Monte-Cristo. He learns that his unjust incarceration was due to a plot hatched by three men, including Mercedes’ cousin – and now husband – Fernand (Bouillon). Hellbent on revenge, the Count embarks on an elaborate scheme of his own.

Lee

Out in cinemas 16 January (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Kate Winslet, Andy Samberg, Marion Cotillard

Not many former fashion models become war photographers, but at least one did. Elizabeth Miller (Winslet) is an American married to an Englishman when World War II breaks out. Once she becomes a war correspondent for Vogue magazine, she adopts the moniker she is better known for, Lee. During the war, she braves danger to capture vivid images of the conflict in Britain, France and even in Nazi Germany. Along the way, she witnesses the horrors of war, including crimes against humanity, and reconnects with friends across Europe. 

Wolf Man

Out in cinemas 16 January (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Julia Garner, Christopher Abbott, Sam Jaeger

Having inherited the house of his father, who is presumed dead, Blake (Abbott) decides to take his wife (Garner) and daughter to what was his childhood home. The city slickers, who hail from San Francisco, unexpectedly find themselves in a struggle with an unknown creature as they approach the house. In the dead of night and under attack, they barricade themselves inside the house. Suffering a wound inflicted by the creature, Blake starts to show symptoms of infection. His condition worsens to the point where he begins to exhibit some disturbing behaviour.

Companion

Out in cinemas 29 January (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Rupert Friend

Josh (Quaid) and Iris (Thatcher) are a couple. As they get set for a short getaway with his friends, Iris has a nagging feeling that they don’t like her. This feeling is heightened after a strange and tense conversation Iris has with one of the friends, Kat. Josh reassures Iris, telling her that her uneasiness stems from the fact that “Kat hates everybody!” He tells her to relax, to not get weird, and to remember to smile and act happy. What follows is a chain of terrifying and thrilling events that lead to a break-up, and even more severe consequences for all involved.

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What better way to celebrate this season of joy and ring in the new year than with your significant other? From the romantic glow of festive lights to dazzling fireworks on New Year’s Eve, these free and affordable date ideas ensure you have a memorable end to 2024 together.

Explore a Festive Wild-erland with Snoopy

This holiday season, embark on a whimsical wildlife adventure with your loved one at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Snoopy Beagle Scouts while exploring Singapore Zoo and Bird Paradise together. Engage in interactive trails, both physical and digital, challenging your observation and memory skills. It’s game-on as you spot wildlife, complete missions and earn exclusive badges as keepsakes.

Over at the free-to-enter Mandai Wildlife West, a variety of festive fringe activities await. Sketch your own Peanuts comic strip, go shopping at the Christmas market and bring your own pup along for a best dressed dog competition too. The Festive Wild-erland offers a fun and unforgettable experience for animal lovers and Snoopy fans alike.

SAFRA members enjoy up to 40% off admission to Mandai Wildlife Reserve parks; more info at safra.sg/promotions/mandai

Till 5 January 2025; more info at mandai.com

Embark on the gift of Disney Cruise Line

Whisk your partner off to Jewel Changi Airport and sail into a magical date. First, explore whimsical Disney Cruise Line installations at Canopy Park, where you can wander around themed areas like those on the Disney Adventure cruise ship, which sets sail from Singapore from December 2025. Precious moments with your favourite Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters await at every turn.

Then continue your enchanting evening admiring the towering 16m-tall Polo Ralph Lauren Jewel Christmas tree and exploring a snow cabin that’s home to eight Polo Bears. As night falls, witness the spellbinding Christmas Light & Music showcase at the Jewel Rain Vortex, where dancing lights harmonise with timeless Christmas melodies. Stay on for a magical snowfall session, adding a touch of winter wonder to your fairytale evening.

SAFRA members enjoy 10% off Canopy Park attractions; more info at safra.sg/promotions/jewel-changi-airport-2

Till 2 January 2025; more info at jewelchangiairport.com

Experience the magic at Gardens by the Bay

For even more Disney magic, head to Gardens by the Bay, where the festivities are truly blooming. Wander hand-in-hand through the Disney Garden of Wonder, where characters from Mickey Mouse to The Little Mermaid are reimagined as floral topiary sets. Afterwards, take a romantic journey amid miniature American landmarks and onboard vintage Swedish railbus at the Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show.

Of course, the season isn’t complete without Christmas Wonderland. Capture special moments under the magnificent Spalliera light display or by the giant Merry Bears. Look forward to carnival games, live performances, festive shopping and dining. For the perfect end to your date, cuddle each other close as the Supertrees dance to Christmas classics, culminating in an enchanting ‘snowfall’ in the tropics.

Till 5 January 2025; more info at gardensbythebay.com.sg

Traverse a Big, Big World on Sentosa

There are huge things happening on Sentosa, and it’s not limited to Resorts World Sentosa either. Get ready to experience a Big, Big World of Dreams at Sentosa Sensoryscape, where you can drift away on giant cloud swings. Then lose yourself in ImagiNite, an illuminating sensory experience with interactive light projections. There’ll also be vibrant street performances, K-pop dance contests, and more festive fun.

Over at Palawan Beach, it’s a Big, Big World of Discovery. In the afternoon, team up to craft a kite and let them soar high in a kite-flying fiesta. After dusk, be mesmerised by The Floating Marvels, giant sea creature inflatables that illuminate the night sky. End the evening – and the year – at Palawan Green with a free movie marathon and spectacular fireworks display to ring in the new year. 

SAFRA members enjoy up to 25% off selected Sentosa attractions; more info at safra.sg/promotions/sentosa-privileges

Till 16 February 2025; more info at abigbigworld.sentosa.com.sg

Let’s Celebrate 2025 with a thrilling countdown

Ring in the New Year with your sweetheart at Mediacorp’s Let’s Celebrate 2025 event at the Singapore Sports Hub. The big show starts at 10pm at OCBC Square, but the party starts early with fun activities like UV face painting and the glow-in-the-dark Neon Playground from 5pm at Stadium Riverside Walk. Pushing the celebrations up a notch are the colourful street performances and roving entertainment acts.

Get swept away by dynamic performances of local and international artists like Regina Song, Taufik Batisah and Australian illusionist Cosentino. If you don’t secure a spot near the main stage, don’t fret. The Stadium Roar and Water Sports Centre are hosting live screenings too. As the night reaches its climax, count down to midnight together, sharing a kiss as the spectacular 15-minute fireworks display illuminates the sky.

If you get there early, drop by the SportsHub Library to immerse in the world of Gustav Klimt. SAFRA members enjoy 20% off tickets to ‘Gustav Klimt – Falling in Gold’; more info at safra.sg/promotions/gustav-klimt

31 December 2024; more info at sportshub.com.sg

Enter a dazzling universe at illumi Singapore

This New Year’s Eve, create a shared memory for the ages with your loved one at illumi Singapore. Stroll through the dazzling universe with over 20 million LED lights illuminating nine immersive worlds, from The Magical Forest to The Tunnel of Colours. Stroll hand-in-hand through these luminous displays, capturing precious moments against the stunning backdrops.

Enjoy the festive atmosphere with the Christmas Edition still in full swing, meeting Santa Claus and experiencing snowfall in a wintry atmosphere at The Infinite Poles. As the night unfolds, find a cosy picnic spot and whisper sweet nothings while relaxing amid the sparkling surroundings. Finally, witness the breathtaking Marina Bay countdown fireworks display from the ultimate vantage point, creating a truly memorable start to 2025.

Till 2 February 2025; more info at illumi.asia

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Better Man

Out in cinemas 26 December (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton

The pop star Robbie Williams found enduring fame after becoming the youngest member of the boy band Take That. So how did a boy who grew up interested in acting become a global superstar who also has a successful solo career? This biopic attempts to answer that question by charting Williams’ early life and career journey, all while presenting his top hits, including She’s The One, Angels, and Let Me Entertain You. One more thing: Williams is portrayed as a chimpanzee in this film because he said he’s always felt “less evolved” than others.

SAFRA members enjoy special discounts on MovieMax Member rates and Combo Sets at Shaw Theatres. For more info, go to safra.sg/promotions/shaw-theatres

Robbie Williams: He’s the one

The former member of popular boy band Take That has his life story, including a highly successful 25 years as a solo artist, told with an ape avatar in a new biopic.

Robbie Williams is not an actor, but he will soon have top billing in a new film.

A former member, but not the front man, of the 1990s boy band, Take That, Williams has undoubtedly become the most successful among his peers.

When he first found fame, his bandmates got more attention for various reasons.

Gary Barlow was the lead singer and Take That, modelled after the American band New Kids on the Block, really was built around him.

Mark Owen was the most popular member of the band in the beginning, while Howard Donald and Jason Orange were known for their dancing ability. But Williams, the youngest member of the band – he was only 16 when he joined – soon stood out for his extroverted personality.

Williams, now 50, has had his fair share of ups and downs. Over the years, he’s had problems with drug abuse and erratic behaviour.

He first left Take That in 1995, ostensibly to pursue a solo career, after his bandmates confronted him about his behaviour. He would not reconcile with them until 2010.

Despite his issues, including mental health struggles and alcoholism, Williams has had a brilliant career. With more than 77 million records sold worldwide, he is one of the best-selling artists of all time.

His most notable songs include Feel, Rock DJ, Millennium, Better Man, She’s the One, and Angels, which the British public once voted as the number one song they would like to be played at their funeral.

In recent years, he has been in a reflective mood, participating in a Netflix documentary about his career, and now appears – sort of – in a new biopic about him.

Directed by Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman), Better Man tells the story of Williams’ life in the form of a musical. The most striking thing about this biopic? 

Williams is presented as a chimpanzee using computer-generated imagery. It’s a bold choice, one that’s fitting given Williams’ famous ego, originality, and self-deprecating humour.

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Brian Cox, Miranda Otto, Lorraine Ashbourne

Long before the War of the Ring, another tale of conflict played out between two peoples in Middle Earth. The King of Rohan, Helm (Cox), is approached by the leader of the Dunlendings in the name of alliance. The proposal: would Helm agree to let his daughter Hera marry the Dunlending heir apparent, Wulf? After Helm sees through the Dunlending proposal as nothing more than a power grab, he accidentally sparks off a war by killing his counterpart. With conflict imminent, the fate of Rohan and its horsemen, the Rohirrim, lies in Hera’s hands.

Werewolves

Out in cinemas now (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Frank Grillo, Katrina Law, Lou Diamond Phillips

People are turning into werewolves. Those who turn into werewolves kill many of those who do not. Those who do not try their very best not to be killed. That is essentially the plot of this horror thriller starring Grillo, the action star you may remember as Crossbones from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. One year after the horrific “werewolf apocalypse”, scientists try to figure out why millions of seemingly normal people turn into werewolves – and how to stop it from happening again. 

Hellboy: The Crooked Man

Out in cinemas 12 December (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Jack Kesy, Jefferson White, Adeline Rudolph

Your favourite big, red demonic hero is back. Hellboy (Kesy), a demon raised by humans, returns as a powerful employee of the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense, or BPRD. Along with his partner Bobbie Jo (Rudolph), Hellboy comes across a powerful demonic entity deep in the Appalachian Mountains. There, they meet a local man, Tom (White), who shares his knowledge of the entity, known as The Crooked Man, and some strange goings-on. Together, they must stop The Crooked Man and his followers, a coven of witches who are up to no good.

Mufasa: The Lion King

Out in cinemas 19 December (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr, Seth Rogen

This follow-up to 2019’s The Lion King looks back upon the origins of the kinship between Mufasa and Taka, who would later become known as Scar. As a cub, Mufasa is an orphan who is befriended by Taka, a young lion prince who is supposed to become the next king. Despite some reservations by his family, Taka sees Mufasa as a new brother. As they grow up inseparable, the pair go on many adventures, some innocent, others more perilous. A rival pride soon targets the pair, seeking to establish their own choice for the lion king.

The Prosecutor

Out in cinemas 21 December (Available at Shaw Theatres)

Stars: Donnie Yen, Julian Cheung, Michael Hui

The prosecution should convict the guilty and establish the innocence of the innocent. Fok (Yen) is a former policeman with experience in apprehending criminals. After he becomes a prosecutor, he realises that the legal system does not always ensure that justice is served. When he sees a young man being wrongfully accused of a crime he did not commit, the prosecutor becomes hell- bent on clearing his name and bringing the real perpetrators to justice. 

Even if this puts him in the firing line and threatens his career, Fok is relentless.

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