Venue Information

Venue Information

Regent Theatre (Regent): 17 The Octagon, Ph (03) 477 8597

Rialto Cinemas (Rialto): 11 Moray Place, Ph (03) 474 2200

Hoyts Octagon (Hoyts): 33 The Octagon, Ph 0508 4 HOYTS (446 987)

Wheelchair Access/Special Requirements

Please advise the ticket seller when purchasing your tickets if you have difficulty with stairs, or have any special requirements.

Programme Changes

We reluctantly reserve the right to change the schedule by amending dates or replacing films. Any necessary changes will be advertised at Festival venues and in the Otago Daily Times.

Censorship Classification

G Suitable for general audiences
PG  Parental guidance recommended for younger viewers  
M Unrestricted. Recommended more suitable for mature audiences 16 years and over
RP13 Restricted to persons 13 years and over, unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian
RP16 Restricted to persons 16 years and over, unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian
R13 Restricted to persons 13 years and over 
R16 Restricted to persons 16 years and over 
R18 Restricted to persons 18 years and over 

Classifications will be published in the Festival’s daily newspaper advertising and displayed at the venues’ box office. Children’s tickets available only for films classified G, PG & M. At the time of printing some films had not been rated. Until they receive a censor rating, they are considered R18 (unless clearly aimed at children) and can only be purchased by
and for people aged 18 and over. For more information please visit the ticketing and venue information page on our website.

Please Arrive Early

There are no advertising films or trailers at the Film Festival. We reserve the right to ask latecomers to wait until the conclusion of the short film before they are seated. Session starting times will not be delayed in deference to late arrivals.

Mobile Phones

Please ensure mobile phones and pagers are switched off before entering the auditorium.