In the fight for their men, they found each other.

Join us for our special opening night Q&A screening of PIKE RIVER. All tickets are $30* and include a glass of sparkling wine, as well as a Q&A session with director Rob Sarkies, alongside special guests Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse, upon whom the movie is based.

Rialto Cinemas hosts 'Film Talk' screenings in partnership with the DEGANZ. These events provide filmmakers and film buffs the opportunity to meet and discuss the most interesting aspects of filmmaking, including directing, acting, producing and storytelling.

PLUS, Film Industry members can get a discounted $28* ticket on presentation of a valid Film Industry membership card!

Find out more about the film below, then secure your seat by booking tickets now.

Synopsis

Three-time Emmy nominee Melanie Lynskey (Yellow Jackets, The Last of Us) and acclaimed NZ actress Robyn Malcolm (Top of the Lake, After the Party) star as Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse; two ordinary women who together stand up and take on the government, justice system and a company that will stop at nothing to protect itself, after the 2010 Pike River Mine explosion takes the lives of 29 men underground. This is a film about the powerless vs. the powerful, of people vs. money, of right vs. wrong. An inspiring true story of an incredible female friendship and together what is possible when you simply won’t give up.

Q&A Speakers

ROB SARKIES is a New Zealand filmmaker who specialises in telling iconic stories for New Zealand and the world. From Out of the Blue about the Aramoana tragedy to Consent about Louise Nicolas’s fight for justice, Rob has carved a niche in telling important NZ stories sensitively, with a visceral edge. Rob has also specialised in comedy with cult classic Scarfies and Two Little Boys, both successful collaborations with writer brother Duncan Sarkies. Robert and Duncan continue to develop projects together for both film and television. (robsarkies.com)