Lumière Cinemas
Lumière is delighted to gift wrap the unique occasion of what it means to go the cinema. Between the owners, Christchurch cinephile Nick Paris and former Hollywood screenwriter Max Hoffman, they have more than 40 years of experience with the moving image and how it’s delivered.
It is a boutique cinema located in the West Lecture building, next to the Great Hall, in the cultural heart of Christchurch.
We feature state-of-the-art technology with vintage ambiance, luxurious seating and a focus on service. Our lovely, cosy and warm Bijou Bar caters for your taste pallete, while you enjoy an outstanding view of the Christchurch Botanical Gardens at our doorstep.'
Opening Hours
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