Flicks Cinema - ANCHOR ME: The Don Mc Glashan Story

Basement Level Lopdell House

Tickets:

$16 per person ($12.50 concession)

Bookings: text 0210 2225558

Session Time:

10:30am, 6pm & 8:15pm

ANCHOR ME: The Don Mc Glashan Story (PG)

Friday 16 January - 10:30am, 6pm & 8:15pm

Anchor Me: The Don McGlashan Story is a highly acclaimed 2025 documentary by Shirley Horrocks, celebrated in NZ for its deep dive into the beloved Kiwi songwriter's career (Blam Blam Blam, The Mutton Birds) and personal life, offering nostalgic, moving, and insightful views on his journey, talent, and contribution to Aotearoa's musical identity, with reviews calling it a "beautifully made," "must-see" tribute to a national treasure. For over four decades, Don McGlashan's music has shaped the soundtrack of New Zealand, from his post-punk beginnings with Blam Blam Blam, to the theatrical antics of The Front Lawn and the enduring hits of The Mutton Birds. This feature documentary uncovers the life behind the lyrics — the early days, life on tour, fatherhood, and the creative force behind the music. Directed by Shirley Horrocks and told largely in McGlashan's own voice, it features candid interviews with family and friends (including Neil Finn and Toa Fraser) alongside a trove of archival footage.