In this boisterous ballad of the deep south, Matthew McConaughey is a banjo-playing professor of bees who reunites with his former foster daughter. A charismatic crime caper combining Coen brothers-style hijinks and charming musical interludes, this is a touching tale about what makes a place a home.
Deep within the backwoods of rural Oklahoma, charismatic and musically gifted Amziah King leads a bluegrass-playing band of misfits while overseeing the premier honey-making operation in town. When his former foster daughter, Kateri, suddenly reappears in his life, Amziah seizes the opportunity to reconnect and revive a family business. But the honey game is ruthless and Amziah’s rivals threaten to destroy everything he has built.
The second feature from writer/director Andrew Patterson, The Rivals of Amziah King combines revenge fable, family drama and heist movie while being melodically peppered with the rollicking music of T Bone Burnett and The Avett Brothers. Matthew McConaughey, in his first film role in six years, is magnetic with his trademark unassuming, laidback charm and newcomer Angelina LookingGlass shines as his foster daughter, destined to become Amziah’s successor and protector of his cherished bees.
This charming ode to the American South is an undeniable crowd pleaser that will make your heart sing.
Getting Here and Getting In:
Parking at UWA is free after 5pm. We recommend car parks 1 and 5: check this map.
Allow time for parking: UWA hosts many events and sometimes it takes a little longer to find a space.
Doors open at 6pm. In 2026 the box office will be cashless.
Food and Drink
The pay-bar offers wines, beers, soft and hot drinks, along with chips, chocolate and, importantly, ice creams!
The Somerville Auditorium is also a BYO venue: bring your own picnic and favourite tipple.
We have many picnic tables and grassed areas.
Pre-ordering your gourmet pizza is crucial: order here.
Enjoying your film
The film starts at 8pm until 1 March 2026. From 2 March 2026 the film starts at 7.30pm.
Cushions courtesy of Lotterywest are available.
Seats are not assigned: on your arrival you can reserve a seat with a rug or cushion. Please don't leave single seat gaps.
We have plenty of seating, please do not bring your own.
There are four locations suitable for wheelchair users - please speak to a staff member on your arrival.
Nights can soemtimes be cool, so please rug up.
We treat the Auditorium for mosquitoes, but still bring your preferred mozzie spray.
Lost Property
If you've lost something during your night out, you can report it here.
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