See the Oscar-nominated movies before the awards

And if seeing all the movies isn't enough Ster-Kinekor theatres is sending 6 lucky winners to Hollywood during the Oscars themselves.

Called Howzit Hollywood, movie fans will be able to see seven unreleased Oscar-nominated movies for free at Ster-Kinekor and Cinema Nouveau screened by Nedbank theatres nationally. The seven movies which between them have garnered more than 14 nominations are: 21 Grams, Something's Gotta Give, Pieces of April, Cold Mountain, Monster, Brother Bear and Big Fish.

The first screening takes place on Thursday, 5 February, with the sophisticated comedy Something's Gotta Give at Ster-Kinekor Theatres (Diane Keaton is nominated as Actress in a Leading role) and the thought-provoking drama 21 Grams at Cinema Nouveau. (Actor in a supporting role Benicio Del Toro, Actress in a leading role Naomi Watts).

Commented Odette van Wyk, Marketing Executive Ster-Kinekor Theatres: "We're really excited to be screening all this year's big Oscar nominated movies before they come on circuit. We have carefully chosen some of the top nominated movies and have a fantastic mix of big box office hits as well as magnificent Cinema Nouveau art offerings. "

Said Savannah Williams, SABC3 Marketing Manager: "Last year's Oscar promotion was an absolute winner for our viewers. We know that our target market are avid movie-goers, so what better to reward their viewing of the channel with an opportunity to see a selection of Oscar-nominated movies BEFORE they hit the big screen."

In an expanded campaign this year Ster-Kinekor Theatres has in addition to SABC3 also teamed up with SABC1 and 5FM, Metro FM and Good Hope FM to run a series of competitions giving away 6 all expenses paid trips to Hollywood during the Oscars.

Added Van Wyk: "It's exciting to not only show the big Oscar-nominated movies before the ceremony but also be able to take movie fans to Hollywood with us during the Oscars so we can soak up all the gossip, glitz and glamour."

The confirmed line up for the Oscar screenings are as follows:

To reserve your seats to see the Oscar-nominated Something's Gotta Give and 21 Grams call the booking line on 082 288 4000. Please note the numbers change every week.

Booking for Cold Mountain opens on Friday 6th February and to reserve tickets call 082 288 9800, collect your tickets from your participating cinema on the night. You even get free popcorn and Coke.

Bookings can only be made for the particular movies during the week that they are showing. The booking line opens the Friday before the screening.