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In an update from Cinema Con 2026 yesterday, Sony Pictures announced that filming has wrapped on the live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Sadly, that’s about the extent of the details […]
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The Government is weighing changes to the Broadcasting Standards Authority, with Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith signalling disestablishment is currently his preferred option. Goldsmith says no final decision has […]
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A major film and television production hub planned for Queenstown’s Wakatipu Basin has been approved under the Government’s fast-track regime, despite acknowledged environmental and planning concerns. The proposed Ayrburn Screen […]
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When World War I began, 500 Cook Islands men signed up with New Zealand to fight on European soil. Many lost their lives or returned home deeply changed. Documentary Paradise Soldiers looks
‘Friendly Fire’ – Feature Film
Production Type: Feature FilmCountry Of Origin: USAProduction Company Name: Sony PicturesShooting Location: Auckland, Kumeu Film Studios Line Producer: *to be released shortly*Production Start: TBCFirst Shoot Date: TBCLast Shoot Date: TBC
DEAD AHEAD S2 – TV Series
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DAISY CHAIN – Feature Film
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MINECRAFT 2 – Feature Film
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The Trailer Park
Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut, long-coming Aussie musical comedy, The Deb, now in cinemas here and there Now on Three Now, Tinā Season 2 of Aussie detective show Deadloch, with Madeleine

Kelly Davis – NZ On Air
Kelly talks about NZ On Air’s final funding round of the financial year, the results of which are now announced, and what’s coming down the pipe in preparation for the

‘Helldivers’ announced at Cinema-con. Set to film in NZ
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Doc Edge names first titles for 2026
The Oscar®-qualifying Doc Edge Festival marks its 21st year with a bold opening slate (sixteen films that take audiences inside a Gaza conflict zone, into the world of AI companionship, onto the

Campaign Manager
As Campaign Manager, reporting to the Head of Production & Projects, you’ll lead the creative development, delivery and execution of TVNZ’s marketing and commercial campaigns across a diverse portfolio of

The Trailer Park
Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut, long-coming Aussie musical comedy, The Deb, now in cinemas here and there Now on Three Now, Tinā Season 2 of Aussie detective show Deadloch, with Madeleine

Kelly Davis – NZ On Air
Kelly talks about NZ On Air’s final funding round of the financial year, the results of which are now announced, and what’s coming down the pipe in preparation for the

‘Helldivers’ announced at Cinema-con. Set to film in NZ
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Doc Edge names first titles for 2026
The Oscar®-qualifying Doc Edge Festival marks its 21st year with a bold opening slate (sixteen films that take audiences inside a Gaza conflict zone, into the world of AI companionship, onto the

Campaign Manager
As Campaign Manager, reporting to the Head of Production & Projects, you’ll lead the creative development, delivery and execution of TVNZ’s marketing and commercial campaigns across a diverse portfolio of

The Legend of Zelda movie wraps filming in New Zealand
In an update from Cinema Con 2026 yesterday, Sony Pictures announced that filming has wrapped on the live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Sadly, that’s about the extent of the details

Government weighs future of Broadcasting Standards Authority
The Government is weighing changes to the Broadcasting Standards Authority, with Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith signalling disestablishment is currently his preferred option. Goldsmith says no final decision has

Nelson Council Meeting Advocates for larger share of Film Sector Money
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Queenstown film studio hub approved under fast-track despite concerns
A major film and television production hub planned for Queenstown’s Wakatipu Basin has been approved under the Government’s fast-track regime, despite acknowledged environmental and planning concerns. The proposed Ayrburn Screen

Caroline Bell-Booth – Mr Hugo’s Little Library
Caroline Bell-Booth talks about bringing to life NZ-Canada co-pro kids show Mr Hugo’s Little Library, which is now rolling out on TVNZ and TVNZ+.

The Legend of Zelda movie wraps filming in New Zealand
In an update from Cinema Con 2026 yesterday, Sony Pictures announced that filming has wrapped on the live-action Legend of Zelda movie. Sadly, that’s about the extent of the details

Government weighs future of Broadcasting Standards Authority
The Government is weighing changes to the Broadcasting Standards Authority, with Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith signalling disestablishment is currently his preferred option. Goldsmith says no final decision has

Nelson Council Meeting Advocates for larger share of Film Sector Money
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Queenstown film studio hub approved under fast-track despite concerns
A major film and television production hub planned for Queenstown’s Wakatipu Basin has been approved under the Government’s fast-track regime, despite acknowledged environmental and planning concerns. The proposed Ayrburn Screen

Caroline Bell-Booth – Mr Hugo’s Little Library
Caroline Bell-Booth talks about bringing to life NZ-Canada co-pro kids show Mr Hugo’s Little Library, which is now rolling out on TVNZ and TVNZ+.

NZ On Screen Tuesday Spotlight: Paradise Soldiers (2020)
When World War I began, 500 Cook Islands men signed up with New Zealand to fight on European soil. Many lost their lives or returned home deeply changed. Documentary Paradise Soldiers looks at

TVNZ Welcomes premium Frank Podcast content
TVNZ is proud to announce the arrival of Frank podcasts to TVNZ+, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of podcasting in New Zealand. From tomorrow, Kiwi audiences can watch a

More Q&A hosts announced for The Weed Eaters tour
As acclaimed local film The Weed Eaters makes its way south on THE BIG FORKING TOUR, a second helping of outstanding Q&A hosts has been announced. This April’s advance screenings across the South Island

NZ Box Office Report: 12 April 2026
There was no change in the order of the top three films from last weekend, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie again on top of the heap, taking $775,876 from 114

Who controls the Tom Phillips story?
Police commissioner Richard Chambers has acknowledged that the making of The Marokopa Project – a Netflix documentary following the hunt for fugitive Tom Phillips and his children – “was not always

NZ On Screen Tuesday Spotlight: Paradise Soldiers (2020)
When World War I began, 500 Cook Islands men signed up with New Zealand to fight on European soil. Many lost their lives or returned home deeply changed. Documentary Paradise Soldiers looks

TVNZ Welcomes premium Frank Podcast content
TVNZ is proud to announce the arrival of Frank podcasts to TVNZ+, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of podcasting in New Zealand. From tomorrow, Kiwi audiences can watch

More Q&A hosts announced for The Weed Eaters tour
As acclaimed local film The Weed Eaters makes its way south on THE BIG FORKING TOUR, a second helping of outstanding Q&A hosts has been announced. This April’s advance screenings across the South

NZ Box Office Report: 12 April 2026
There was no change in the order of the top three films from last weekend, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie again on top of the heap, taking $775,876 from

Who controls the Tom Phillips story?
Police commissioner Richard Chambers has acknowledged that the making of The Marokopa Project – a Netflix documentary following the hunt for fugitive Tom Phillips and his children – “was not

Cannes-do attitudes
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NZ nominations for the Global Production Awards
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Prime Minister scores 2 Emmy nominations
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Film and Video Editor
Settlers Country Manor is one of Auckland’s most sought-after wedding and function venues, located in the beautiful Kumeu region. We specialise in delivering exceptional event experiences and are now expanding

Nine lessons from almost 100 film distribution case studies
Ted Hope and Courtney Daniels have been collecting distribution case studies on FilmStack Daily Digest Substack for a while now. These are detailed, warts-and-all accounts from filmmakers about how they

Kiwi Horror film ‘When Darkness Loves Us’ Acquired by Bleecker Street for US and Worldwide Distribution
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NZ Box Office Report: 5 April 2026
On 111 screens, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie opened on top of the heap, taking $803,089 over the frist (and long) weekend of the school holidays for $894,886 including previews.

Heartbreak High attachments: How Netflix is advancing crew training
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