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Netflix has established itself as a benchmark for original streaming content, and with that has come a specific set of requirements for the cameras used to capture its 4K Originals. The company maintains an exclusive list of ‘Netflix Approved’ cameras,…

For years, Gordon Ramsay and his hit MasterChef franchise called a converted soundstage in Los Angeles home. From there, contestants crisscrossed the 30-mile zone where Hollywood holds court to film on location at glitzy mansions and Michelin-starred restaurants. Tens of millions of…

The trailer for the much-anticipated local feature film Tinā has today been unveiled, following the film’s recent world premiere at the Hawai’i International Film Festival. Tinā will release in nationwide cinemas on 27th February 2025. Written and directed by Miki…

Lights, camera, action, Ōtāhuhu! Hollywood star Jason Momoa is coming to the South Auckland suburb to film his latest action movie, The Wrecking Crew, over the next few weeks. “How cool is that,” says Manukau ward councillor Alf Filipaina. Read…

After 11 years of dedication, the ambitious no-budget indie film Brave Love is finally complete! And the producers are thrilled to announce a special screening at Academy Cinemas. “It’s been a long journey, buried in animated backgrounds and Kiwi ingenuity, but here…

Sandy May’s beautiful boy Corrie passed away on Saturday 19th October at home. His passing was unexpected, and naturally Sandy and Don are completely stricken with grief at this dreadful time. Aside from the loss of Corrie, Sandy is currently…

This story was originally published on The Spinoff. A new member of NZ On Air’s board has sent a ripple of fear through the media. Duncan Greive explains why Philip Crump has them spooked. In May of 2020, a new…

Wildscreen panel addresses growing concerns around AI usage in wildlife programming   Wildlife producers have addressed concerns regarding the use of AI in natural history programming with Silverback Films’ Keith Scholey comparing it to a “super tanker coming down the line”.  The…

Mister Smith Entertainment has closed multiple international sales for the adventure comedy Bookworm, starring Elijah Wood and Nell Fisher.  The feature, from Come to Daddy director Ant Timpson follows 11-year-old Mildred (Fisher) whose life takes a wild turn when her…