The MDGA 2024 Logo competition is a way for local Motion Designers to show off their creativity and compete for some sweet prizes, provided by our very generous sponsors. It is open to all Aotearoa New Zealand based Motion Designers, students or professionals and will be judged by some of the top Motion Designers and […]

Show Me Shorts is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading international short film festival. Our mission is to connect New Zealand audiences with short films and share New Zealand short films with the world. We celebrate the short film art form and champion short film makers! During October 2024 Show Me Shorts will put on 100 screenings […]

A virtuoso pianist at a prestigious music conservatory struggles to reconcile her relentless pursuit of perfection with her father's rigorous standards, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and a quest to redefine success on her own terms.

This year's festival will take place in July/August. You should include a press kit with a brief synopsis or description of your film and the key credits for your film along with an online screener. We will only accept submissions online, via an online screener.    

Fundraising campaign for the pilot of a coming-of-age comedy series.

Actors Alison Bruce and newcomer Jaxon Barbarich-Campbell explore a crystalised moment of empowerment from the director's life story. Writer/director Stef Harris, producer Amanda Jenkins, cinematographer John Chrisstoffels, talented cast/crew have together created a confronting drama that aims to connect emotionally with audiences. Sister Josephine was funded through Kopere Hou - Fresh Shorts, and has received […]

Humans are like books, each with their distinct covers, shapes, and sizes. But the real treasure lies in the stories within, tales that make each of us unique. And one of these exceptional stories belongs to a man named Bill Tito. ‘Bill Tito: The Unread Story’ is a feel-good documentary that celebrates the unwavering dedication […]

THIS BITES is a 5 episodes comedy webseries, starring comedy icons Thomas Sainsbury, Chris Parker and Lara Fischel-Chisholm, plus other brilliant guest actors. All 5 episodes were produced and directed by Roberto Nascimento, director of award winning series Sui Generis. The show was created and written by US/NZ writer Louis Mendiola, winner of a NZTV […]

Alzheimer's-themed drama, Missing (欣欣念念), is a story about love and cherishing. This drama short film is penned by Peixuan Liu, a Master’s Screen Production student at the University of Auckland, and executive produced by Peter Simpson.

A 25-minute film centered around two female politicians, leading rival parties, as they await the results of the New Zealand election. To pass the time, they reflect on their competitiveness, sacrifices made, and backlash they faced leading up to the day. One is younger and more optimistic - often getting criticized for her lack of […]

We're making a cool comedy short film adaptation featuring podcast students and their tutor Miss Queeny, teaching young people about podcasting Synopsis: The Youth from the local neighbourhood show up to a community arts programme to learn about podcasting, things get crazy when it goes on Spotify. Miss Queeny tries to keep things together, trying […]

Ngā Aho Shorts in association with the NZ Film Commission, Te Māngai Pāho, NZ On Air, TMP and NZoA, is calling all production crews with a short film idea. Apply now for the 2024-2025 season of Ngā Aho Shorts funding and access one of four funding tiers designed to support a range of filmmakers. Ngā […]

Paul Wolffram's MariMari (fka Sanguma) is almost complete and prepping a festival premiere in July. The team wants to fly subject Evelyn Kunda from Papua New Guinea to Aotearoa to attend the screening. It is estimated that in Papua New Guinea, more than 200 people are killed as accused witches each year. The documentary feature […]

Misty Flicks is a not-for-profit independent film festival held annually in the Central region of Aotearoa, New Zealand. The festival offers a wide-ranging programme of local and indigenous cinema. It aims to introduce and unite audiences to different voices and cultures through the power of storytelling. Misty Flicks creates a platform to nurture the careers […]