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SUMMARY:MĀORILAND FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:MĀORILAND CHARITABLE TRUST OPERATES FROM THE MĀORILAND HUB IN ŌTAKI\, A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN MĀORI AND INDIGENOUS SCREEN AND CREATIVE ARTS. \nMāoriland is a Māori-led organisation grounded in a holistic\, kaupapa Māori worldview. We believe in the power of the arts to uplift\, connect\, and transform lives. \nWe deliver a year-round ecosystem of events and programmes that support artists to thrive\, share their stories\, and grow their practice. \nThrough these activities\, we contribute to a vibrant global Indigenous creative sector and a future where communities thrive socially\, culturally\, and economically. \nMāoriland is nurturing a generation of confident\, connected storytellers – strengthening cultural identity\, improving wellbeing\, and building a more inclusive Aotearoa. \nOur social investment through the Māoriland Film Festival alone delivered $23 million into the local community (2014-2024 data). \nOur activities are guided by the pou\, the ridgepoles that underpin all our activities; koakoa\, ohooho\, manaakitanga & kōtahitanga.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/maoriland-film-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Extended Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Extended deadline: 15 February 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-extended-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Late Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Late deadline: 31 January 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-late-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Regular Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Regular deadline: 15 December 2025\n📅 Late deadline: 31 January 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-regular-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
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SUMMARY:African Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:AFFNZ is a charitable trust bringing the best of African cinema to New Zealand. Dedicated to advancing an enhanced understanding of African cultures through film and increasing visibility and recognition for African filmmakers in New Zealand. \nCelebrating 10 years of African cinema at The Capitol
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/african-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Capitol Cinema\, 610 Dominion Road\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811
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SUMMARY:NZ International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Biggest Films of 2025 — Your city’s biggest film event is here — sessions are filling. Book your picks today. See the best films of 2025 right here in Auckland. Tickets selling fast — book now.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/nz-international-film-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T203000
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SUMMARY:WLG South African Short Film Night
DESCRIPTION:Discover the creativity and passion of top South African filmmakers with this vibrant collection of shorts. Be inspired by an incredible true story. Meet curious children and befriend a disgruntled neighbour. Travel with us to South Africa\, and worlds beyond from the comfort of your local cinema. \nThank you to Andrea Voges and Helene Naicker of Durban International Film Festival who assisted with the programming of this collection. \nThe five South African short films are: \nPunter\, a drama about a boy and his gambling addict dad\, directed by Jason Adam Maselle \nCatch My Baby\, a documentary about an incident during the Durban Riots\, directed by Luyanda Ngcobo \nRedreaming\, a sci-fi about an AI that takes on physical form\, directed by Alessandro Gueli \nThe Other Side\, a sci-fi about a woman being pursued who is transported to another dimension\, directed by John DeVries \nNoise and Neighbours\, a drama about a little girl and her grumpy upstairs neighbour becoming friends\, directed by Liza Ludick \nLanguage: English\nTotal run time: 70 minutes\nRating: M Violence\, offensive language & content that may disturb
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/wlg-south-african-short-film-night/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Garden Bar\, 39 Abel Smith Street\, Wellington\, 6011
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
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SUMMARY:Wellington Doc Edge Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge Festival 2025 – Life Unscripted\nCelebrating 20 Years of Documentary Excellence \nDoc Edge\, New Zealand’s national documentary organisation\, marks its 20th anniversary with an exciting festival from 25 June – 24 August 2025. \nAs an Oscar®-qualifying festival\, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold\, diverse\, and impactful storytelling — featuring films\, immersive experiences\, industry events\, and more. \n📍 Festival Dates & Location: \nWellington: 16 – 27 July \nThe Roxy Cinema\nVirtual Cinema (Nationwide): 28 July – 24 August \n✨ Festival Highlights: \n– A curated selection of local & international documentaries \n– Doc Edge Awards honouring excellence in storytelling \n– Schools Programme for Year 5 to tertiary students \n– Immersive Exhibition showcasing cutting-edge digital work \n– Industry Events: Forum\, Pitch – Wayfinding\, and Market (Auckland only) \nThis milestone year also celebrates the filmmakers\, audiences\, and partners who have shaped Doc Edge into a cultural cornerstone for Aotearoa and the Asia Pacific region. \nJoin us in person or online for a powerful journey through documentary — connecting\, reflecting\, and celebrating the stories that matter. \nhttps://docedge.nz/festival-2025/ \n#docedge #lifeunscripted
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/wellington-doc-edge-festival-2025/
LOCATION:The Roxy Cinema\, 5 Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022
CATEGORIES:Festival,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
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SUMMARY:Christchurch Doc Edge Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge Festival 2025 – Life Unscripted\nCelebrating 20 Years of Documentary Excellence \nDoc Edge\, New Zealand’s national documentary organisation\, marks its 20th anniversary with an exciting festival from 25 June – 24 August 2025. \nAs an Oscar®-qualifying festival\, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold\, diverse\, and impactful storytelling — featuring films\, immersive experiences\, industry events\, and more. \n📍 Festival Dates & Location: \nChristchurch: 16 – 27 July \nLumiere Cinemas\nTūranga\nChristchurch Art Gallery\nUniversity of Canterbury\nVirtual Cinema (Nationwide): 28 July – 24 August \n✨ Festival Highlights: \n– A curated selection of local & international documentaries \n– Doc Edge Awards honouring excellence in storytelling \n– Schools Programme for Year 5 to tertiary students \n– Immersive Exhibition showcasing cutting-edge digital work \n– Industry Events: Forum\, Pitch – Wayfinding\, and Market (Auckland only) \nThis milestone year also celebrates the filmmakers\, audiences\, and partners who have shaped Doc Edge into a cultural cornerstone for Aotearoa and the Asia Pacific region. \nJoin us in person or online for a powerful journey through documentary — connecting\, reflecting\, and celebrating the stories that matter. \nhttps://docedge.nz/festival-2025/ \n#docedge #lifeunscripted
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/christchurch-doc-edge-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Lumiere Cinemas\, 26 Rolleston Avenue\, Christchurch Central City\, 8013\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Festival,Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250715T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20250701T201531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T201531Z
UID:26210-1752606000-1752611400@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:AKL South African Short Film Night
DESCRIPTION:Discover the creativity and passion of top South African filmmakers with this vibrant collection of shorts. Be inspired by an incredible true story. Meet curious children and befriend a disgruntled neighbour. Travel with us to South Africa\, and worlds beyond from the comfort of your local cinema. \nThank you to Andrea Voges and Helene Naicker of Durban International Film Festival who assisted with the programming of this collection. \nThe five South African short films are: \nPunter\, a drama about a boy and his gambling addict dad\, directed by Jason Adam Maselle \nCatch My Baby\, a documentary about an incident during the Durban Riots\, directed by Luyanda Ngcobo \nRedreaming\, a sci-fi about an AI that takes on physical form\, directed by Alessandro Gueli \nThe Other Side\, a sci-fi about a woman being pursued who is transported to another dimension\, directed by John DeVries \nNoise and Neighbours\, a drama about a little girl and her grumpy upstairs neighbour becoming friends\, directed by Liza Ludick \nLanguage: English\nTotal run time: 70 minutes\nRating: M Violence\, offensive language & content that may disturb
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/akl-south-african-short-film-night/
LOCATION:The Capitol Cinema\, 610 Dominion Road\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20250407T044038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T044038Z
UID:24506-1750809600-1752451199@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland Doc Edge Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge Festival 2025 – Life Unscripted\nCelebrating 20 Years of Documentary Excellence \nDoc Edge\, New Zealand’s national documentary organisation\, marks its 20th anniversary with an exciting festival from 25 June – 24 August 2025. \nAs an Oscar®-qualifying festival\, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold\, diverse\, and impactful storytelling — featuring films\, immersive experiences\, industry events\, and more. \n📍 Festival Dates & Locations:\nAuckland: 25 June – 13 July\nSkyCity Theatre (Opening Night – 26 June)\nCapitol Cinema (Screenings)\nBridgeway Cinema (Screenings)\nSilo 6 (Immersive Exhibition) \nWellington & Christchurch: 16 – 27 July\nVirtual Cinema (Nationwide): 28 July – 24 August \n✨ Festival Highlights: \n– A curated selection of local & international documentaries \n– Doc Edge Awards honouring excellence in storytelling \n– Schools Programme for Year 5 to tertiary students \n– Immersive Exhibition showcasing cutting-edge digital work \n– Industry Events: Forum\, Pitch – Wayfinding\, and Market \nThis milestone year also celebrates the filmmakers\, audiences\, and partners who have shaped Doc Edge into a cultural cornerstone for Aotearoa and the Asia Pacific region. \nJoin us in person or online for a powerful journey through documentary — connecting\, reflecting\, and celebrating the stories that matter. \n#docedge #lifeunscripted
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/auckland-doc-edge-festival-2025/
LOCATION:The Capitol Cinema\, 610 Dominion Road\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20250124T093803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T093803Z
UID:22749-1742947200-1743379199@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Māoriland Film Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Māoriland Film Festival was founded in 2014 to celebrate Indigenous voices and storytelling in film.  \nThe MFF has grown to be the largest presenter of Indigenous storytelling in the Southern Hemisphere with year-round screen and arts programmes that include; industry events\, rangatahi filmmaking\, creative technology (animation/VR/AR/XR)\, the NATIVE Minds lecture series\,  performing arts\, music and theatre performances\, a full visual arts programme at its art gallery Toi Matarau at the Māoriland Hub.  \nMāoriland Film Festival and the Māoriland Hub is based in Ōtaki\, Aotearoa. Both are  owned  by the Māoriland Charitable Trust (NZ Charities Commission: CC53677)  \nThe 12th Māoriland FIlm Festival – MFF25 will take place from March 26 – 30\, 2025.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/maoriland-film-festival-2025/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20250204T205113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T205113Z
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SUMMARY:Fraud Film Festival New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:Since 2016\, New Zealand’s very own International Fraud Film Festival has shone a light on the importance of fighting fraud. \nThe overall objective of the festival is to raise awareness of fraud in NZ and contribute to the fight against it by providing a forum for productive discussion and collaboration between public and private sector organisations. \nAs with previous events\, we will do this by staging two days of high-quality fraud themed documentaries and films centred around panel discussions\, audience Q and A and opportunities for networking and engaging with others who are either in the business of fraud prevention or have a real interest in the subject.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/fraud-film-festival-new-zealand/
LOCATION:The Roxy Cinema\, 5 Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241125
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240404T051647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T051647Z
UID:16653-1732233600-1732492799@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Misty Flicks Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nMisty Flicks creates a platform to nurture the careers of tomorrow’s storytellers by providing educational opportunities and workshops. It makes film accessible to its people and creates a sense of community and connectedness through the arts by connecting filmmakers and audiences in discussions and seminars based on the principles of manaakitanga. \nThe festival runs 22-24 November.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/misty-flicks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240508T113128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T113128Z
UID:17602-1728864000-1729468799@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:SXSW Sydney
DESCRIPTION:The multifaceted offering brings together creatives across a wide range of specialities from around the world and provides an unparalleled platform for Asia-Pacific creators to showcase their work to those shaping the future of the industry.\nProgramming spans feature films\, shorts\, TV premieres\, music videos and XR.‍
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/sxsw-sydney-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240528T233115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T233115Z
UID:18159-1721001600-1722470399@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2024 - Nationwide Online
DESCRIPTION:An Oscar® qualifying international documentary festival\, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region showcasing the best films and immersive projects from New Zealand and around the world. \nThe 19th edition in Christchurch\, Auckland\, Wellington\, and Nationwide online from 19 June to 31 July 2024. \nNationwide / Online\n15 – 31 July all films are available on the Doc Edge Virtual Cinema
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2024-nationwide-online/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Festival,Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240528T223036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T223036Z
UID:18150-1719964800-1721001599@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2024 - Wellington
DESCRIPTION:An Oscar® qualifying international documentary festival\, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region showcasing the best films and immersive projects from New Zealand and around the world.  \nThe 19th edition of in Christchurch\, Auckland\, Wellington\, and Nationwide online from 19 June to 31 July 2024.  \nWellington / In-Person\n3 – 14 July Screenings at The Roxy Cinema\, Miramar\n3 -14 July Immersive Exhibition at Te Auaha Gallery\, CBD \nDoc Edge Immersive Exhibition showcases digital interactive storytelling projects featuring top international and local virtual/augmented reality installations.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2024-wellington-2/
LOCATION:The Roxy Cinema\, 5 Park Road\, Miramar\, Wellington\, 6022
CATEGORIES:Festival,Misc,Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240528T222744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T222744Z
UID:18146-1719964800-1721001599@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2024 - Auckland
DESCRIPTION:An Oscar® qualifying international documentary festival\, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region showcasing the best films and immersive projects from New Zealand and around the world.  \nThe 19th edition in Christchurch\, Auckland\, Wellington\, and Nationwide online from 19 June to 31 July 2024.  \nAuckland / In-Person\n3 – 14 July Screenings at The Capitol Cinema\, Balmoral\n8 -14 July Immersive Exhibition at Auckland Central Library and Silo 6 \nDoc Edge Immersive Exhibition showcases digital interactive storytelling projects featuring top international and local virtual/augmented reality installations.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2024-auckland-2/
LOCATION:The Capitol Cinema\, 610 Dominion Road\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Misc,Screening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240505T014741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T224350Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Industry 2024 – Christchurch
DESCRIPTION:A must-attend series of events for screen professionals\, including Pitch\, Awards\, Forum\, and Market. Join us in Christchurch for this exciting opportunity to share ideas\, problem solve\, and make great content. \nDoc Edge Industry 2024\nJoin us in Christchurch 26 – 29 June for Doc Edge Industry 2024 – a must-attend series of events for screen professionals. \nPitch | 26-27 June: 21 finalists from around the world present their incredible stories to industry professionals. \nAwards | 27 June: Celebrate outstanding achievements in documentary filmmaking at our prestigious awards ceremony. \nForum | 28-29 June: Engage in discussions with change-makers and decision-makers on the most compelling issues facing the industry today. \nMarket | 26-29 June: Network and connect with local and international filmmakers and industry professionals. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to share ideas\, problem solve\, and make great content. Passes are limited\, so secure yours now. \n2-Day & 4-day passes are available.  \nWe would like to acknowledge that times are uncertain for many in our industry and wish to show our support by offering half-price accreditations. Please book using the code ‘Community2024’. We have also partnered with several hotels to provide you with a special discounted rates\, you can check out these offers and more information on our website.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-industry-2024/
LOCATION:Christchurch
CATEGORIES:Awards,Conference,Festival,Industry Talk,Master Class,Networking,Training,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2024 – Christchurch
DESCRIPTION:The 19th Edition will be held from 19 June to 31 July with Ōtautahi Christchurch as the hub for all things documentary\, followed by Auckland\, Wellington and Virtual Cinema nationwide.  \nAs an Academy Awards® qualifying international documentary festival\, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region\, positioning Ōtautahi Christchurch as the hub for all things documentary.  This is an exciting\, bold\, and strategic move\, the festival solidifies its global reputation as a crucial destination for films to debut their world and international premieres. \nChristchurch  |  19 – 30 June  |  In Cinema\nThe festival will be held across Hoyts EntX\, Lumiere Cinemas\, Alice Cinemas\, Christchurch Art Gallery\, the Town Hall\, Tūranga Central Library\, and other locations turning the Garden City into a “Life Unscripted” documentary destination with screenings\, an awards ceremony\, immersive exhibition\, schools programme\, live events\, industry forum\, pitching competition\, film market and networking opportunities.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2024-christchurch/
LOCATION:Christchurch
CATEGORIES:Awards,Conference,Deadline,Festival,Industry Talk,Master Class,Networking,Screening,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240530T063219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T063219Z
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SUMMARY:Wao Film Festival - online
DESCRIPTION:Award winning films and documentaries set to inspire deep connection with the natural world. \nOnline until 28 June.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/wao-film-festival-online/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240510
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240504T023157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240504T023157Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2024 - Programme Launch
DESCRIPTION:By invitation\, Christchurch
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2024-programme-launch/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240325
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T012623Z
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SUMMARY:Maoriland Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Each March the Indigenous world comes together in Ōtaki\, Aotearoa (New Zealand) to celebrate Indigenous screen storytelling at Māoriland Film Festival\, the largest Indigenous film festival in the Southern Hemisphere. \nLocated on New Zealand’s Kāpiti Coast\, Ōtaki is a vibrant seaside town where Māori culture and language thrives. Māoriland is celebrated for its manaakitanga and community spirit. It is a place where creatives come to heal.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/maoriland-film-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240317
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20240221T233129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T235646Z
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SUMMARY:Wellington Animation Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wellington International Animation Film Festival is brought to you by C.A.F.E\, teaming up with the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and the French Embassy of New Zealand\, and running at Wellington’s Roxy Cinema for two days of animated awesomeness! \nThe Wellington Animation Film Festival brings you the best new animated films from around the world. Whether you’re an adult or part of a family\, our carefully chosen programs offer something for everyone.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/wellington-animation-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240123
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231011T181854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T181854Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge: final submission deadline
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge is a highly competitive festival with various award categories. As an Academy Awards® qualifying festival\, the winners of the Best NZ & International Short and Feature categories will receive consideration for an Oscar in 2025.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-final-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231011T175131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T175131Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge: late submission deadline
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge is a highly competitive festival with various award categories. As an Academy Awards® qualifying festival\, the winners of the Best NZ & International Short and Feature categories will receive consideration for an Oscar in 2025.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-late-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231223
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231011T175003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T175215Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge: regular submission deadline
DESCRIPTION:Doc Edge is a highly competitive festival with various award categories. As an Academy Awards® qualifying festival\, the winners of the Best NZ & International Short and Feature categories will receive consideration for an Oscar in 2025.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-regular-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231011T174745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T174745Z
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SUMMARY:FilmicFest: submission deadline
DESCRIPTION:FilmicFest launched four years ago as a way to inspire a whole new generation of filmmakers to create and share their vision – via mobile phone filmmaking. There has never been a better opportunity to empower the voices of emerging and established indie filmmakers.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/filmicfest-submission-deadline/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231124
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231018T032514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T032623Z
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SUMMARY:Pollywood
DESCRIPTION:The Pollywood Pasifika Film ‘twenty1’ collection has seven films representing The Cook Islands\, Samoa\, Hawaii & NZ – 90 minutes of mythical\, inspiring\, curious\, confrontational and honest stories. Pollywood twenty1 will serve as a guide through grass roots to award winning film and multi-media art. \nScreenings are rated M due to offensive language and drug use. \n  \nPollywood\, 7 Nov\, Auckland (Mangere Arts Centre) \nPollywood\, 18 Nov\, Auckland (Auckland Art Gallery) (opens in a new tab) \nPollywood\, 23 Nov\, Auckland (Te Uru\, Titirangi)
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/pollywood-3/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231119
DTSTAMP:20260410T203802
CREATED:20231018T032440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T032703Z
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SUMMARY:Pollywood
DESCRIPTION:The Pollywood Pasifika Film ‘twenty1’ collection has seven films representing The Cook Islands\, Samoa\, Hawaii & NZ – 90 minutes of mythical\, inspiring\, curious\, confrontational and honest stories. Pollywood twenty1 will serve as a guide through grass roots to award winning film and multi-media art. \nScreenings are rated M due to offensive language and drug use. \n  \nPollywood\, 7 Nov\, Auckland (Mangere Arts Centre) \nPollywood\, 18 Nov\, Auckland (Auckland Art Gallery) (opens in a new tab) \nPollywood\, 23 Nov\, Auckland (Te Uru\, Titirangi)
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/pollywood-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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