Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For February, film director Tony Forster has chosen one of master director Wim Wenders' (PERFECT DAYS, WINGS OF DESIRE) best films: PARIS, TEXAS! Tickets only $10! Happy Hour drinks from 7pm. Screening 8:15pm. 147 mins | Rated PG | […]
In 2024, Doc Edge Pitch’s theme is “Truth, Impact and Reconciliation”. We are looking for New Zealand and international projects in the following formats: • Feature theatrical or TV one-off • Series (web or TV) • Immersive (VR, AR, and XR) with an accompanying short or long form documentary Selected projects will join our whanau […]
The WIFT NZ Awards is an event designed to celebrate the achievements of women in the industry, provide a special networking opportunity, and act as a source of fundraising for the ongoing work of the organisation. It has become renowned for quality, affordability and great celebration and fun.
A casual show-and-tell event with acclaimed director of photography, Stefan Duscio, where you can ask questions and learn about various pre-production approaches. In New Zealand to shoot Wolfman, Australian cinematographer Stefan will share his pre-production processes across projects such as The Invisible Man, The Dry and Shantaram. Stefan will share invaluable insights and comparisons of his varied approaches to different scenes, […]
Joshua Prendeville's The House Within is a feature length documentary film on the internationally celebrated New Zealand writer Fiona Kidman. It examines the way in which life and fiction collide and how, with time, they become inescapably braided together. The film paints an intimate portrait of Fiona's fascinating and often tumultuous life. It probes the inner world […]
Pitchfest is hosted by Wellington's Floating Rock Studio. In 2022, they received an investment by Hillfarrance and are using that money to invest in YOU, the creator, of your upcoming animated film or TV series. We're here to support you and your vision with $100,000 to build a pitch, then present to buyers!
Shirley Horrocks is raising funds to make the first documentary feature about an iconic Kiwi songwriter, Don McGlashan, A Life in Music. Over a brilliant 40 year career, Don has won many accolades for his song writing, including winning the prestigious APRA Silver Scrolls twice, and more recently being inducted into the NZ Music Hall […]
A new series of events for the MDGA, Kinetic looks to give experienced motion designers the chance to share their knowledge and process with the community. Our 3 speakers from across the spectrum of motion disciplines will share their insights, experiences, and the secrets behind their captivating work. We'll explore the latest trends and innovations […]
Join us in Auckland for a conversation about the inner workings of the director-cinematographer relationship. Venezuelan cinematographer and director based in Los Angeles Carlos Gonzalez is in New Zealand to film Zombies 4: Day and Night and will present about his experience and viewpoint on the director-cinematographer relationship. Some of the topics covered will include […]
Short Film Otago provides script-to-screen funding and development support for emerging Otago based filmmakers and screenwriters. To make an application, go here.
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! The Wellington Animation Film Festival brings you the best new animated films from around the world. Whether […]
PISA's Writers Room in Wellington will be led by accomplished academic and filmmaker Marina McCartney (Milk & Honey, Vai, My Life is Murder). This Writer's Room will be focusing on Short Films - Story Creation and Loglines. Free, but registration required.
Script to Screen, in partnership with Film Otago Southland, launches an exciting new development opportunity called Southern Pilots, for Otago and Southland based screen creators. Script to Screen and Film Otago Southland are looking for new and emerging filmmakers with compelling, bold series story ideas suitable for development and viable for future production. Southern Pilots offers both […]
The word “improv” has come to define a style, a tone, a genre. Let’s move beyond that word and investigate the tools available to an actor looking to create something new, whether the words are written down for them or not. This active, fast-paced workshop is about acknowledging your creative agency and learning to “write” […]
The word “improv” has come to define a style, a tone, a genre. Let’s move beyond that word and investigate the tools available to an actor looking to create something new, whether the words are written down for them or not. This active, fast-paced workshop is about acknowledging your creative agency and learning to “write” […]
To compete in the 48Hours you need to register a team in your local region. Teams can be any size. We've had solo operators and teams of over twenty. You can be an industry veteran or have never made a film before, the competition is open to everyone. Earlybird registrations run March 18 - April […]
The Queer Producers Incubator is a two-day intensive workshop taking place on Fri 10th and Sat 11th May in Tāmaki Makaurau. The workshop will support and upskill 5 emerging queer identifying producers who have at least one project in development. Sessions from guest speakers will be tailored to the group and include the following topics: […]
The Queer Producers Incubator is a two-day intensive workshop taking place on Fri 9th and Sat 10th May in Tāmaki Makaurau. The workshop will support and upskill 5 emerging queer identifying producers who have at least one project in development. Sessions from guest speakers will be tailored to the group and include the following topics: […]
