The Screenrights Cultural Fund makes a difference by supporting people with exciting and innovative new initiatives that foster the creation and appreciation of screen content in Australia and New Zealand. The 2024 total funding pool is $300,000, with individual applications capped at $50,000. Application Support Requests close 5pm AEDT Friday 22 March. Applications close 5pm […]
Find out why China's movie industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom. The talent and creativity of their filmmakers shines with these six short films. The stories touch on the ties between grandparents and their grandchildren, the importance of protecting our literary heritage, and our connection with nature. Journey from the fields to the highest learning […]
Find out why China's movie industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom. The talent and creativity of their filmmakers shines with these six short films. The stories touch on the ties between grandparents and their grandchildren, the importance of protecting our literary heritage, and our connection with nature. Journey from the fields to the highest learning […]
Looking to enhance your professional relationships as a writer or producer? Join the Pan-Asian Screen Collective and the New Zealand Writers Guild for a best practice workshop: Managing Expectations and Meeting Obligations. In this workshop, Alice Shearman, Executive Director of the New Zealand Writers Guild, will cover key topics such as structuring working relationships, pre-contract […]
The film follows the life of a young Māori boy named Koko, who navigates the complexities of growing up under the guidance of his beloved Uncle Tux. Through a series of flashbacks and present-day scenes, we witness Koko's journey from a frightened child to a determined young man with dreams of swimming at the Olympics. […]
The world of theatrical distribution has undergone a remarkable transformation since the upheavals of 2020. The challenges posed by COVID lockdowns and the strategic shift towards direct-to-SVOD releases have reshaped audience behaviours. As we emerge from the lockdown era, theatrical audiences steadily return to cinemas. While box office revenue and the number of Australian titles […]
From Austen to Arrakis, adaptations are a big part of the film industry. But why do some work and others not? Maybe you’re thinking of adapting a text and don’t know where to start? The UK's Pitch Film Fund can help you out! During this workshop, you’ll be thinking about how to put the theory […]
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 […]
Hear from some of the key creatives of TVNZ smash hit, After the Party, a series many are calling the best new Kiwi offering in years. Story creators Robyn Malcolm and Dianne Taylor and producer/director Peter Salmon come together to talk about their collaborative process, from the very earliest story conversations to the writing, all stages of […]
Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For April, writer/producer Steve Barr has chosen NETWORK Tickets only $10! Happy Hour drinks from 7pm. Screening 8:15pm. In 1976 two of the key players in the Golden Age of Television, writer Paddy Chayefsky and director Sidney Lumet, delivered […]
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 […]
The Directors and Editors Guild of Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pan Asian Screen Collective welcome filmmakers to Rehearsal & Performance with Michelle Ang. Participants will have a chance to practise their craft in a fun, supportive environment; expand their knowledge of rehearsal processes; and discover language for rewarding collaborations. Spots are limited as participants […]
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.
BPM will present a public meeting on the issues currently impacting media in NZ. Speakers so far confirmed are: Irene Gardiner - President of SPADA Paul Thompson - Chief Executive of RNZ Peter Thompson - Associate Professor in Media and Communications at Victoria University of Wellington and Chair of BPM Sunday 28 April at 4pm […]
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 […]
