Dunedin City Council (DCC), through the Dunedin Film Office at Enterprise Dunedin, has launched an exciting script development opportunity for Dunedin-based filmmakers – the Dunedin Script Accelerator Grant (‘Script Grant’). View full guidelines here. We are looking for new and bold stories for both feature films and series that are clearly set in Dunedin. For […]
This is chance for six Equity NZ members to work in pairs with Australian casting director Micaeley Gibson during a zoom livestream. Micaeley will provide scripts and you will prepare as if doing an online audition. Please note: There will be other actors observing (auditing) this class. Unsuccessful applicants will be sent a Zoom link […]
Join us in Auckland for an interesting evening with international cinematographer Jeff Cutter as he unveils the secrets behind his captivating visual storytelling across a range of renowned projects. California cinematographer Jeff Cutter, currently in New Zealand to film feature film Backpack, has graciously offered his time to share his techniques behind his looks in […]
A series of speaker 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 […]
TEMPORAL is the passion project of Weston Symes and James Tweddle. We have been dreaming about creating a grounded, cassette futurism, sci-fi film following a lone spaceman on a desolate world for years; TEMPORAL is the culmination of that dream. TEMPORAL is a short film about a spaceman surviving against the odds on a distant […]
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. As an Academy Awards® qualifying international documentary festival, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region, positioning Ōtautahi […]
We invite you to join us for a series of casual drinks across New Zealand this June! It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, catch up with fellow members, and share ideas in a relaxed atmosphere. This is for members only, but please feel free to bring a plus one who is interested in knowing more […]
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 […]
Producers know how to make films. They are brilliant at finance plans, budgeting, location scouting, relationships with agents, distributors, sales agents, streamers, broadcasters and audiences. And they know a good story when they see one – but all too often they see scripts that are promising, but lacking key screen elements. What producers are looking […]
Now in its fourth year, Sony presents the Catchlight Film Festival to once again celebrate the best short-form filmmaking shot on Sony cameras across Australia and New Zealand. The Festival continues its mission to encourage filmmakers at all levels, from passionate amateurs to industry veterans, showcasing the exceptional talent and abilities of cinematographers and filmmakers […]
Directed by Mikhail Kalatozov Starring Sergio Corrieri, Salvador Wood, José Gallardo, Jean Bouise, Luz María Collazo Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For June, it is a 60th anniversary screening of the visually groundbreaking revolutionary triumph, I AM CUBA! Both a landmark of radical political […]
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. Doc Edge Industry 2024 Join us in Christchurch 26 - 29 June for Doc Edge Industry 2024 - a must-attend series of events for […]
Following the recent New Zealand release of The Moon is Upside Down, Loren Taylor (writer/director/actor) joins moderator and writer Duncan Sarkies (Scarfies, and Two Little Boys) to discuss her writing process, the challenges of creating stories and characters that come alive on screen, and how she and her team moved this unique and beautifully crafted feature from her […]
From Gisborne to Glastonbury, while managing friendship, whanau, and wellbeing the young, queer DJ Messie rises to fame, seen through the lenses of current club subcultures. Our crew is looking for your support in bringing Messie: A Feature Length Documentary to life! This is a fast-paced story, made by the next generation of New Zealand […]
The Adaptive Boxing Event is the first one of its kind in New Zealand. The event was held on Saturday 23rd of March in South Auckland. The event featured adaptive, able, and exhibition matches, along with entertainment from local dancers. The audience and participants were provided with closed captioning, appropriate lighting, accessible rings, and boxing […]
Tympanic is our take on the post apocalyptic story. Inspired by Movies and TV shows like A Quiet Place and The Last of Us. We wanted to make a universal thriller that can be enjoyed by all. It's a small story, but one that we want to do beautifully. Conceived a year ago by a […]
Join us in the inaugural Misty Flicks Challenge, New Zealand's catalyst for short film mastery and collaborative filmmaking. We're igniting the passion of our homegrown talent to tell stories that resonate both locally and globally. This is your calling card to showcase your skills, meet like-minded creators, and be part of a community that thrives […]
Developing nations such as the South Pacific’s Cook Islands need to learn more about telling their own digital stories to aid social and economic development. To be able to see themselves on screen, hear their own language, preserve heritage, culture and identity, to have a voice in today’s audio visual digital world. Film Raro2 is […]
