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 […]
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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 […] |
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Narrative Design is the process of understanding story as a system. This understanding allows storytellers to better connect to both play and interactivity, for games, XR and live choice-driven experiences. It also gives a look “under the hood” at how story functions on a meta and micro structural level, which can help linear storytelling move away from rigid […]
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Running since 2007 (formerly known as the Someday Challenge), Day One Challenge has evolved to include wrap-around support with year-round educational content, a series of events and an annual cinema showcase. Day One Hāpai te Haeata is having a party and and a fundraiser in Tāmaki Makaurau! We want you to come so we can […]
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Pan-Asian Screen Collective presents How We Got There: from Idea to Impact. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion where we delve into the creation of a successful series from its inception to delivery! PASC members JJ Fong, Perlina Lau, and Ally Xue, the creative and producing team behind Flat 3, reunite to share […] |
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Equity Foundation NZ is thrilled to be bringing the renowned Australian casting director Anousha Zarkesh to Aotearoa for one weekend of work with Equity NZ members. If you are selected (there are very limited spots) you will spend one day in an intimate setting with Anousha, learning from the notes she gives you and your […] |
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Equity Foundation NZ is thrilled to be bringing the renowned Australian casting director Anousha Zarkesh to Aotearoa for one weekend of work with Equity NZ members. If you are selected (there are very limited spots) you will spend one day in an intimate setting with Anousha, learning from the notes she gives you and your […]
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A deep dive into how we, as film/TV workers, can make meaningful change towards our well-being - no matter what our current personal experience of the industry is. Hosted by holistic life coach (& costumer), Crystel Tottenham. Come explore what's holding you back from better well-being by looking at your whole picture with powerful mind, […]
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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.
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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. […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. |
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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.
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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India has the largest screen industry in the world, by output, producing double the number of films made in Hollywood each year. Nourished of course by a flourishing short film scene. In this collection Show Me Shorts has collaborated with the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala to curate six shorts from top Indian […] |
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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 […]
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India has the largest screen industry in the world, by output, producing double the number of films made in Hollywood each year. Nourished of course by a flourishing short film scene. In this collection Show Me Shorts has collaborated with the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala to curate six shorts from top Indian […]
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Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the latest technological craze – enabling computers to create text, images, audio, and even video in mere seconds from just a short description of what the user wants. However, like all disruptive technological developments, Generative AI has the potential to cause great harm, according to an expert in the field […] |
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This two-day online intensive, presented in conjunction with the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS), covers the essentials of setting up and running a screen business. The workshop covers the commercial framework in which producers must operate, including issues commonly encountered when building a creative business from the ground up. The Screen Business Essentials […]
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We'd like to invite you to join the sustainability teams from two significant Auckland-based film productions for a discussion about sustainable practices on different screen productions, including waste and emissions reduction measures the productions undertook, and our experience calculating emissions footprints. This is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and learn from the people on […]
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India has the largest screen industry in the world, by output, producing double the number of films made in Hollywood each year. Nourished of course by a flourishing short film scene. In this collection Show Me Shorts has collaborated with the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala to curate six shorts from top Indian […] |
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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! |
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Michael Duignan (The Paragon), Tom Levesque (Shut Eye), and Tom Sainsbury (Loop Track) will join Mia Maramara to discuss the end-to-end production processes of their respective feature films and how they kept to their shoestring budgets of under $500K without scarifying craft and quality. |
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