Looking at how we have funded films on their journey to production helps you to see how films get funded and the various ways we support filmmakers.
More recent, more detail
Our records date back to 1988/89 and reflect information published in our Annual Reports. Our Annual Reports were not as detailed in earlier years so more recent years have more comprehensive information. New decisions are uploaded throughout the year.
Accurate data
We have tried to ensure that these records are accurate. If any records have incorrect information, please let us know and we will correct it as soon as possible. We recommend reading the Guide to Funding Decisions before using the data.
| Year | Title/Project | Alias | Funding Key People | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020/21 | Muru - Screen Production Recovery | Reikura Kahi, Cliff Curtis, Selina Joe, Richard Fletcher, Tim White, Tearepa Kahi | Feature film production investment | $683,315 | |
| 2018/19 | We Are Still Here | Cook Ngā Pouwhenua Anthology Film | Mia Henry-Teirney, Mitchell Stanley, Toni Stowers, Renae Maihi, Tim Worrall, Richard Curtis, Elise Francis, Chantelle Burgoyne, Tiraroa Deb Reweti, Miki Magasiva, Mario Gaoa | Feature film production investment | $680,000 |
| 2021/22 | Joika | Belindalee Hope, Tom Hern, James Napier Robertson | Feature film production investment | $680,000 | |
| 2004/05 | Preston*Laing - POD | Robin Laing, Gaylene Preston | Devolved development | $644,048 | |
| 2020/21 | Whina - Screen Production Recovery | Tainui Stephens, Matthew Metcalfe, James Napier Robertson, Paula Whetu Jones, James Lucas | Feature film production investment | $639,199 | |
| 2020/21 | Punch - Screen Production Recovery | Robin Murphy, Catherine Fitzgerald, Welby Ings | Feature film production investment | $635,478 | |
| 2022/23 | Fiftyone | Virginia Wright, Vanessa Wells, Bariz Shah, Saba Afrasyabi | Feature film production investment | $633,513 | |
| 2021/22 | Untitled Robert Sarkies Project | Vicky Pope, Timothy White, Robert Sarkies, Fiona Samuel | Feature film production investment | $630,606 | |
| 2006/07 | The Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls | Arani Cuthbert, Leanne Pooley | Feature film production investment | $624,406 | |
| 2007/08 | Rubbings from a Live Man | Philippa Campbell, Florian Habicht, Warwick Broadhead | Feature film production investment | $620,000 | |
| 2007/08 | Show of Hands | Endurance | Angela Littlejohn, Anthony McCarten | Feature film production investment | $612,950 |
| 2016/17 | The Chills: The Triumph and Tragedy of Martin Phillipps | Martin Phllipps and the Chills | Julia Parnell, Rob Curry, Nicola Peeperkorn, Tim Riley | Feature film production investment | $600,000 |
| 2013/14 | GFC Fightertown - Business Development Scheme | Matthew Metcalfe | Devolved development | $600,000 | |
| 2013/14 | Blueskin Films/ Gibson Group - Business Development Scheme | Victoria Spackman, Catherine Fitzgerald, Steve Barr | Devolved development | $600,000 | |
| 2000/01 | Whale Rider | John Barnett, Tim Sanders, Frank Hubner, Niki Caro | Feature film production investment | $593,000 | |
| 2021/22 | Alien Weaponry: The Film | Nigel McCulloch, Kent Belcher, Ryan Hutchings | Feature film production investment | $588,185 | |
| 2018/19 | Six60 | Nicola Peeperkorn, Julia Parnell | Feature film production investment | $580,000 | |
| 2006/07 | Show of Hands | Endurance | Angela Littlejohn, Anthony McCarten | Feature film production investment | $562,518 |
| 2006/07 | Apron Strings | Rachel Gardner, Shuchi Kothari, Dianne Taylor, Sima Urale | Feature film production investment | $553,518 | |
| 2005/06 | The Devil Dared Me To | Karl Zohrab, Matthew Harris, Chris Stapp, Michael Heath | Feature film production investment | $550,651 |
*Asterisk indicates amount has been fully repaid (in the case of development loans) or fully recouped (in the case of production investment).