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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021/22 | Went Up The Hill | Vicky Pope, Samantha Jennings, Kristina Ceyton, Samuel Van Grinsven, Jory Anast | Feature film production investment | $1,944,391 | |
| 2020/21 | Went Up The Hill | Vicky Pope, Samuel Van Grinsven, Jory Anast, Kristina Ceyton, Sam Jennings | Script development | $22,500 | |
| 2023/24 | Went up the Hill (Extended Screen Production Recovery Fund | Vicky Pope, Samanatha Jennings, Kristina Ceyton, Samuel Van Grinsven, Jory Anast | Feature film production investment | $34,077 | |
| 2021/22 | Went Up The Hill - Conditional Offer | Vicky Pope, Samantha Jennings, Kristina Ceyton, Samuel Van Grinsven, Jory Anast | Feature film production investment | ||
| 2014/15 | Wero | Brad Haami, Timothy White, Tui Ruwhiu, Ant Sang, Steve Barr | Script development | $25,000 | |
| 2011/12 | WetPlate Photography Tutorship | Simon Reira | Professional development | $3,400 | |
| 2020/21 | Whaiaipo - Seed Advanced | Stephanie Cullen | Script development | $12,500 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakakitenga | Wiremu Grace, Miriam Ross | Short film post production | $9,356 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Director Internship on Whina | Mairuia Jensen | Professional development | $10,400 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | Ati Teepa | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | Te Kaiamo Smith | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | BJ Walker | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | Hine o Ripo Wenga | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | Te Haunui Tuna | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Production Trainee on Muru | Tawainga Butt | Professional development | $3,373 | |
| 2020/21 | Whakapakari Tangata - Tuhoe Reo Coaching | Reikura Kahi | Professional development | $12,500 | |
| 2011/12 | Whakatiki | Melissa Dodds, Louise Leitch, Bernadette Murphy | Short film post production | $25,000 | |
| 2019/20 | Whale Harvesters | Vincent Burke, Kim Webby, Mike Jonathan | Script development | $10,000 | |
| 2016/17 | Whale Harvesters | Vincent Burke, Kim Webby | Script development | $10,000 | |
| 2019/20 | Whale Harvesters | Kim Webby, Mike Jonathan, Vincent Burke | Script development | $10,000 |
*Asterisk indicates amount has been fully repaid (in the case of development loans) or fully recouped (in the case of production investment).