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Writer/director Anthony McCarten says that the idea for Via Satellite came to him while watching sport on television. On the other side of the world at that moment, Mark Todd was going for his third championship win at Badminton. At one point in...

In 1994 London based, New Zealand writer Kirsty Gunn published her first novel 'Rain'. It received international acclaim and identified Gunn as 'a new author of undeniable talent' (Sunday Times, London). The novel was described as a '...

“SNAKESKIN” is an adjective more than a noun. It’s a state of mind,” says Writer/ Director GILLIAN ASHURST. “The film is essentially about taking risks. Our two heroes have grown up watching too much film and television and...

The deadline dor Boost Funding is 1pm.  

At 8-months pregnant, Kahu, lives a fairly routine and comfortable life in Auckland NZ with her husband and first born.  Manāia is a young prospector trying to prove himself to his gang. On this night, following her evening rituals, Kahu pops out...

This feature follows director Vea Mafile’o's father, Tongan migrant pensioner Saia Mafile'o. Driven by his deep faith in God and Tongan culture, pensioner Saia Mafile’o carefully navigates not only the rough streets of South...

Exploring cultural differences, Eating Sausage tells the story of a recent Korean immigrant trapped in Auckland's suburbia while her husband works. When one of the neighbours invites her to go to their weekly swimming lessons, she finds her place in...

The decisions for the January round of Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Funding will be made by 5pm.

The deadline for the Premium Productions for International Audiences Fund (Te Puna Kairangi Premium Fund) is 1pm.

Decisions for the He Ara Development Fund will be made by 5pm today.

The deadline for He Ara Development Fund is 1pm

The deadline for applications to the Black List New Zealand Project is 1pm.

July 2021 Board Meeting

Ivy is packing up an expansive old Victorian home after the recent death of her in-laws. Her husband Jack, wheelchair bound from a stroke, haunts the halls moaning and muttering incoherently. Ellie, Ivy’s estranged daughter, shows up at the front...

The deadline for applying for internship opportunities is 1pm.

They are one of the most successful racing teams in Formula 1 history. 182 races won.12 Driver's Championships. 8 Constructor's Championships. Some of the greatest drivers to ever compete in F1 made their names winning titles for them: Emerson...

With unique access to high-ranking candidate Helen Clark, award-winning filmmaker Gaylene Preston casts a wry eye on proceedings as the United Nations chooses a new Secretary General. Her cameras explore the cracks between the diplomats, the embedded...

The decisions for the March round of Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Funding will be made by 5pm

The deadline for Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Fund is 1pm.

The deadline for Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Fund is 1pm.

The deadline for Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Fund is 1pm.

The deadline for Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Fund is 1pm.

The deadline for Early Development, Documentary Development, Hāpaitia I te Kaupapa Kiriata: Māori Feature Film Support  and Tuhinga Reo Māori: Te Reo Māori Development Fund is 1pm.

The new deadline for Te Aupounamu Māori Screen Excellence Award is 1pm.

Shot in the Wellington suburb of Newtown in November and December of 2015, One Thousand Ropes is the second feature together for director Tusi Tamasese and producer Catherine Fitzgerald.

Leaving her dying father’s bedside, singer Maisie rushes to perform at an indie music gig in town. But as she sings the opening song, it’s hard for her to ignore the heartfelt story she’s just been told – the story of how her dad...

Chasing Great follows Richie McCaw through his final season as he attempts the goal of captaining the All Blacks to the first ever-back-to back Rugby World Cup Wins. Woven through that final season the film tells the story of Richie’s life....

Mt. Zion is a family-oriented story starring Australian Idol winner Stan Walker in his acting debut and Temuera Morrison (Once Were Warriors, River Queen). Written and directed by Tearepa Kahi (writer/director of award-winning short film Taua), the...

The Girl On The Bridge is a feature documentary directed by award winning New Zealand filmmaker Leanne Pooley.  It is a glimpse into a world few of us comprehend and a response to our collective anguish about the suicide crisis in our communities...

Stage Two applications for Kōpere Hou- Fresh Shorts are due at 1pm.

The December Board Meeting will be held 1 & 2 December 2020.

In this disturbing drama, a group of tough young men walk down a deserted street at night.  They're drinking and boasting about a fight. Kev, the younger brother, is sober and is clearly uncomfortable with everything that is going on.  When...

Joan lives in an isolated convent in rural New Zealand where she finds comfort in the simplicity of routine and the promise of redemption. However - on the eve of her consecration - Joan’s world is challenged when one of the girls is dangerously...

The Kōpere Hou - Fresh Shorts Stage One applicants who will be invited to apply for Whiringa Tuarua - Stage Two will be announced the week beginning 16 November 2020.

Director’s Statement: Sima Urale “On reading Coffee & Allah, I was immediately attracted to the main character Abeba, a Muslim Ethiopian woman, and her journey in a strange new land. Beingan immigrant myself, I could easily relate to the...