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Announcement
Film Otago Southland Regional Scholarships – Big Screen Symposium 2026

Announcement
Film Otago Southland Regional Scholarships – Big Screen Symposium 2026
Two regional scholarships available for Otago and Southland practitioners to attend Big Screen Symposium 2026 in Auckland.
Two regional scholarships available for Otago and Southland practitioners to attend Big Screen Symposium 2026 in Auckland.


Feature
Trailer Unveiled for CATERPILLAR, the Feature Debut of Chelsie Preston Crayford

Feature
Trailer Unveiled for CATERPILLAR, the Feature Debut of Chelsie Preston Crayford
Trailer unveiled for CATERPILLAR, Chelsie Preston Crayford’s debut feature exploring three generations of women navigating love, memory, and change.
Trailer unveiled for CATERPILLAR, Chelsie Preston Crayford’s debut feature exploring three generations of women navigating love, memory, and change.


Event
M.D.M.A - Modelmaking, Diorama & Miniature Arts Show and Artist Talk

Event
M.D.M.A - Modelmaking, Diorama & Miniature Arts Show and Artist Talk
Miniature world-building takes centre stage at Fishcube Gallery, with exhibition and artist talk celebrating practical effects in screen storytelling.
Miniature world-building takes centre stage at Fishcube Gallery, with exhibition and artist talk celebrating practical effects in screen storytelling.


Event
WIFT Awards 2026 - Tickets on Sale NOW!



Announcement
Production Grant Round Toru Dates Set



Close Up
Regional Filmmaking Spotlight: A Dog’s Show



In Focus
Auckland Council Sells Auckland Film Studios

In Focus
Auckland Council Sells Auckland Film Studios
Auckland Film Studios has been sold to Xytech, securing long-term investment in Auckland’s screen infrastructure. The deal also protects $30 million for reinvestment into the sector.
Auckland Film Studios has been sold to Xytech, securing long-term investment in Auckland’s screen infrastructure. The deal also protects $30 million for reinvestment into the sector.


Feature
The Wrecking Crew Puts Auckland in the Global Spotlight



Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Valentina Vaessen

Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Valentina Vaessen
Valentina brings her Italian love of coffee and connection into her work on set, often setting the tone from the earliest call time. In this Member Spotlight, she shares what drew her into film, why community matters, and how small rituals can make a long shoot day better.
Valentina brings her Italian love of coffee and connection into her work on set, often setting the tone from the earliest call time. In this Member Spotlight, she shares what drew her into film, why community matters, and how small rituals can make a long shoot day better.


Announcement
Show Me Shorts Kicks Off 2026 Submissions



Announcement
Script to Screen Presents Big Screen Symposium coming 3-4 July 2026!

Announcement
Script to Screen Presents Big Screen Symposium coming 3-4 July 2026!
Two incredible days of conversations, workshops, panel discussions, and case studies with an outstanding line-up of local and international speakers.
Two incredible days of conversations, workshops, panel discussions, and case studies with an outstanding line-up of local and international speakers.


Media and Resource Releases
New Zealand Film Commission-supported TENOR: My Name is Pati leads New Zealand line-up with world premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Media and Resource Releases
New Zealand Film Commission-supported TENOR: My Name is Pati leads New Zealand line-up with world premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Four New Zealand films head to Santa Barbara, led by a powerful documentary celebrating voice.
Four New Zealand films head to Santa Barbara, led by a powerful documentary celebrating voice.
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