As we head into February, productions are active across the regions with more projects preparing to roll

Not every essential team member carries a radio, clipboard, or call sheet.

Show Me Shorts launches its 2026 programme, supporting short films, strong storytelling, and emerging screen voices.

Two incredible days of conversations, workshops, panel discussions, and case studies with an outstanding line-up of local and international speakers.

Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista Are Bickering Brothers Who Battle the Yakuza in ‘Wrecking Crew’ Trailer

Four New Zealand films head to Santa Barbara, led by a powerful documentary celebrating voice.

With Australia’s streaming content requirements now in force, Spada says New Zealand must act quickly or lose ground as a screen production market.

WIFT NZ has revealed the finalists across ten categories for the 2026 Women in Film and Television (WIFT) Awards.

This Member Spotlight highlights Adrian Hebron, whose journey from apprentice sparky to long-time gaffer reflects a lifetime of skill, grit, and support for crew.

FilmChaplain sits at the intersection of filmmaking and chaplaincy, providing on-set support tailored to the realities of screen production. Kevin Denholm shares why wellbeing can’t be an afterthought, and how proactive care is changing the culture on set.

They may not appear in the credits, but these four-legged teammates are very much part of the crew.

Multiple productions active across New Zealand, spanning fresh stories and returning favourites. Below is a short look at what’s currently on set.

New supplier JOEY delivers production essentials - coffee and film radios - with tiered ProdPerks exclusive discounts!

APA outlines general considerations around negotiation, experience-based rates, and kit fees in commercial production.

NZFC is proud to announce that Mum, I’m Alien Pregnant and Big Girls Don’t Cry will have their world premieres at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival 2026, one of the world’s leading platforms for independent cinema and emerging voices. 

The research covered three areas: economic activity in New Zealand screen production, the cultural impact on NZ screen production, and how our screen content influences global perceptions of New Zealand.