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New Zealand’s latest cinematic success, Tinā (Tih-NAH), has taken the country by storm, surpassing $1 million in its opening weekend. The film is currently No. 1 on the box office charts, earning $1,324,529 to date with nearly 84,000 ticket sales. Tinā...

Over the past year, the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) has undertaken a targeted programme of international engagement, ensuring New Zealand’s filmmakers and screen industry remain globally competitive. By maintaining a strong presence in key...

12 February 2025 NZ On Air and the NZ Film Commission (NZFC) acknowledge the importance of ensuring public funding delivers the best possible outcomes for audiences and the wider sector. The Ministry for Culture and Heritage has today released a...

India doesn’t just produce the most films of any country annually—it’s also one of the fastest-growing film industries, with a massive appetite for international partnerships, cutting-edge post-production, and fresh storytelling. Our Head of Co-...

Feature Film Post Production Investment helps exciting projects to get over the finishing line. What we fund Post production financing to help finish films for the big screen. This is in the form of equity investment up to $500,000. Who can apply...

Feature Film Production Investment supports our filmmaking community to make films that are loved by their intended audiences.  You can apply for a Production Investment of up to $2.5million for your film.   Full information can be...

Feature Film Development Funding enables filmmakers to take the time and care necessary to craft remarkable scripts and documentary stories. Then, as a project progresses towards shooting, the funding extends to support casting, packaging and the...

We are delighted to welcome Aimee McCammon and Jon Kroll to our Board. Their expertise and passion will undoubtedly bring valuable perspectives to our team, and we look forward to collaborating with them in the exciting work ahead. At the same time...

Looking for the perfect way to relax, entertain the whānau, or revisit iconic Kiwi films this summer? Dive into the refreshed NZ Film OnDemand, where you can explore the best of New Zealand’s cinematic storytelling and support local filmmakers while...

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast, Lights, Camera, Kōrero, where we bring you behind-the-scenes insights and in-depth conversations about the future of New Zealand’s screen industry.  In our debut episode, journalist and...

Tēnā tātou e te hāpori kiriata, to the filmmaking community.  Thank you! For your patience and for the energy many of you have given to help us work through some of our processes to create stronger relationships, simpler systems - and ultimately...

The New Zealand Film Commission welcomed the opportunity to provide feedback during the consultation period for Amplify: A Creative and Cultural Strategy for New Zealand. The draft strategy outlines how the government will prioritise support for our...

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is pleased to share highlights from the 2023/24 year, a period marked by significant change and progress. Detailed in the NZFC’s Annual Report, this year’s achievements position the Crown entity to introduce...

The New Zealand Film Commission has recently been through change to both our strategy and our structure. We are looking for an Investment and Development Executive (Executive) to join our Auckland based team to administer development and production...

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is pleased to share highlights from the 2023/24 year, a period marked by significant change and progress. Detailed in the NZFC’s Annual Report, this year’s achievements position the Crown entity to introduce...

The NZFC in partnership with SPADA were pleased to support Carthew Neal and David White to attend the Entrepreneurial Producing for the Creative Industries course held at the National Film & Television School, United Kingdom. The course covered...

Take our survey here! As part of our ongoing commitment to He Ara Whakaurunga Kanorau | Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is proud to announce the launch of a survey aimed at capturing insights from across the...

He Kauahi Catalyst aims to support New Zealand filmmakers to progress their talents to the next stage and make exceptional, high end narrative short films that will ignite the flame and be the catalyst for change in their career. What we fund He...

The 2024/25 Industry Development Fund combines the previous Strategic training Fund and the NZFC administered On-the-Job Development programme for internships, mentorships, attachments and professional placements. It has a focus on devolving support to...

Tomo Mai (The NZFC Application Portal) is open as at 1 August for Feature Film Production Investment (FFPI), Advanced Development (ADF) and International Co-Development Fund (ICF) funding applications. The corresponding guidelines have been updated to...

NZFC has today announced the appointment of Esther Cahill-Chiaroni to the role of Development Lead and Morgan Waru (Ngāti Porou) to the role of Exec – Development and Investment. Esther was Executive Director at Script to Screen for 8 years where she co...

Following Minister Goldsmith’s announcement on 2 July 2024, a minor change has been made to the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate Criteria for New Zealand Productions. Effective from 1 July 2024, scripted series with minimum Qualifying New Zealand...

Image description:  A head and shoulders image of Jared Flitcroft, wearing a dark grey top in front of a white background. We caught up with Jared Flitcroft to discuss his hopes for the future of deaf, disabled and neurodivergent...

The New Zealand Film Commission is saddened to learn of the death of Hollywood producer Jon Landau, who died on Saturday 6 July NZT. “We are really feeling the loss of this remarkable and generous man. Jon’s role in further lifting New Zealand to...

The Producer International Travel Fund supports producers to travel to international festivals and markets. What we fund Travel to key international festivals and markets to advance the packaging and financing of film projects. Grant of up to $5,000...

Frequently asked questions are available to assist applicants with interpreting the Rebate criteria and application process. We encourage NZSPR applicants to review these documents regularly as they are updated from time to time. New versions have just...

Transmission Films in association with Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) are delighted to reveal today the trailer for Ka Whawhai Tonu - Struggle Without End, the historical story of the battle of O-Rākau told for...

Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) provides core operational funding for New Zealand screen guilds and industry organisations. This funding helps support these organisations to build networks, develop capacity and deliver a wide...

TIOREORE NGATAI-MELBOURNE AS RANGIMAI AND GUY PEARCE AS THOMAS MUNRO   Kismet in association with Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) and Mister Smith Entertainment are proud to release The Convert in cinemas...

A feature documentary project focussed on Jacinda Ardern has been in development for several years. In early 2023, funding of $5,000 was awarded including the Producer International Travel Fund and Boost business development funding. In February 2024,...

Kia ora, We are pleased to share our Draft Four Year Strategy. We are very keen to hear your thoughts and encourage feedback from all interested parties and stakeholders. Please note this strategic thinking will form the basis of the Statement of...

Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga New Zealand Film Commission congratulates writer-director Danis Goulet, producers Tara Woodbury, Paul Barkin, Ainsley Gardiner and Georgina Conder, co-producer Chelsea Winstanley and executive producers Taika Waititi, Lisa Meeches...

New Zealand Writers Guild (NZWG) Seed grants offer an opportunity for writers to develop feature film scripts without a producer attached. NZWG Seed funds supported by New Zealand Film Commission: Assistance for writers with the development of...

The New Zealand Film Commission supports the development of high impact, authentic and culturally significant films for Aotearoa New Zealand; we work to sustain and strengthen economic growth for our thriving film industry; we support the development of...

Not your average LEGAL AND BUSINESS AFFAIRS MANAGER  High Profile Role in an Exciting Industry The New Zealand Film Commission supports the development of high impact, authentic and culturally significant films for Aotearoa New Zealand; we...

There is up to $50,000 available per application for established Māori and Pacific Island filmmakers with the aim of supporting business and slate development. Project formats can include: Feature film narrative or documentary projects including...