• NZSPR Template - Audience Engagement Plan

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    Use this as a guide when preparing an Audience Engagement Plan for New Zealand Screen Production Rebate applications.

  • Trailer Revealed for Historical Aotearoa Epic Ka Whawhai Tonu - Struggle Without End

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    Issue date: 2 Apr 2024

    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...

  • The Convert, An historical epic from acclaimed director Lee Tamahori, releases in New Zealand cinemas this week

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    Issue date: 12 Mar 2024

    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...

  • New Zealand Film Commission Statement: Jacinda Ardern Documentary

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    Issue date: 11 Mar 2024

    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,...

  • Draft Four Year NZFC Strategy

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    Issue date: 2 Feb 2024

  • Access Coordinators

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    Issue date: 14 Feb 2024

    What is an Access Coordinator?  An Access Coordinator is a below-the-line crew role that works with film and television productions to ensure that access and adjustments are implemented so everyone can give their best work on set.   An...

  • Draft Four Year NZFC Strategy

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    Issue date: 2 Feb 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...

  • 11 Nominations for Night Raiders at Canadian Screen Awards

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    Issue date: 21 Feb 2022

    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...

  • Official Co-production Declaration - NZSPR Interim Applications

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    Issue date: 31 Jan 2024

    Official Co-productions applying for an Interim Rebate under the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate must complete this form and include it with the application materials.

  • Briefing to the Incoming Minister 2023

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    Issue date: 30 Jan 2024

  • NZFC External Complaints Policy

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    Issue date: 23 Oct 2019

    The New Zealand Film Commission values feedback from our stakeholders. This document outlines the policy as it applies to all external stakeholders working with the NZFC, and also covers employees, secondees, interns, independent consultants,...

  • Melbourne Film Festival

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    The Melbourne International Film Festival has been running for 71 years and is the most significant screen event in Australia. What is it? The Festival includes the best current cinema from around the world as well as retrospectives, tributes and...

  • Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival

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    Hot Docs is North America's largest documentary film festival and conference. What does Hot Docs screen? The Toronto-based festival screens more than 170 films from around the world, many of them world and North American premieres. The ...

  • Busan Film Festival

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    The Busan International Film Festival is Asia's largest film festival. What is it? A great place to discover new work from the region's filmmakers A standard stop for festival programmers looking for Asian titles An important destination for the...

  • SXSW

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    Issue date: 28 Jan 2016

    Held in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, the event features sessions, showcases,...

  • Rotterdam Film Festival

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    Rotterdam has become a crucial festival for bold international cinema. An annual festival of indie and innovative films from around the world, Rotterdam also includes the CineMart co-production market for new work. New Zealand films at Rotterdam New...

  • Berlin International Film Festival

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    The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) is one of the world’s top film festivals. It takes place every February and is home to a wide range of film screenings and industry events. What is shown? Up to 400 films are shown each year. Most of...

  • Sundance Film Festival

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    Sundance is one of the world's most significant and important festivals for independent films.  The festival is universally recognised as a leading showcase for emerging directors, and a key  launch-pad for indie film from the U.S...

  • Venice Film Festival

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    Founded in 1932, the Venice Film Festival is the world's oldest film festival.   The festival is widely considered to be a showcase for international auteur cinema and is among the top five in the world in terms of prestige and as an industry event...

  • Toronto International Film Festival

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    The Toronto International Film Festival is a key festival for launching independent productions.  The festival (or TIFF) is often referred to as a test event for American and European independent productions, providing good opportunities for...

  • School Study Guides

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    Are you studying a New Zealand film at school? We have created school study guides for some films we have funded. These study guides can be used in conjunction with NCEA requirements.

  • Job vacancy: Systems Support Analyst – SharePoint and M365

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    Issue date: 19 Oct 2023

    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...

  • Job Vacancy: Legal and Business Affairs Manager

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    Issue date: 11 Oct 2023

    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...

  • The He Ara Development Fund is Open

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    Issue date: 10 Oct 2023

    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...

  • Statement of Performance Expectations 2023/24

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    Issue date: 3 Jul 2023

    This is the Film Commission's Statement of Performance Expectations for the year ending June 30 2024.

  • Feature Film Finishing Grant Guidelines

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    The Feature Film Finishing Grant helps independent filmmakers to finish their fims so they are ready to be seen by cinema audiences. Read these helpful guidelines before applying for a Feature Film Finishing Grant. 

  • NZSPR Template - Non-Arm's Length Expenditure

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    Use this template to declare non-arm's length expenditure in New Zealand Screen Production Rebate applications.

  • NZSPR Template - General Ledger

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    This document provides an example of the General Ledger requirement for New Zealand Screen Production Rebate applications.

  • NZSPR Template - Travel Schedule

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    Use this template to log cast & crew travel for your NZSPR Final (or Interim) application.

  • NZSPR Info Sheet - Promotional Materials Schedule

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    Promotional materials are required with all Final applications for the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate.

  • NZSPG International Criteria - 1 July 2017 (Updated 2019)

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    Issue date: 31 Oct 2019

    Download the current NZSPG-International Criteria here (Updated 2019).

  • NZSPR Template - Expenditure Statement for International Productions

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    Use this Expenditure Statement Template for the New Zealand Screen Production Rebate for International Productions.

  • Job vacancy: Industry Executive, Kaiwhakahononga Hāpori (Fixed Term/Contract)

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    Issue date: 6 Sep 2023

    Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is looking to recruit an Industry Executive, Kaiwhakahononga Hāpori – Māori and Sustainability - on a fixed term and/or contract basis for six months from late October 2023, to assist...

  • NZSPR Template - Expenditure Statement for New Zealand Productions

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    Expenditure Statements are required with all New Zealand Screen Production Rebate applications.

  • NZSPG Criteria for New Zealand Productions (1 July 2017)

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    Download the New Zealand Screen Production Grant Criteria for New Zealand Productions dated 1 July 1 2017:

  • NZFC Interactive Budget Template

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    Issue date: 18 Aug 2023