New Zealand Film Commission

Two high school outcasts decide to gatecrash the final big party before the turn of the millennium on New Year’s Eve 1999. As the clock hits midnight, the night spirals…

Amidst the introduction of a new initiative to disclose surgeons’ performance records, the life of a talented surgeon spirals into chaos. Her fellow doctors start to band together against her,…

When eleven-year-old Mildred’s world is thrown into chaos due to her mother’s hospitalization, her distant father, Strawn Wise, an American magician, steps in to care for her. In an effort…

In this 2023 film directed by Andy Muschietti, the narrative follows the titular superhero as he navigates a complex multiverse, attempting to alter past events to save his family. This…

Jim is gearing up for his debut in the professional fighting arena, but his encounter with Whetu, a gay Maori youth who resides in a weathered beachside shack, prompts him…

Set in the 1920s Montana, this film explores the complex dynamics between two brothers, Phil and George Burbank, who run a successful ranch. The arrival of George’s new wife, Rose,…

In this poignant drama, Essie Davis stars as a fiercely determined mother struggling to regain custody of her children while navigating the challenges of homelessness and societal judgment. Directed by…

Mata, Missy, and Makareta are three cousins whose lives have taken different paths due to various circumstances, yet they remain connected by their shared heritage. Mata, an orphan, grows up…

Drawing from real-life accounts of New Zealand’s street gangs over three decades, this narrative traces Danny’s journey through three pivotal stages of his life, evolving from a young boy into…

This documentary delves into the controversial life of Kim Dotcom, the flamboyant internet entrepreneur behind the file-sharing website Megaupload. Directed by Annie Goldson, the film explores the legal battles and…

In this 2015 horror-comedy, a group of teenage metalheads inadvertently summon a malevolent force after playing a mysterious piece of sheet music. As chaos ensues, they must band together to…

In this 2015 film, a young Scottish man named Jay Cavendish, played by Kodi Smit-McPhee, embarks on a journey across the American frontier in search of his lost love. He…

In Nelson, New Zealand, a twelve-year-old named Ben is eager to construct the winning Kiwi Flyer for the upcoming trolley derby. However, his aspirations are crushed when his father dies…

In New Zealand, a former guerrilla fighter from the Boer War is tasked with capturing a Maori man accused of killing a British soldier. As they journey together, they begin…

This documentary delves into the lives and careers of New Zealand’s beloved comedic country music duo, Jools and Lynda Topp. It explores their journey from rural farm life to becoming…

Set in Edwardian England, this whimsical tale follows the peculiar relationship between a reserved gentleman, Fisk, and the enigmatic Dean, who reveals extraordinary past-life experiences under the influence of a…

In this quirky romantic comedy, two socially awkward misfits, Lily and Jarrod, embark on an unconventional journey of love and self-discovery. Set in New Zealand, the film explores themes of…

In this 2006 horror-comedy directed by Jonathan King, the story unfolds on a remote New Zealand farm where a genetic experiment goes awry, turning sheep into bloodthirsty predators. The film…

Set in the rural landscapes of New Zealand during the 1970s, this coming-of-age drama follows the life of a young boy named Billy, who is navigating the complexities of adolescence…

A hitchhiker offers two children an exhilarating journey, but they quickly discover that their admired traveler can also turn their dreams into terrifying realities.

In this New Zealand comedy-thriller, a group of university students in Dunedin stumble upon an unexpected windfall when they discover a large sum of money in the basement of their…

A woman psychologist seeks to delve into the psyche of a self-admitted serial killer who has been confined to a psychiatric institution for the past five years due to his…

Directed by Peter Jackson, this 1994 film delves into the intense and imaginative friendship between two teenage girls in 1950s New Zealand. As their bond deepens, they retreat into a…

Set in urban New Zealand, this powerful drama explores the struggles of a Maori family grappling with poverty, domestic violence, and cultural identity. The film follows the Heke family, led…

In this chilling psychological thriller directed by Garth Maxwell, the story follows two siblings, Jack and Dora, who are separated at a young age and endure traumatic childhoods. As adults,…

In this cult classic horror-comedy, a young man’s life takes a gruesome turn when his overbearing mother is bitten by a mysterious creature, leading to a series of bizarre and…

This biographical drama, directed by Jane Campion, chronicles the life of New Zealand author Janet Frame, exploring her journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a celebrated writer. The film…

In this cult classic directed by Peter Jackson, a small New Zealand town becomes the epicenter of a bizarre alien invasion. The extraterrestrial beings, disguised as humans, have sinister plans…

Featuring the characters from Murray Ball’s “Footrot Flats”, (New Zealands most beloved local cartoon strip ). Questions to be answered include: Will Wal Footrot win the affections of Cheeky Hobson…

Set in 1949 New Zealand, this comedic caper follows two small-time conmen, Wes and Cyril, as they attempt to swindle a local bookie in a small town. Their scheme quickly…

Toss resides on a sheep farm in New Zealand with her father. After her father’s accidental death, a wandering hunter named Ethan arrives at the farm and is employed by…