New Zealand Film Commission: Lights, Camera, Kōrero

In this episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero, Deputy CEO and Head of Co-production and Incentives Chris Payne sits down with Kate Rodger to unpack why international co-productions are more than just a funding tool, they’re a creative and economic game-changer for Aotearoa’s screen industry. Chris also shares insights from recent trips to Dublin, Galway, and Annecy/MIFA, where New Zealand showcased its animation capabilities and local creative forged partnerships with global players. From unlocking new markets to building cultural bridges, this conversation dives into how strategic collaborations are shaping the future of storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ant Timpson, the mastermind behind 48Hours, dives into the origin story of New Zealand’s biggest guerrilla film competition. With over 10,000 short films and more than two decades of chaos, he shares what it takes to stand out in the fast-and-furious world of 48-hour filmmaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NZFC CEO, Annie Murray, sits down with award-winning journalist Mike McRoberts to discuss the Commission's global trade mission. From rekindling Kiwi ties to India to strengthening relationships in the UK and facilitating global success in Cannes, Annie shares just how crucial these strategic missions are to the success of the film sector in Aotearoa.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the upcoming Cannes Film Festival, renowned local producer, Matthew Metcalfe, sits down with Kate to explore the importance of relationships. From forming invaluable contacts at The Cannes Film Market to the mentors that shaped him, and his most successful project, his children. This is a deeply personal and special conversation, bring tissues.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence in this episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero. Our host Kate Rodger is joined by two exceptional industry leaders today, Frances Valintine CNZM, Founder and CEO of AcademyEX, and Alice Shearman, Executive Director of the New Zealand Writers Guild, to unpack the impact of AI on the film industry—bringing two distinct and thought-provoking perspectives to the table. From creativity and copyright to opportunities and ethical concerns, this fascinating conversation delves into what AI could mean for storytellers, producers, and the future of screen content in Aotearoa and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to dive into the heart of Indigenous storytelling with Lights, Camera, Kōrero. In this episode, host Annabelle Lee-Mather is joined by Māoriland Film Festival Director Maddy de Young and introducing Screen Wellington’s Tanya Black for a rich kōrero that spans community, creativity, and cultural power. Together, Annabelle and Maddy explore the festival’s deep emotional and economic impact on Ōtaki and beyond.From its beginnings in a cheeky short film to its rise as the largest Indigenous film festival in the Southern Hemisphere, Māoriland pulses with bold vision and fearless filmmaking. More than a festival, it’s a movement—and its story is still unfolding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Acclaimed producer and Head of Funding at the New Zealand Film Commission, Ainsley Gardiner, alongside Esther Cahill-Chiaroni, former Executive Director of Script to Screen and now Film Development Lead, speak with Kate Rodger about the evolving funding landscape at NZFC and the importance of creatives asking themselves 'why'? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nau mai, Haere mai and welcome to the very first episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero! Journalist and Film Critic Kate Rodger kicks things off with a crucial conversation on the future of New Zealand’s screen industry. She sits down with Philippa Mossman, Head of International Attraction and Marketing at the New Zealand Film Commission. Philippa recently returned from Los Angeles, where she led a key delegation of New Zealand’s top production and post-production experts in an effort to foster critical connections in Hollywood. In this episode we’ll dive into the highlights of that trip, explore the current state of the global and local screen industries, and look ahead at how we can stay competitive in the face of global challenges.Recorded December 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.