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 1999 film directed by Robert Sarkies, a group of university students in Dunedin, New Zealand, stumble upon an abandoned house and decide to squat there. Their lives take…

In this 1999 film directed by Robert Sarkies, a group of university students in Dunedin, New Zealand, stumble upon an abandoned house and decide to squat there. Their lives take…

In this psychological thriller directed by Scott Reynolds, a psychiatrist delves into the mind of a confessed serial killer to understand his motives and uncover the truth behind his gruesome…

In this psychological thriller directed by Scott Reynolds, a psychiatrist delves into the mind of a confessed serial killer to understand his motives and uncover the truth behind his gruesome…

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 directed by Lee Tamahori delves into the tumultuous lives of a Maori family grappling with poverty, domestic violence, and cultural disconnection. The…

In this 1993 psychological thriller directed by Garth Maxwell, the story follows two siblings, Jack and Dora, who are separated at a young age and endure traumatic experiences in their…

In this 1993 psychological thriller directed by Garth Maxwell, the story follows two siblings, Jack and Dora, who are separated at a young age and endure traumatic experiences in their…

Directed by Peter Jackson, this 1992 horror-comedy film follows the story of a young man named Lionel who must deal with the aftermath of his mother’s unfortunate encounter with a…

Directed by Jane Campion, this biographical drama chronicles the life of New Zealand author Janet Frame, from her troubled childhood to her emergence as a celebrated writer. The film is…

In this 1987 cult classic directed by Peter Jackson, a small New Zealand town becomes the battleground for a group of government operatives fighting against an alien invasion. The aliens,…

This animated film, based on the popular New Zealand comic strip by Murray Ball, follows the humorous and heartwarming adventures of a sheepdog and his owner on a rural farm….

Set in 1949 New Zealand, this comedic drama follows the misadventures of two small-time crooks who attempt to con a local bookie, only to find themselves entangled in a series…

Set in the remote and rugged landscapes of New Zealand, this 1984 film directed by Vincent Ward follows the story of a young girl who becomes the guardian of her…