Panel Discussion: We Are Still Here
Monday 1 August 2022
Cancelled.
Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival and the Australian High Commission present We Are Still Here filmmakers in discussion.
In order to move forward, we must first look back
We Are Still Here is a unique Indigenous film that interweaves eight powerful tales to tell a sweeping story of hope and survival.
To discuss the collaborative process behind the eight writing and directing teams that created this stand out anthology, Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival and the Australian High Commission are proud to present a discussion forum featuring special guests from the film – Toni Stowers, Megan Wilding, Chantelle Burgoyne and Renae Maihi.
Facilitator: Dale Corlett
Toni Stowers (Tainui, Samoan) began her career with theatrical agency HLA Management, where she developed a passion to work with stories and storytellers. Toni was part of the National Indigenous Television’s Commissioning team where she was able to further extend her knowledge and passion for Indigenous storytelling that leads the conversation, challenges perceptions and entertains. Since joining No Coincidence Media, Toni has produced her first short film, Closed Doors, written and directed by Hunter Page Lochard and Carter Fred Simpkin, featuring Wayne Blair; developed an 8 half hour comedy series The Force.
Megan Wilding, a proud Gamilaroi woman, has established a reputation as a prolifically talented actor, writer and director. Since graduating from WAAPA, Megan has appeared in leading roles in Banging Denmark and Blackie Blackie Brown for the Sydney Theatre Company and The Rover for Belvoir St Theatre.
Samoan Chantelle Burgoyne has worked in film as a director, writer, editor, and producer. Internationally, she has produced Jason Derulo & Jawsh 685’s music video Savage Love. Other credits include Tatau and Sanctuary on which she produced, directed, wrote, and edited.
Renae Maihi is a New Zealand film director and screenwriter. Her short films include Mannahatta and Ka Puta Ko Au, and her first feature film, Waru, was released in 2017. She is Māori of Ngāpuhi and Te Arawa descent. Her work has been shown at Berlin International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, and the ImagiNATIVE Film Festival in Toronto among others.
Facilitator: Dale Corlett
Toni Stowers (Tainui, Samoan) began her career with theatrical agency HLA Management, where she developed a passion to work with stories and storytellers. Toni was part of the National Indigenous Television’s Commissioning team where she was able to further extend her knowledge and passion for Indigenous storytelling that leads the conversation, challenges perceptions and entertains. Since joining No Coincidence Media, Toni has produced her first short film, Closed Doors, written and directed by Hunter Page Lochard and Carter Fred Simpkin, featuring Wayne Blair; developed an 8 half hour comedy series The Force.
Megan Wilding, a proud Gamilaroi woman, has established a reputation as a prolifically talented actor, writer and director. Since graduating from WAAPA, Megan has appeared in leading roles in Banging Denmark and Blackie Blackie Brown for the Sydney Theatre Company and The Rover for Belvoir St Theatre.
Samoan Chantelle Burgoyne has worked in film as a director, writer, editor, and producer. Internationally, she has produced Jason Derulo & Jawsh 685’s music video Savage Love. Other credits include Tatau and Sanctuary on which she produced, directed, wrote, and edited.
Renae Maihi is a New Zealand film director and screenwriter. Her short films include Mannahatta and Ka Puta Ko Au, and her first feature film, Waru, was released in 2017. She is Māori of Ngāpuhi and Te Arawa descent. Her work has been shown at Berlin International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, and the ImagiNATIVE Film Festival in Toronto among others.
We Are Still Here Discussion Forum
Sunday 7 August 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Venue: Australian High Commission, 72-76 Hobson St, Wellington
Tickets: $10
Limited to 75 participants
Tickets available HERE
