Move over, Wellywood – it's Auckland’s time to shine.

This weekend, be the very first to see not one but two incredible new Kiwi films premiering at the Civic at NZIFF 2025.

Workmates: Friday, 1 August 6:30pm

A hilarious and heartfelt romantic comedy from Kiwi director Curtis Vowell, Workmates follows theatre co-managers Lucy and Tom as they scramble to save their crumbling venue – and possibly fall for each other in the process. Starring Sophie Henderson, Matt Whelan, and Chris Parker, it’s a charming love letter to creative chaos, friendship, and second chances.

The Weed Eaters: Saturday, 2 August 9:00pm 

Forget everything you think you know about wellness. This bold, biting debut from filmmakers Callum Devlin, Alice May Connolly, Annabel Kean and Finnius Teppett skewers New Age cultism with style, humour, and a dose of horror. The Weed Eaters is visually arresting, deliciously strange, and the kind of wild ride only NZIFF can deliver.

Tickets for both sessions are filling fast - book your tickets now!