This year we are delighted to partner with Film Talks in the Wairarapa to provide special introductions and welcome some homegrown filmmakers at their NZIFF screenings in Masterton, at Regent 3 Cinemas.

Amazing Grace

Jane Ross of Film Talks and Mark Rogers of RNZ’s Nashville Babylon will introduce the screening on Friday 30 August at 6.00 pm

A Seat at the Table

Update - Q+A will now be with Clive Paton (Ata Rangi) and Larry McKenna (Escarpment) with Jane Ross moderating. Clive and Larry will also be offering wine sampling prior to the screening (3pm - 4pm at Regent 3 Cinemas). Screening on Sunday 1 September at 4.00 pm

Helen Kelly – Together

Tony Sutorius will be in attendance for a Q+A moderated by Jane Ross following the screening on Sunday 8 September at 4.15 pm

Film Talks in the Wairarapa connects local fans with the latest films and filmmakers around New Zealand. Each film talk is facilitated by Jane Ross, a local film advisor, critic and script writer. Come along and learn about the creative aspects of filmmaking, including acting, writing and directing feature films in New Zealand.