Inspiring a new generation of filmmakers
A Wave in the Ocean
A cohort of emerging writers and directors were selected for A Wave in the Ocean, a 12-month intensive driven by filmmaking powerhouses Dame Jane Campion and Phillipa Campbell. The programme offers an incredible opportunity for developing filmmakers to deepen their craft and encourages steps towards feature filmmaking, through short-film development.
“To share and encourage the talent of new filmmakers and storytellers in New Zealand, through the Wave in the Ocean programme and more generally, is simply the most satisfying and exciting part of my career to date,” says Campion. “I love to be part of a multigenerational community that dares, cares, and creates.”
Five titles from A Wave in the Ocean will also screen as a part of the Ngā Whanaunga Aotearoa: New Zealand’s Best programme
A Very Good Boy 2025
A House Husband’s secret desire leads to disaster.
The Brightness 2025
A group of teenagers reunite to spend time with the friend of their mother one year after his death, but the late arrival of Jed sets the sacred evening awry.
Girl Time 2025
Marianne is getting ready for a dreaded family dinner when two mysterious young girls appear, wanting her to play with them.
Peel 1982
A father attempts to discipline his son for throwing orange peel out the window on a summertime car-trip – a tale of domestic tension.
Kurī 2025
Blunt, unapologetic & beautiful, Kurī resonates. - LK
Lion Rock 2025
Slowburn with an underbelly of turmoil. - CF
The Girl Next Door 2025
Haunting & ritualistic, an engaging perspective not often entertained. - CF
In Conversation with Jack Maurer 2026
Something's not quite right in the modern, free tech state of Aotearoa. - LK
Socks 2025
Sometimes when feelings are strong a memento is a must. - LK