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🎞️ Podcasts recorded at the annual Big Screen Symposium & TALKS series recorded by Script to Screen at various regional events in Aotearoa, NZ. 🎞️ These podcasts are shared to help develop the craft and culture of storytelling for the screen in Aotearoa and beyond.

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Working with Canada | Script to Screen TALK 2024

46 min

Three Canadian guests with diverse backgrounds and experiences will discuss international co-productions and industry trends in Canada. The shared concerns, values, and history of New Zealand and Canada make them an ideal country to partner with and partnering is a great way to fully finance your projects.  Fraser Ash has worked with renowned creatives on complex film and TV productions, Alain Strati has industry knowledge from his policy and government relations work at the Canadian Media Producers Association, and Paula Devonshire, a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation, brings unique values from her work in the Canadian screen industry.    Moderated by Entertainment Lawyer Sarah Cull. The talk is a collaboration with WIFT and the speakers are in New Zealand thanks to support from Ontario Creates, Telefilm Canada, Canadian Heritage, the Canadian Media Producers Association, the Indigenous Screen Office, the New Zealand Film Commission, NZ On Air, Te Māngai Pāho and Screen Wellington. They are attending the WIFT New Zealand / Canada Co-Production Summit. 

After the Party | Script to Screen TALK 2024

49 min

Story creators Robyn Malcolm, Dianne Taylor and producer/director Peter Salmon come together with moderator Max Currie to talk about their collaborative process, from the very earliest story conversations to the writing, all stages of production, and publicity. Peter, Dianne and Robyn will discuss some of their learnings and how they managed challenges that inevitably arose along the way.Β 

The Moon Is Upside Down | Script to Screen TALK 2024

51 min

Following the recent New ZealandΒ release ofΒ The Moon is Upside Down, Loren Taylor (writer/director/actor) joins moderator and writer Duncan Sarkies (Scarfies, andΒ Two Little Boys) to discuss her writing process, the challenges of creating stories and characters that come alive on screen, and how she and her team moved this unique and beautifully crafted feature from her initial idea to production and release. With a production schedule of just 22 days and a budget of $1.5millionΒ The Moon is Upside DownΒ is a significant achievement.Β This promises to be a fascinating discussion and a rare insight into processes that will appeal to filmmakers at all levels, especially those wanting to make their first feature film.

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Working with Canada | Script to Screen TALK 2024

46 min

Three Canadian guests with diverse backgrounds and experiences will discuss international co-productions and industry trends in Canada. The shared concerns, values, and history of New Zealand and Canada make them an ideal country to partner with and partnering is a great way to fully finance your projects.  Fraser Ash has worked with renowned creatives on complex film and TV productions, Alain Strati has industry knowledge from his policy and government relations work at the Canadian Media Producers Association, and Paula Devonshire, a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation, brings unique values from her work in the Canadian screen industry.    Moderated by Entertainment Lawyer Sarah Cull. The talk is a collaboration with WIFT and the speakers are in New Zealand thanks to support from Ontario Creates, Telefilm Canada, Canadian Heritage, the Canadian Media Producers Association, the Indigenous Screen Office, the New Zealand Film Commission, NZ On Air, Te Māngai Pāho and Screen Wellington. They are attending the WIFT New Zealand / Canada Co-Production Summit. 

After the Party | Script to Screen TALK 2024

49 min

Story creators Robyn Malcolm, Dianne Taylor and producer/director Peter Salmon come together with moderator Max Currie to talk about their collaborative process, from the very earliest story conversations to the writing, all stages of production, and publicity. Peter, Dianne and Robyn will discuss some of their learnings and how they managed challenges that inevitably arose along the way.Β 

The Moon Is Upside Down | Script to Screen TALK 2024

51 min

Following the recent New ZealandΒ release ofΒ The Moon is Upside Down, Loren Taylor (writer/director/actor) joins moderator and writer Duncan Sarkies (Scarfies, andΒ Two Little Boys) to discuss her writing process, the challenges of creating stories and characters that come alive on screen, and how she and her team moved this unique and beautifully crafted feature from her initial idea to production and release. With a production schedule of just 22 days and a budget of $1.5millionΒ The Moon is Upside DownΒ is a significant achievement.Β This promises to be a fascinating discussion and a rare insight into processes that will appeal to filmmakers at all levels, especially those wanting to make their first feature film.

AI for VFX | BSS2024

54 min

Kimball Thurston leads the strategy for future technology for VFX production at Weta FX. This session uses real-life examples as he offers insight into the AI intersections with creative artists and how these tools add to the creative process, not take away from it. This session is presented by Weta FX and WingNut Films.Β 

In the Spirit of Coopetition - RFONZ Panel Discussion | BSS2024

1 hr 0 min

The eleven regional film offices around New Zealand might be seen as competitors, but they’ve found a way over the last decade to cooperate and collaborate with each other in the spirit of β€˜NZ Inc’, recognising the healthy β€˜coopetition’ can be the best way to combine resources and achieve shared goals. They’re working towards a vision shared by many, a well-functioning Aotearoa New Zealand screen industry. This panel discusses how and why the RFOs work together and what lessons can be learnt about this collaboration. And most importantly, what exactly does a well-functioning screen industry look like, from North to South? Join this outstanding panel are moderator Jaclyn Philpott (Association of Film Commissioners International) visiting from Los Angeles, Petrina D’RozarioΒ  from Screen CanterburyNZ, Mark Westerby from Screen Wellington, Kahli Scott from Film Queenstown Lakes and Jade Kent from Film Bay of Plenty.Β 

Casting: Anousha Zarkesh in conversation with Fraser Brown | BSS2024

57 min

Australian Casting director Anousha Zarkesh, an influential creative force in the Australian screen industry, is in conversation with producer Fraser Brown discussing how to establish a great relationship with your Casting Director. They cover searching for new talent and attaching high-profile actors, the importance of cultural considerations and respect protocols and considerations in early develipment and budgeting. This session is a collaboration with Actors Equity.Β 

Alexander Swords: Diverse Storytelling Patterns | BSS2024

58 min

ALEXANDER SWORDS presents Diverse Story Telling Patterns. He introduces the building blocks and patterns discovered in his research for Narrative Design. This gives an insight β€œunder the hood” of how the different conventions function to engage audiences around the world. You’ll discover what film and tv writers can learn from narrative design in games.Β 

Accessibility Matters | BSS2024

55 min

Historically speaking, there has been a lack of representation and access for those who are deaf, disabled or neurodivergent within the screen industry. Chelsea Bridges, Jared Flitcroft and Felicity Hamill have a mission to improve industry standards by using their skills as access coordinators. This new role helps create a safe place on set for everyone. It can also improve every stage of production from development through to post-production to ensure best practice is implemented in front of and behind the camera. This session was moderated by Dale Corlett and Tayla Hancock from the New Zealand Film Commission.Β Β 

Case Study: Job-Sharing | BSS2024

53 min

With many people unable to continue working full time due to changing life circumstances and wellbeing concerns or outright leaving the screen industry, job-sharing is becoming a widely recommended practice. Jonathon Dutton from Screen Well Australia presents the findings from the Screen Australia funded initiative, Breaking Down the Barriers to Job-Sharing which involved piloting job-sharing on a Matchbox Picture’s production in Sydney.Β  Following Jonathon’s presentation, Screen Guild’s ED Kelly Lucas initiates a discussion with the audience to gain some answers about how our screen industry could successfully implement job-sharing.Β 

Case Study: Equity and Inclusion with Miles From Nowhere | BSS2024

55 min

NZ On Air Head of Partnerships Raewyn Rasch introduces a case study of Sky Originals show Miles From Nowhere, where producers Ahmed Osman and Sam Wilton talk about the strategies they implemented to ensure inclusive representation of the Muslim community throughout the entire production process from casting to call sheets to creative decisions. Focused on representing the changing face of Aotearoa New Zealand, they explain how this level of equity and representation in front of and behind the camera can be achieved.Β  This session was presented by NZ On Air.Β Β 

Music & Screen – A Beautiful Collision | Testify | BSS2024

54 min

NZ On Air Head of Music Teresa Patterson presents a conversation with experienced music supervisor Amine Ramer and Executive Producer Philippa Rennie to discuss the use of music in New Zealand screen stories. This includes forensic examination of a script, advice on budgeting for music, deciding how to use what songs where, and collaborating with the director, producer and editor on song choices. This session uses Testify as an example to show the power the right song has, to elevate moments on screen. This session is presented by NZ On Air to encourage more New Zealand music in our screen stories.Β Β 

The Rise of Viva La Dirt League | BSS2024

1 hr 1 min

Hear how three friends came together to create the groundbreaking YouTube sensation Viva La Dirt League. After 13 years they had amassed 6.27 million subscribers and 3.4 billion views. In this session with Adam King and Alan Morrison, they tell their story which led to over 1,000 sketches and videos being released and several projects in development. This session is presented by Screen Auckland.Β 

Alexander Swords: Getting On The Same Page | BSS2024

57 min

Getting on the Same Page is a method devised by Alexander Swords, a designer, a director, and a game runner, to get key creatives working together towards the same outcome. His β€œone page” of six instruments are taken from a range of creative processes to act as a source of truth. It holds intention, facilitates clearer communication, and helps teams hold themselves to account. During development it acts as prompts for all the important questions, and in production it helps teams understand the relationship between the many elements that come together for screen magic.Β 

Mana Whenua: Navigating Māori concepts in western contexts | BSS2024

56 min

Screen industry practitioners Piripi Curtis, Te Kohe Tuhaka, Angela Cudd, and Tihini Grant discuss the diverse strategies Māori producers employ within their unique productions, with the aim of creating a greater awareness of Māori values, practices and perspectives when it comes to filming on iwi and hapu owned land.   This session shares respectful engagement practices and nuances of engaging with mana whenua. 

Writing Methodology | BSS2024

58 min

Three leading screenwriters, Michael Bennett, Dianne Taylor and Lulu Wang share their experiences on the craft of writing for film and series, from the first idea being conceptualised through to the final draft for production based on examples from their own acclaimed work. This session is moderated by Marc Laureano and presented by South Pacific Pictures.Β Β 

Directing Masterclass with James Napier Robertson | BSS2024

1 hr 1 min

James Napier Robertson has established himself as one of New Zealand’s most successful filmmakers over the last ten years with acclaimed films I’m Not Harry Jenson, The Dark Horse, Whina and Joika. Delving into the craft of directing, James’s masterclass offers insights into how a story can be told with visual choices and clarity of meaning. This session is presented by the Department of Post.Β Β  Β 

Cliff Curtis | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

15 min

Β Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Cliff Curtis shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β 

Pax Assadi | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

11 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Pax Assadi shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β 

Jess Hong | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

7 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Jess Hong shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β 

Shane Rangi | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

10 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Shane Rangi shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β 

Lucy Lawless | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

9 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Lucy Lawless shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β  Β 

Beulah Koale | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

8 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Beulah Koale shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β 

Robyn Malcolm | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024

10 min

Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Robyn Malcolm shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown.Β Β  Β  This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.Β Β 

Lulu Wang In Conversation with Shuchi Kothari | BSS2024

55 min

American writer, director and showrunner Lulu Wang speaks with NZ-based screenwriter Shuchi Kothari about her adaption process of the book The Expatriates, her journey finding her voice as a writer and her directing work. They touch on her feature film The Farewell which draws on a personal story for her, and more recently her six-episode drama series Expats which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and quickly became one of the most highly rated shows of the year. This session is presented by Images & Sound.Β 

Script to Screen TALK 2023: Lee Tamahori In Conversation

59 min

Script to Screen was delighted to present this in-conversation with Lee Tamahori, one of New Zealand’s most successful and celebrated filmmakers. He is the director and co-writer ofΒ The Convert, starring Guy Pearce and Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne and premiering at Toronto International Film Festival where it was described as β€˜a stunning, sweeping & action-packed historical epic’. Paula Morris moderated the discussion exploring Lee'sΒ approach to making the film, including story themes, ideology and past experiences that guided his decisions. This talk was held in October 2023 at the Capitol Cinema in Auckland.Β Β  ----more---- Lee Tamahori has an extraordinary body of work not limited to Once Were Warriors,β€―Mulholland Falls,β€―Along Came A Spider, Die Another Day, and more recentlyβ€―Mahanaβ€―akaβ€―The Patriach.Β  ----more---- This talk contains Explicit Language and mentions domestic violence and sexual assault. These themes and topics could be upsetting for some listeners. Discretion is advised.Β  ----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the New Zealand Film Commission,β€―Foundation North,β€―Images &β€―Sound,β€―White Studiosβ€―andβ€―The Capitol Cinema.β€―Β  ----more---- The voiceover was recorded by Jamie Irvine, and the music is by Podington Bear.Β Β  You can read more about these speakers at our website www.script-to-screen.co.nzΒ 

Script to Screen TALK 2023: Kickstart your Screenwriting Career

55 min

Explore the roots of accomplished New Zealand writers Briar Grace-Smith, Michael Bennett, and Pip Hall, and how they have each paved their way for a successful career in the screen industry. Jackie Dennis probes into their screenwriting process and seeks their advice for aspiring screenwriters including navigating writer's block and special tips.Β  This talk was held in August 2023, at the ChristchurchΒ Screen Canterbury offices.Β  ----more---- Pip Hall writes for television and theatre and has won awards in both mediums. Pip’s most recent works are Jonah and One Lane Bridge. Β  Briar Grace Smith – Writes for feature films and tv series. Most recently, Briar wrote and co-directed the Feature film Cousins and was a writer forΒ  Season 2 of Rurangi.Β  Michael Bennett – writes across many mediums, including novels, Tv series and feature films. His most recent release is The Gone, but our audience will also know mini-series In Dark Places and the feature film Matariki.Β Β  His novel Better the Blood is currently being adapted for the screen.Β  Jackie Dennis, Executive Director of Script to Screen, moderated the conversation held in August of 2023 at the Screen CanterburyNZ offices. ----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the New Zealand Film Commission, Te Puna Matarau, Screen CanterburyNZ, Images & Sound and South Island Media. ----more---- The voice-over was recorded by Jamie Irvine, and the music is by Podington Bear. Β  You can read more about these speakers at our website www.script-to-screen.co.nzΒ  Β 

Script to Screen TALKS 2023: Development Essentials with Nicole Dade (Extract)

21 min

Experienced screenwriter, script editor and development producer Nicole Dade breaks down the script development process and discusses how to develop your own idea so that it moves forward. Nicole talks about the main structural element of the story, the story world, and examines how the importance of finding the heart and primal theme of the story is fundamental to its success.Β  This talk was held in June 2023, at the Christchurch Screen Canterbury offices.Β Β  ----more---- Nicole is referencing slides throughout this talk, but it is easy to following her development essentials without them.Β  This podcast contains one moment of strong language which hasn’t been censored.Β Β  ----more---- ABOUT NICOLE DADE:Β  NicoleΒ DadeΒ is a screenwriter, story developer and story/script producer with 15 years’ international experience in TV, film and online scripted content. She is a screenwriter of original and commissioned work and also contributes to writers’ rooms as writer, script editor or script producer. A skilled story and script consultant, Nicole is highly regarded for her creative and strategic insight and for her expertise in screen story and genre craft...----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the New Zealand Film Commission,Β  Te Puna Matarau,Β  Screen CanterburyNZ, White Studios and Images and Sound. ----more---- The voiceover was recorded by Jamie Irvine, and the music is by Podington Bear.Β Β  You can read more about these speakers at our website www.script-to-screen.co.nzΒ 

Script to Screen TALKS 2023: Crafting Powerful & Original Character Arcs, with Anthony Mullins

37 min

Β  ----more---- Episode Example (13min): The Beach | Full Episode | Bluey ----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the: New Zealand Film Commission, Foundation North, Te Auaha NZ Institute of Creativity, The Capitol Cinema, White Studios and Images and Sound.Β Β  ----more---- The voiceover was recorded by Jamie Irvine and the music is by Podington Bear. Β Β  You can read more about these speakers at our website www.script-to-screen.co.nzΒ 

Script to Screen TALK 2023: Adapting Real Life for the Screen

1 hr 11 min

Three outstanding writer-directors, Welby Ings, Matthew J. Saville, and Paula Whetu Jones discuss their observations with producer Karin Williams in crafting feature films Punch, Whina and Juniper. If you are telling a story from real life, learn from the experiences of these filmmakers as they recall the creative choices used to weave these screen stories of truth, memory, and social history.Β Β  This talk was recorded in Auckland, in March 2023.Β Β  ----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the New Zealand Film Commission, Foundation North, White Studios and Images and Sound. Β  ----more---- The voice-over was recorded by Jamie Irvine, and the music is by Podington Bear. You can read more about these speakers at our website www.script-to-screen.co.nzΒ  Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Opening Keynote Addresses: Mana Auaha – Creative Power

46 min

In our Opening Keynote Addresses, six creatives in roles integral to the filmmaking process respond to our theme Mana Auaha, Creative Power. Composer Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper, colourist Alana Cotton, costume designer Jane Holland, editor Jabez Olssen, production designer Ra Vincent, and unit stills photographer Kirsty Griffin each share insight into their individual creative process and what Mana Auaha means to them. This session is presented by Screen Auckland. The speakers are introduced by event MC and actor Morgana O’Reilly.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: The Art of Adaptation with Shaun Grant

46 min

In this session, Australian screenwriter and producer Shaun Grant speaks with NZ screenwriter Fiona Samuel about his adaptation process, how to choose your next project, and finding your voice as a writer. They touch on his feature films Snowtown, Berlin Syndrome, and most recently Nitram, which was the first Australian film to premiere In Competition at the Cannes Film Festival in a decade. This session is presented by Script to Screen.Β Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Creating a Successful Social Content Strategy – with the Aotearoa Screen Publicists’ Collective

1 hr 11 min

In this panel discussion presented by the Aotearoa Screen Publicists Collective,Β publicist Courtney Mayhew and comedian Joe Daymond dive into the importance of social media content and its role in helping your next project reaching its audience. They discuss building a successful strategy, what you need to stand out and how to do so while remaining authentic to your story and audience. This panel is moderated by Letterboxd Editor in Chief and Tangata Tiriti Chair of the Aotearoa Screen Publicists Collective, Gemma Gracewood.Β Β  The Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Screen Industry Worker’s Bill: What is it and what will it mean?

56 min

Update: this is now the Screen Industry Workers Act The Screen Industry Worker’s Bill was introduced to Parliament in 2020 and is expected to pass in the coming months. In this panel discussion, Principal Policy Advisor at MBIE (Emby), Gayathiri Ganeshan; the Executive Director of SPADA, Sandy Gildea; ED of DEGANZ, Tui Ruwhiu; ED of the NZ Writer’s Guild Alice Shearman; and the director of Equity New Zealand, Denise Roche speak with producer-director Leanne Pooley, offering an overview of the Bill and what it means for the screen industry. This session is presented by the SAE Institute.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: NZ Film Commission Presentation

47 min

This session is a presentation by the New Zealand Film Commission - Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga. Hear from acting CEO Mladen Ivancic, Pou Whakahaere, Te O Kahurangi Waaka, Head of Incentives Catherine Bates, Head of International Screen Attraction Philippa Mossman, and Head of Marketing Jasmin McSweeney as they celebrate recent creative, cultural and commercial achievements within the screen industry since BSS 2020. The team outline NZFC’s focus on supporting the industry through COVID-19, re-engaging internationally, and adopting a strategic approach to change.β€―Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: In Conversation with Toa Fraser

1 hr 4 min

In this session, writer, director and producer Toa Fraser shares insights into his creative process and how it has changed with his diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Toa speaks with writer, director Paula Whetu Jones about growing up in England, making his way to New Zealand and connecting with his Fijian roots all while creating stories and discovering what Mana Auaha means to him. This session is presented by Hnry.Β Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: In Conversation with Destin Daniel Cretton

52 min

In this session, celebrated writer director Destin Daniel Cretton speaks with NZ writer director Roseanne Liang about his journey developing his directing and storytelling voice throughout his career. They discuss his experience making the award-winning Short Term 12, and how its success eventually led to him directing Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - the first film in the MCU to be led by an Asian actor and have a mostly Asian cast. Destin joined the Big Screen Symposium via live stream. This session is presented by Wingnut Group.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Case Study: Kid Sister

53 min

In this session, series creator Simone Nathan and director Aidee Walker discuss the process of making the binge-worthy Jewish comedy series Kid Sister, from conception through to post-production. They speak with journalist Alex Casey about the writing process, the wearing of multiple creative β€˜hats’, the joys of working with other female creatives, and the challenges of overcoming budget limitations.Β Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Irirangi te Motu / NZ On Air Address

49 min

In this session, NZ On Air gives an update on what it’s been working on since December 2020, and where to from here. Chief Executive, Cameron Harland and Head of Funding, Amie Mills take us through topics such as innovative data framework for pan-sector audience measurement, new frontiers in children’s content, success of collaborations including Te Puna Kairangi and the co-fund with Te Māngai Pāho, some insights on what opportunities changes to NZSPG [SPIG] might bring, proposed updates to funding policies in the wake of the NZMF Review, and the win-win of bringing together New Zealand music and local screen content.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Case Study: Production Design with Grant Major – The Power of the Dog

1 hr 1 min

In this session, Grant Major delves into his involvement as a production designer on The Power of the Dog, from first reading the script, to the painstaking work in bringing the physical settings to life, and shepherding them through the filming process. He talks about how story and authenticity were the paramount drivers in day-to-day decisions, and the collaborations he had with a brilliant, creative team of people in the world-building for this highly successful film. This session is presented by Department of Post.Β  Β The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Story Techniques: Insights from the World of Games and VR

1 hr 1 min

In this panel discussion, moderator Sacha Judd speaks with narrative designer, producer and screenwriter Harry Feltham, writer for screen and VR, Dane Giraud and Design Manager at Wellington-based games company Pikpok, Rick Stemm, about the similarities and differences between the storytelling requirements in games, VR, film and television. They discuss what they have learnt from working in the respective mediums and what opportunities there might be to cross over. This session is presented by Screen Canterbury.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Ngā Aho Whakaari presents...Weaving the Future of Māori Storytelling

55 min

In this session, four screen industry practitioners, producer Mia Henry-Tierney, producer and showrunner Quinton Hita, writer/director Paula Whetu Jones and Pou Δ€rahi Kaupapa / Head of Content at Te Mangai Paho Blake Ihimaera as they share their experiences developing and creating work as Māori storytellers, building capacity in the industry, and their vision for the future of Māori stories on screen. This session is moderated by Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Director of Māori Advancement at AUT, Dr. Ella Henry.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2022: Sustainable Productions with Greenlit

59 min

In this panel discussion, sustainability manager and steering committee member for Greenlit Rose Archer, producer and Greenlit chair Craig Gainsborough and Vector’s senior sustainability partner Dr. Prageeth Jayathissa shed light on the enormous sustainability challenges faced by the screen industry. They offer practical methods and tools to help film productions reduce their environmental impact, meet local and international carbon reduction targets, and reduce waste in the screen sector. This session is presented by Screenrights.Β  The Big Screen Symposium was held in Auckland on the 9th and 10th of July 2022.Β 

Big Screen Symposium 2020: Keynote Addresses on the theme Transforming Culture

59 min

The opening keynote addresses are centered around the theme Transforming Culture and are delivered by five storytellers: documentary maker Leanne Pooley, games designer and producer Maru Nihoniho, writer and activist Cole Meyers, producer Emma Slade, writer/ director SebastiÑn Lelio online from Chile, and microbiologist Dr Siouxsie Wiles. Each speaker presents their ideas on the transformative power of story and the transformation the screen sector is currently experiencing from their own unique point of view and relevant to their recent work. This session is presented by Te Māngai Paho. The speakers are introduced by event MC & journalist Paula Penfold.   This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: A conversation with Finola Dwyer on the making of Brooklyn

1 hr 4 min

In this session, two-time Academy Award-nominated producer Finola Dwyer whose projects include Brooklyn and An Education, shares her approach to filmmaking using the film Brooklyn as a case study. Finola talks to Carthew Neal, Academy Award-Winning producer for Jojo Rabbit, about the response to challenges thrown up during production that ultimately achieved this ambitious film. This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020.   The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: Case Study with Sam Kelly and Vicky Pope - Savage

1 hr 9 min

In this case study of 2020 box office hit Savage, writer/director Sam Kelly and producer Vicky Pope share what they learned from the unforeseen pitfalls and breakthroughs while bringing to life this ambitious feature film.   This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: In Conversation with Scott Ryan - Mr In-between

1 hr 9 min

In this session, we hear from Australian multi-hyphenate Scott Ryan about his process creating, writing and starring in the crime drama series Mr In-between. FX renewed the series for a third season which was in production when this session was recorded. Scott is the sole writer and Nash Edgerton is the sole director across the seasons. Mr In-between is based on the 2005 feature film The Magician, which is also written by and stars Scott Ryan. This session is moderated by entertainment journalist, film critic and broadcaster Dominic Corry. This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand FilmCommission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: NZ On Air Address

44 min

In this session, NZ On Air's Chief Executive Cameron Harland and Head of Funding Amie Mills outline the challenges, ideas and opportunities ahead as we all try to put 2020 behind us. How do we get local content in front of fragmenting audiences and young New Zealanders in particular? How do we achieve authenticity for diverse audiences? If there's a year to transform culture, it is 2021. This session is moderated by producer Kay Ellmers.   This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: Panel Discussion - Indigenising the Workflow

1 hr 9 min

In this panel discussion, writer and director Becs Arahanga, content commissioner at Māori Television (kaikōkiriβ€€Kaupapa atΒ  Whakaata Māori) Lanita Ririnui and producer Piripi Curtis explore ideas and methods for Tikanga Māori to be incorporated into the creation of screen work, from the development of the idea, through to funding, production, distribution and audience engagement. They share their own transformative experiences and discuss future ways to tell stories with Tikanga led values and processes. This panel is moderated by producer Kay Ellmers. Β  This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: Writing Masterclass with Sophie Henderson - Thick and Thin Skin

1 hr 11 min

In this masterclass, screenwriter Sophie Henderson explores how to build a story with empathy that connects with its audience. She argues for character authenticity over likeability and talks about putting your whole self into your script. This session is presented by Department of Post. Sophie is introduced by actor and director Lucy Wigmore.   This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

Big Screen Symposium 2020: Masterclass with Arielle Kilker - Storytelling for the docuseries format

1 hr 1 min

In this session, storytelling for the docuseries format, producer, director and editor Arielle Kilker delves into what it means to write for a documentary series. Using her project hit Netflix series Cheer, Arielle covers finding the narrative across the series as a whole, how to keep the heart of a character's backstory in the present tense, and simplifying story for efficiency and dramatic impact while still honouring truth and integrity. This session is presented by the US Embassy. Arielle is introduced by producer Cass Avery.   This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th and 5th of December 2020. The Big Screen Symposium 2020 was brought to you by Script to Screen and J&A Productions. We gratefully thank our event partners - the New Zealand Film Commission, New Zealand On Air, Te Māngai Paho, Images & Sound, Screen Auckland and AUT.

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