Crafting connections: a deep dive into the potential of co-productions and animation
In this episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero, Deputy CEO and Head of Co-production and Incentives Chris Payne sits down with Kate Rodger to unpack why international co-productions are more than just a funding tool, they’re a creative and economic game-changer for Aotearoa’s screen industry. Chris also shares insights from recent trips to Dublin, Galway, and Annecy/MIFA, where New Zealand showcased its animation capabilities and local creative forged partnerships with global players. From unlocking new markets to building cultural bridges, this conversation dives into how strategic collaborations are shaping the future of storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From Mayhem to Masterpieces: Inside the 48Hours film competition with Ant Timpson
Ant Timpson, the mastermind behind 48Hours, dives into the origin story of New Zealand’s biggest guerrilla film competition. With over 10,000 short films and more than two decades of chaos, he shares what it takes to stand out in the fast-and-furious world of 48-hour filmmaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Taking New Zealand to the world – CEO Annie Murray on the NZFC’s global trade mission
NZFC CEO, Annie Murray, sits down with award-winning journalist Mike McRoberts to discuss the Commission's global trade mission. From rekindling Kiwi ties to India to strengthening relationships in the UK and facilitating global success in Cannes, Annie shares just how crucial these strategic missions are to the success of the film sector in Aotearoa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kiwi producer, Matthew Metcalfe, on Cannes, Career and Kindness
Ahead of the upcoming Cannes Film Festival, renowned local producer, Matthew Metcalfe, sits down with Kate to explore the importance of relationships. From forming invaluable contacts at The Cannes Film Market to the mentors that shaped him, and his most successful project, his children. This is a deeply personal and special conversation, bring tissues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Artificial Intelligence with Alice Shearman and Frances Valintine CNZM
Get ready to dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence in this episode of Lights, Camera, Kōrero. Our host Kate Rodger is joined by two exceptional industry leaders today, Frances Valintine CNZM, Founder and CEO of AcademyEX, and Alice Shearman, Executive Director of the New Zealand Writers Guild, to unpack the impact of AI on the film industry—bringing two distinct and thought-provoking perspectives to the table. From creativity and copyright to opportunities and ethical concerns, this fascinating conversation delves into what AI could mean for storytellers, producers, and the future of screen content in Aotearoa and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About New Zealand Film Commission: Lights, Camera, Kōrero
This podcast series unpacks the world of film and filmmakers, in New Zealand and abroad, one kōrero at a time. (Kōrero translates to "discussion" in Te Reo Māori, which is the indigenous language of New Zealand.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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