Point Of View

• Point of View Podcast – Episode 9 with Kath Akuhata-Brown

  This month on Point of View, Tom Augustine chats with acclaimed New Zealand filmmaker 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗸𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 (Ngāti Porou), known for her powerful storytelling rooted in Māori culture. In this episode, Kath shares insights into her latest film Kōkā — a moving story of healing, connection, and transformation. Kōkā follows Māori elder Hamo and local teen Jo, who form an unexpected bond on a road trip that confronts past wounds and unearths shared strength. Kōkā is in cinemas now! What to Expect • 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗸𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻's journey • Insights into her latest film Kōkā Best of Streaming Coming Out • Mountainhead – NEON (from 1 June) • The Haka Party – AroVISION (from 1 June) • Echo Valley – Apple TV (13 June) • Love Me – NEON (25 June) • The Bear Season 4 – Disney+ (26 June) • Squid Game Season 3 – Netflix (27 June) • Stick – Apple TV (4 June) • We Are Liars – Prime Video (20 June) • Ironheat – Netflix (22 June) View on Screen in June • Materialists – 12 June • 28 Years Later – 19 June • Megan 2.0 – 26 June • Formula 1 – 26 June • Jurassic Park: Rebirth – 3 July • CCFC Presents: Diary of a Country Priest – 24 June • Ballerina – 5 June • Chuck Chuck Baby – 5 June • How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action) – 12 June • Dangerous Animals – 12 June • Elio – 19 June • Karate Kid: Legends – 26 June View Box The Embers – Exclusive French series on Rialto Channel Every Tuesday night in June at 8:30 PM Stay Connected Don’t miss next month’s updates — follow us on social media: • Facebook: @viewmagnz • Instagram: @viewmagnz • Website: www.viewmag.co.nz Speakers • Tom Augustine – @thaugustine • 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗸𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 – @kathakuhatabrown   Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!

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• Point of View Podcast – Episode 8 with Diana Wichtel

  This month on Point of View, host Tom Augustine sits down with Diana Wichtel—acclaimed journalist, author, and beloved cultural commentator. For 36 years, Diana’s sharp wit and moving prose illuminated the pages of the Listener, earning her a place as one of New Zealand’s most distinctive voices. She is the author of the award-winning memoir Driving to Treblinka: A Long Search for a Lost Father, which won the Ockham New Zealand Book Award, and her latest collection Unreel, a rich and witty anthology of her finest television writing. In this episode, Diana reflects on her storied career, the experience of being on the other side of the interview, and why television once felt like magic. Diana will appear on Friday 16 May 2025 to discuss Unreel: A Life in Review as part of the Writers Festival 2025 programme. Explore the full lineup: writersfestival.co.nz/programmes/main-programme What to Expect Diana Wichtel’s journey as a cultural critic Highlights from Driving to Treblinka and Unreel A look back at New Zealand’s media landscape A sneak peek of her appearance at Writers Festival 2025 Best of Streaming Coming Out Another Simple Favour – Prime Video (from 1 May) The Four Seasons – Netflix (from 1 May) Overcompensating: Season One – Prime Video (from 15 May) The Reserve: Limited Series – Netflix (from 15 May) Nine Perfect Strangers: Season 2 – Prime Video (from 22 May) Fear Street: Prom Queen – Netflix (from 23 May) Fountain of Youth – AppleTV+ (from 23 May) Bono: Stories of Surrender – AppleTV+ (from 30 May) Andor – Still streaming on Disney+ (Premiered in April) View on Screen in May Thunderbolts – 1 May Bob Trevino Likes It – 1 May Marlon Williams: Nga Ao E Rua – Two Worlds – 1 May The Wedding Banquet – 8 May Clown In A Cornfield – 8 May Tall Tales – 8 May Forgive Us All – 8 May Final Destination: Bloodlines – 15 May Hurry Up Tomorrow – 15 May The Salt Path – 15 May Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning – 22 May Lilo & Stitch – 22 May CCFC Presents: Orson Welles' The Trial – 28 May When Fall Is Coming – 28 May The Phoenician Scheme – 29 May Bring Her Back – 29 May Karate Kid Legends – 29 May View Box: Musical Notes on Rialto Channel Every Thursday in May at 8:30 PM Welcome to the Darkness – Premieres Thursday, 1 May Catching Fire: The Story of Anita Pallenberg – Premieres Thursday, 8 May Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus – Premieres Thursday, 15 May Mozart's Sister – Premieres Thursday, 22 May Mutiny In Heaven: The Birthday Party – Premieres Thursday, 22 May Stay Connected Don’t miss next month’s updates—follow us on social media: Facebook: @viewmagnz Instagram: @viewmagnz Website: www.viewmag.co.nz Speakers Tom Augustine – @thaugustine Diana Wichtel – www.writersfestival.co.nz Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!

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• Point of View Podcast – Episode 7 with Paolo Rotondo

  This month on Point of View, join host Tom Augustine as he sits down with Paolo Rotondo, an award-winning director, writer, and actor with over 20 years in the film industry. Paolo’s screen credits include feature films The Ugly and Stickmen, as well as television series like Shortland Street, The Making of the Mob: Chicago, and the BBC’s The Luminaries. His successful acting career has paved the way for his work behind the camera, with his debut film Orphans & Kingdoms earning international recognition and multiple festival accolades. Beyond his contributions to film and television, Paolo, along with Renée Mark, co-founded the Italian Film Festival—a beloved tradition that has brought the best of Italian cinema to Aotearoa for the past decade. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, the festival continues to captivate audiences with a carefully curated selection of Italian films. The full 2025 programme is now live! The festival will run from April 2025 to January 2026. 🎬 Explore the full lineup and get your tickets at www.italianfilmfestivalnz.com. What to Expect Paolo Rotondo’s journey Italian Film Festival 2025 Insights about the Italian film industry View on Screen in April Queer – In Cinemas 3 April Emmanuelle – In Cinemas 3 April Grand Tour – In Cinemas 17 April Warfare – In Cinemas 17 April Death of a Unicorn – In Cinemas 10 April The Penguin Lessons – In Cinemas 17 April Small Things Like These – In Cinemas 24 April Best of Streaming Coming Out Dying for Sex – Disney+ Your Friends and Neighbors – Apple TV Black Mirror – Netflix View Box: Cinema Italiano on Rialto Channel Every Monday in April at 8:30 PM There’s Still Tomorrow – Premieres Monday, 7 April To Chiara – Premieres Monday, 14 April The Eight Mountains – Premieres Monday, 21 April La Chimera – Premieres Monday, 28 April Stay Connected Don’t miss next month’s updates—follow us on social media: Facebook: @viewmagnz Instagram: @viewmagnz Website: www.viewmag.co.nz Speakers Tom Augustine – @thaugustine Paolo Rotondo – @italianfilmfestivalnz Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!

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• Point of View Podcast – Episode 6 with Maddy Hakaraia de Young

  This month on Point of View, join Tom Augustine as he chats with Maddy Hakaraia de Young (Ngati Kapu), a Producer at Maoriland Productions and Festival Director of Maoriland Film Festival. Maddy is a founding member of Maoriland and leads festival programming. Year-round, she supports the work of the MCT as a producer. Supported by a team of rangatahi, she has spent the last 10 years developing and overseeing the implementation of Te Uru Maire - the Maoriland Rangatahi Strategy. Te Uru Maire nurtures rangatahi to find their voice through film and develop the practical skills to tell their unique stories. Over 200 short films have been made through this programme over the last 10 years, with over 2,000 participating rangatahi, both in New Zealand and internationally. Maddy's work with Te Uru Maire was recognised at the 2021 New Zealander of the Year awards, where she was a semi-finalist for Young New Zealander of the Year. Aotearoa’s International Indigenous Film Festival (https://maorilandfilm.co.nz/) – Check out the lineup and experience the best of Indigenous storytelling! March 26 – 30, 2025 What to Expect: Maddy’s journey Maoriland Festival – The MFF is the world’s largest celebration of Indigenous storytelling, with five days of screenings, interactive installations and art exhibitions, industry events, and more. A personal reflection View in Screen in Cinemas in March: Mickey 17 – March 16 The Last Showgirl – March 20 The Rule of Jenny Pen – March 20 Black Bag – March 13 A Working Man – March 27 The Return – March 27 Snow White – March 20 Firebrand – March 13 Best of Streaming Coming Out: Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+) – From March 4 Il Gattopardo/The Leopard (Netflix) – From March 5 The Electric State (Netflix) – From March 14 The Residence (Netflix) – From March 20 The Studio (Apple TV+) – From March 26 View Box: Never Look Away – Premieres Saturday, March 22, at 8:30 pm. Review and interview with director Lucy Lawless. Stay Connected: Don’t miss next month’s updates—follow us on social media: Facebook: @viewmagnz Instagram: @viewmagnz Website: www.viewmag.co.nz Speakers: Tom Augustine – @thaugustine Maddy Hakaraia de Young – @madicattt Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!  

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• Point of View Podcast – Episode 5: Katie Wolfe

  This month on Point of View, join Tom Augustine as he chats with Katie Wolfe, a director, writer, and actor from Aotearoa New Zealand with an impressive career in film, television, and theatre. Kiwi director Katie Wolfe discusses her powerful new film, The Haka Party Incident, coming to cinemas on January 30th. Recently awarded the Human Rights Award at the LA Independent Women Film Awards, Katie shares the story behind her impactful latest project. What to Expect: The Haka Party Incident – A clash between two cultures From theatre to cinema – “You were in the room that day… tell your truth.” Arriving at a time of… A personal reflection on her journey from Dargaville to New York, her love of music, and her powerful documentaries. Featured Film: The Haka Party Incident – In cinemas January 30 View in Screen in Cinemas in February: Captain America: New World Order – February 13 I'm Still Here – February 20 The Monkey – February 20 Bird (Waitangi Day) September 5 (Waitangi Day) Alien Weaponry – September 5 (Waitangi Day) Love Hurts – September 5 (Waitangi Day) Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy – February 13 Tina – February 27 Vicious – February 27 Best of Streaming Coming Out: The Gorge (Apple TV+ – February 14) Reacher Season 3 (Prime Video – February 20) Most Anticipated Films 2025: Tom’s pick: Terence by Terrence Malick Katie’s top picks: A Complete Unknown and Maria View Box: Best Interests (Rialto Channel on Sky – from February 25) Stay Connected: Don’t miss next month’s updates—follow us on social media: Facebook: @viewmagnz Instagram: @viewmagnz Website: www.viewmag.co.nz Speakers: Tom Augustine – @thaugustine Katie Wolfe – @katiewolfe.nz Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!

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