T2 | Wk 7 - Mon - NZFC - Ownership in a NZ context

   Hi guys!

Today's research is going to be useful for any essay regarding ownership.

We are going to look into the New Zealand Film Commission. 

I want you to open your case study blog post and do some research on the NZFC and answer the following questions;

1. Who are the NZFC and what is their primary purpose?
2. What films have they funded in the last 5 years that did really well internationally?
3. What films have they funded in the last 5 years that you have seen or that you know have been popular?
4. What services do the NZFC offer to help NZ filmmakers in the production process?

www.nzfilm.co.nz/new-zealand

List of films from NZFC

Now I want you to consider the following question on a brainstorming page that you will title, "INSTITUTIONS (OWNERSHIP)".

Flick though this slideshow and make some notes but keep in mind this is British and we are focusing on the NZFC so mainly take the generalised points about ownership and what affect it has on a film being made.

"How does the status of the institution impact on how they engage with the major stages of production?"
(basically, how does it impact a film being made to have the backing of a massive conglomerate like Disney, as opposed to being a filmmaker from NZ wanting to make an indi film).

Write points for;

1. Production (getting funding / cast & crew / music for the film / technology & equipment)
2. Distribution / marketing ( actors promoting the film / vertical & horizontal integration / synergy & cross-media-convergence)
3. exhibition & exchange (the type of release you may have / the rights to the film / piracy)

***NZFC new funding update 

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) has announced key funding changes for 2025, designed to simplify processes, enhance accessibility, and support a broader range of filmmakers. With an emphasis on cultural storytelling, commercial viability, and innovation, these updates aim to make New Zealand’s film industry more dynamic and globally competitive.

Filmmakers will now be required to define the aspirations of their projects from the outset. This ensures that NZFC funding aligns with the film’s intended impact and goals. Projects should fit into one or more of the following categories:

Cultural: A film that represents Aotearoa’s identity and unique storytelling.

Critical: Aimed at international film festivals and critical acclaim, with a clear audience and distribution pathway.

Local Audience: Strong potential to connect with and engage New Zealand audiences.

Commercial: A film with market attachments and international sales potential.

Innovation: Projects by emerging or distinctive filmmakers that push creative or technological boundaries.

By clarifying these aspirations, filmmakers can better align their projects with NZFC’s funding priorities.