TAKE THE REEL INTO YOUR OWN HANDS - SELF DISTRIBUTION AUCKLAND
Posted Tuesday 04 Mar 2025
In an ever-evolving screen industry, self-distribution is becoming an empowering - sometimes the only - option for filmmakers. This WIFT NZ workshop brings you producers who have successfully self-distributed both scripted and documentary films. It can be done!!
SELF DISTRIBUTION PANEL AUCKLAND:
Jane Mahoney - Maurice & I - co-producer and co-director
Maurice and I celebrates Sir Miles Warren and Maurice Mahoney’s hugely influential architectural partnership, and their legacy that was all but lost in the devastating Christchurch earthquakes.
Cass Avery - The Girl on the Bridge - Producer
The Girl on the Bridge follows 22-year-old Jazz Thornton, suicide survivor and mental health advocate, as she shares the story of the loss of her close friend Jess.
Eva Trebilco - Shut Eye - Producer
Shut Eye - To cure their insomnia, a social outcast befriends an ASMR streamer where the lines between friendship and obsession become blurred.
Moderated by Briar March - an award-winning filmmaker and now Investment Development Executive a the NZ Film Commission.
Hear firsthand insights on navigating festival strategies, securing theatrical and digital releases, building engaged audiences and making self-distribution work for your project. Whether you're looking for alternatives to traditional distribution or keen to learn from those who have done it, this session will be packed with practical advice and real-world experiences.
FREE FOR WIFT MEMBERS
$20 NON MEMBERS
ALL TICKETS INCLUDE DRINKS AND NIBBLES
Date: Thursday 13 Mar 2025
Location: CLICK STUDIOS, 525 Rosebank Road, Avondale
Time: 6.00pm
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Programme is brought to you with generous support from the NZ Film Commission and Foundation North.
