Congratulations WIFTee’s selected for Ngā Aho Whakaari Shorts!
This year's Aho Shorts will see the organisation supporting five exceptional films, set to premiere at the prestigious Rotorua Indigenous Film Festival (RIFF) from November 15th to 17th, 2024. This marks a significant milestone in the organisations ongoing commitment to nurturing and promoting Māori talent within the film industry.
"We are thrilled to see the incredible creativity in our Māori filmmaking community. The applicants & their commitment to Māori in Screen is a positive reflection of the legacy and our dedicated connections,”said Lanita Ririnui, Raukura at Ngā Aho Whakaari (NAW) & EP Aho Shorts.
The selection process, overseen by a panel of alumni & esteemed industry professionals, noted themes of resilience, identity, and the ever-evolving Māori worldview in submissions. From contemporary narratives to nostalgic reflections, each chosen project promises to captivate audiences with its unique perspective and artistic vision.
Tērā Te Tangata
Caravan Carpark Films
Producer: Angela Cudd
Writer & Director: Te Kuru Dewes
Kaitiaki Reo & Tikanga Māori: Hēmi Kelly
Hokia
Caravan Carpark Films
Producer: Angela Cudd
Writer: Caitlin Fremaux
Director: India Fremaux
Kaitiaki Reo & Tikanga Māori: Savannah Wharehinga
Wait Wait, Now
Lucky Legs Media Ltd
Producer: Nicola Smith
Writer & Director: Ramon Te Wake
Kaitiaki Reo & Tikanga Māori: Grayson Goffe
Puti
Glorious Ltd
Producer: Louisa Tipene Opetaia
Writer & Director: Aroha Awarau
Kaitiaki Reo & Tikanga Māori: Eruera Wilton
We wish you the very best in the making of these films!