From a heart-pounding battle to protect ancient trees to a tender quest for extraterrestrial contact, Loading Docs: The Tenth Collection reflects the diversity of New Zealand storytelling. As a collection of films, it speaks to universal themes of social and environmental responsibility, connection to whenua, whānau and unity.
The power of the collection was fully revealed at a sold-out premiere at the Hollywood Avondale last week. Congratulations to all the WIFT members involved in this collection and in all the previous years. And, a big congratulations to Loading Docs on their continued success in bringing to life unique stories from our Aotearoa filmmakers.
“Reflecting on the journey from the spark of an idea to a global platform, it’s been extraordinary to witness how Loading Docs has grown over the past ten years," says Founder and Executive Producer, Julia Parnell.
"Initially, we dreamed of showcasing Aotearoa’s short documentaries to both local and global audiences, and today, that dream has far exceeded our expectations. These films have broken new ground in storytelling and built a strong community of filmmakers committed to telling stories that are uniquely Kiwi and universally relatable. This collection is a testament to their boldness, creativity, and the collective belief that short documentaries can create lasting impact. I’m proud and humbled to see how far we’ve come”
With support from NZ On Air, Te Māngai Pāho, and the New Zealand Film Commission, the Loading Docs initiative continues to empower storytellers to bring their visions to life, helping to shape the future of documentary filmmaking in New Zealand.
Go enjoy watching the 10th Season of Loading Docs! www.loadingdocs.net