Congratulations to WIFT members Vanessa Wells (director) and Emma Smart (editor) on their feature documentary Mighty Indeed (formerly The Climate Canary) being selected to premiere at the 20th Anniversary Doc Edge Festival!
Mighty Indeed, is a character-driven film set in Antarctica, blending stunning wildlife and scenery while addressing climate change with wit and warmth. It follows three women over four decades as they push the boundaries of science.
The 20th-anniversary programme will be screened in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. Auckland kicks off the festival with films at Bridgeway Cinema, The Capitol Cinema, and SkyCity Theatre (25 June – 13 July), while the immersive exhibition will be hosted at Silo 6. The city will also host Doc Edge’s industry events (30 June – 3 July) and the prestigious Oscar-qualifying Awards Ceremony (3 July).
Doc Edge’s Virtual Cinema will also be available nationwide from 28 July – 24 August for those unable to attend in person.
The 20th Doc Edge festival promises a diverse range of bold and impactful films covering climate change, social issues, human rights, and the arts.