New Zealand film from Wiftie Vanessa Wells Mighty Indeed is in Oscars contention for Best Documentary
Mighty Indeed was the winner of Best Feature (New Zealand) and Best Director (New Zealand) for Vanessa at Doc Edge Awards 2025.
The film explores one of the harshest places on Earth, through the eyes of three women from different generations who chase a hidden and ephemeral world beneath the Antarctic sea ice. Dr Natalie Robinson leads a world-first expedition to McMurdo Sound, joined by microbiologist Jacqui Stuart on her first trip south. Mentoring them from afar is veteran sea ice physicist Professor Pat Langhorne.
Battling brutal weather and isolation, the team discovers extraordinary tiny creatures within the delicate structures of the ice. Weaving personal stories with rich archival footage and groundbreaking science, this is an intimate and deeply human portrait set against the immense scale of Antarctica, shared with grit, wit, and surprising warmth.
We're delighted to see Vanessa and her team vy for Oscars glory!
Enjoy the trailer HERE