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Film/Television

Samoan Director’s new film traces Māori artist’s Te Reo Journey

Soana Aholelei May 3, 2025

Samoan Ursula Grace Williams is a documentary film maker who is not afraid to step out of her comfort zone when it comes to telling a story, especially of Pasifika and Māori People. And that’s very much the case for her new documentary film which has been over four years in the making. Called ‘Ngā Ao E Rua - Two Worlds’, it follows Māori artist and performer Marlon Williams on his journey to write an album fully in te reo.

Community

Kiwi film Tinā opens with over $1M, resonating with audiences…

Antonia Utanga Mar 7, 2025

New Zealand’s latest hit film, Tinā, has become a major success, earning over $1 million in its opening weekend and currently topping the box office with $1,324,529 in earnings and nearly 84,000 tickets sold.

Community

Celebrating cinema at the Tinā film premiere

Soana Aholelei Feb 17, 2025

A magical evening celebrating the premiere of Tinā! From the red carpet to the big screen, the night was filled with joy, talent, and unforgettable moments.

Community

Short documentary film celebrates a Niuean rite of passage

Soana Aholelei Oct 12, 2024

Season ten of the Loading Docs short documentary series is out and the rundown includes a ‘Hifi Ulu’, a film made by Samoan Chantelle Burgoyne.

Community

Young Filmmakers shine at annual Alofa Awards

Soana Aholelei Aug 31, 2024

The third annual Alofa Awards were held in Auckland on Saturday 24 August to recognise young Pasifika film makers.

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