KahuMāori actors defend playing Hawaiians in Apple TV+ seriesThe series follows Ka’iana, played by Jason Momoa, unifying Hawaii's islands.24 Jul 03:01 AM
EntertainmentJulia Roberts, Jude Law to feature at star-packed Venice Film FestivalThe increasingly influential movie extravaganza starts in late August.23 Jul 02:27 AM
New Zealand'Not the life plan': 10,000 Dreams influencer on bouncing back from rock bottomHe dreamt of an Oscar .. 'then my film bombed and my parents had to mortgage their house'.22 Jul 05:13 AM
Entertainment'Proud is an understatement': NZ dance crew wins international titleThe troupe travelled to LA after winning the World of Dance New Zealand chapter in April.22 Jul 03:40 AM
Entertainment'Rare gem': NZ film set for US debut after local successTinā has cemented its place as one of New Zealand's most successful films to date.16 Jul 01:00 AM
EntertainmentShortland Street and Outrageous Fortune star Claire Chitham reflects on career and life lessonsHow escaping the limelight brought on the actor's second act and personal fulfilment.12 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'Dirtiest-minded young woman in NZ': Dame Fiona's lifetime of flouting conventionNew doco is a psychological study of the Wellington writer who flouted convention.11 Jul 10:00 PM
WellingtonSir Peter Jackson expands property empire with purchase of school campusThe site next to Wētā joins his portfolio worth hundreds of millions of dollars.10 Jul 07:00 PM
EntertainmentWhat to watch at this year's Whānau Mārama: NZ International Film FestivalThe newly announced NZIFF 2025 lineup is packed with Cannes films and local gems. 04 Jul 05:00 PM
SportArli Liberman: The art of scoring in sport'I don’t score the images, I score the idea; the feeling, the heart'02 Jul 06:01 AM
EntertainmentRita Ora shares new details of how she proposed to Taika Waititi, after an A-List introductionThe singer also talked about her relationship with Taika's children and ex-wife. 30 Jun 01:15 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Struggle' - TV series producers on problems filming around QueenstownBrad Pitt just visited but film-makers tell how hard it is to make shows in Queenstown.26 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandPeter Jackson seeks consent to create museum in Shelly BayBillionaire filmmaker plans to 'enhance the amenity' of the long-contested seaside land.19 Jun 05:21 AM
WorldFilm director killed, diamond Rolex feared motive in stabbingLondoner Jennifer Abbott was known professionally as Sarah Steinberg.18 Jun 11:49 PM
EntertainmentNew Lord of the Rings film will be shot in NZ, release date confirmedAndy Serkis is the man behind Gollum and will step into the role of director for the film.18 Jun 04:03 AM
Entertainment'That's what a true blue doco is': Why Lisa Burd's new film comes with a content warningA boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.13 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He’s a predator': Film-maker jailed for child sex abuse files acquitted in 2002Police found 554 child exploitation files on his devices during a 2023 raid.07 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland film-maker jailed for child sex abuse material; industry in shockThe actor and director was caught sending images to a 'decoy' police detective online. 04 Jun 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMillions in taxpayer cash on the line as Govt pushes for Wellington Avatar premiereDisney stands to gain tens of millions of dollars if one of the films premieres in NZ.03 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Born with it': How Jacob Bryant became a sought-after cinematographerHe has opened up about his daring career, which has taken him to conflict zones worldwide.22 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFast-tracking $200m film hub planned for Ayrburn'Potential short-term imposition on a very long-term asset.' - Chris Meehan on film tariff14 May 04:00 AM
EconomyKey says Trump using tariffs largely for leverage – but has fears for NZ film industryThe former Prime Minister also sees confidence returning to the New Zealand economy.06 May 06:00 AM
PoliticsWorld media spotlight NZ film industry amid Trump tariff threat, minister says 'concerning'Paul Goldsmith said he wouldn't call New Zealand rebates a 'threat' to the US.06 May 02:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIt was thought there was no surviving footage of a movie about Hastings – then I got a callThe formula was simple: find the prettiest girl in town and the handsomest male.02 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Favourite place on Earth': Hollywood star Jason Momoa makes moves in Queenstown Aquaman actor has bought into a bar and is reportedly looking for a house. 30 Apr 08:01 PM
KahuOn The Up: Whangārei teen wins prestigious $750k scholarship to elite US uniMorris is the first Māori and second New Zealander to win the coveted Karsh Scholarship.18 Apr 05:00 PM
Entertainment'No words, just gratitude': Tinā's record-breaking box office runThe heartwarming drama has officially outsold Sione's Wedding.16 Apr 03:13 AM
Entertainment‘Utterly crazy’: Kiwi show lands TV Bafta nominationRobyn Malcolm and Diane Taylor's 'After the Party' won nine awards at the NZ TV Awards. 27 Mar 07:25 PM
New Zealand'We’ve infused the Māori humour': Hastings man given the chance to voice Lord Farquaad'Doing it through Māori words, Māori flow and language, it's a totally different story.'10 Mar 05:00 PM
Kahu‘Tribute to my mother’: TikTok star’s poignant new play at BasementShakes' TikTok has 1.8 million followers and 190 million likes for his skits.03 Mar 04:00 AM
Entertainment‘Like watching a car crash over and over’: Why one of Hollywood’s top directors left the US for NZ'I see a difference here in the way people treat each other.'01 Mar 11:37 PM
ReviewsKarl Puschmann Karl Puschmann: In the genre of triumph after trauma, ‘Tinā is pitch-perfect’Review: Miki Magasiva's feature-film debut 'finds its own voice'.20 Feb 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe Brutalist director says he’s made ‘zero dollars’ from Oscar-nominated filmCorbet claims many award-nominated filmmakers this year 'can’t pay their rent'.19 Feb 10:45 PM
New Zealand‘A blameless life’: Teacher supplied drugs to teens, sought to avoid conviction'He was well-liked and respected in the community, or was until this happened.'19 Feb 07:29 PM
