Edmund Hilary Fellowship – The Awa/River Story Inspiring Connection & Action
The film, which opened the Doc Edge Festival on 19 June, invites viewers to consider their relationship to the natural world as they follow Māori tribal leader Ned Tapa on a canoe voyage.
Listener – New NZ doco unveils a hidden trauma in domestic violence
Dir. Annie Goldson centres around a secret pet shelter, allowing victims of family violence to seek safety while knowing their animals are being cared for.
Bold Company – Upscaled international film festival brings world premieres to Christchurch
For the rest of June, Christchurch will be hosting an Oscar-qualifying film event bringing members of the international film industry and a multitude of film events and experiences, including world premieres, to the city.
The Press – Four fabulous flicks to watch this week
A review by James Croot on four tales that the Press believes are well worth seeking out during the first week of the festival.
Waikato Times – Mandi Lynn wants to help women to find ‘body gratitude’
Mandi Lynn has turned her work into a short film, Finding Venus, screening as part of the Doc Edge Festival.
Te Ao Māori News – ‘Blew them away’: Rangatahi in awe of te reo Māori virtual reality game
Wiremu Grace’s ‘Atuatanga’ VR game is free to play in Christchurch and Wellington during the Doc Edge festival.
NZ Herald – Mark Graham: League legend on his career and his son’s movie that tells his life story
Kiwi league legend Mark Graham, whose story is told in the movie SHARKO screens at the Festival.
Chris Lynch News – Christchurch hosts global filmmakers at Doc Edge Industry Events
These industry-focused activations are designed for screen professionals.
Film Ink – SHARKO to premiere at Doc Edge
A feature documentary about enigmatic New Zealand Rugby League legend Mark “SHARKO” Graham
Variety – 20 DAYS IN MARIUPOL won best documentary at the 2024 Oscars
20 DAYS IN MARIUPOL director Mstyslav Chernov delivers powerful Oscar speech: “I wish to exchange award for ‘Russia never attacking Ukraine”
