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Breaking The Mould

Phillida Perry

/ New Zealand

/ 2024

/ 14 mins

/ English

World Premiere

A visceral glimpse into the life and work of acclaimed New Zealand sculptor, Jaime Jenkins, whose unconventional upbringing combines with the elements to inform her ceramic explorations.

** This short film will be screened before the feature film Spontaneous Combustion: Songs for Barry Brickell **

Film Trailer

Director Phillida Perry, subject Jamie Jenkins and the production team were present for Q&As following the in-cinema screenings in Christchurch and Auckland.

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Film Info

Director: Phillida Perry

Producer: Phillida Perry

Country: New Zealand

Language: English

Year: 2024

Duration: 14 mins

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