Episode 323: Pike River Interview | Screenwriter Fiona Samuel on Bringing History to Life

In this ScreenFish 1on1 interview, Fiona Samuel, screenwriter of PIKE RIVER, discusses the responsibility of bringing history to life on screen. She reflects on the crucial aspects of Anna and Sonya’s characters and how she worked to bring them to life. Fiona also delves into the idea that tragedy often forces us to confront hard questions, exploring why it takes moments of loss to provoke deep societal reflection and action.PIKE RIVER is available on VOD/Digital on January 30th, 2026.