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Big Screen Symposium & Script to Screen
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🎞️ Podcasts recorded at the annual Big Screen Symposium & TALKS series recorded by Script to Screen at various regional events in Aotearoa, NZ. 🎞️ These podcasts are shared to help develop the craft and culture of storytelling for the screen in Aotearoa and beyond.
Episodes
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Working with Canada | Script to Screen TALK 2024
Three Canadian guests with diverse backgrounds and experiences will discuss international co-productions and industry trends in Canada. The shared concerns, values, and history of New Zealand and Canada make them an ideal country to partner with and partnering is a great way to fully finance your...
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After the Party | Script to Screen TALK 2024
Story creators Robyn Malcolm, Dianne Taylor and producer/director Peter Salmon come together with moderator Max Currie to talk about their collaborative process, from the very earliest story conversations to the writing, all stages of production, and publicity. Peter, Dianne and Robyn will…
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The Moon Is Upside Down | Script to Screen TALK 2024
Following the recent New Zealand release of The Moon is Upside Down, Loren Taylor (writer/director/actor) joins moderator and writer Duncan Sarkies (Scarfies, and Two Little Boys) to discuss her writing process, the challenges of creating stories and characters that come alive on screen, and how...
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AI for VFX | BSS2024
Kimball Thurston leads the strategy for future technology for VFX production at Weta FX. This session uses real-life examples as he offers insight into the AI intersections with creative artists and how these tools add to the creative process, not take away from it. This session is presented by...
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In the Spirit of Coopetition - RFONZ Panel Discussion | BSS2024
The eleven regional film offices around New Zealand might be seen as competitors, but they’ve found a way over the last decade to cooperate and collaborate with each other in the spirit of ‘NZ Inc’, recognising the healthy ‘coopetition’ can be the best way to combine resources and achieve shared...
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Casting: Anousha Zarkesh in conversation with Fraser Brown | BSS2024
Australian Casting director Anousha Zarkesh, an influential creative force in the Australian screen industry, is in conversation with producer Fraser Brown discussing how to establish a great relationship with your Casting Director. They cover searching for new talent and attaching high-profile...
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Alexander Swords: Diverse Storytelling Patterns | BSS2024
ALEXANDER SWORDS presents Diverse Story Telling Patterns. He introduces the building blocks and patterns discovered in his research for Narrative Design. This gives an insight “under the hood” of how the different conventions function to engage audiences around the world. You’ll discover what…
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Accessibility Matters | BSS2024
Historically speaking, there has been a lack of representation and access for those who are deaf, disabled or neurodivergent within the screen industry. Chelsea Bridges, Jared Flitcroft and Felicity Hamill have a mission to improve industry standards by using their skills as access coordinators....
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Case Study: Job-Sharing | BSS2024
With many people unable to continue working full time due to changing life circumstances and wellbeing concerns or outright leaving the screen industry, job-sharing is becoming a widely recommended practice. Jonathon Dutton from Screen Well Australia presents the findings from the Screen…
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Case Study: Equity and Inclusion with Miles From Nowhere | BSS2024
NZ On Air Head of Partnerships Raewyn Rasch introduces a case study of Sky Originals show Miles From Nowhere, where producers Ahmed Osman and Sam Wilton talk about the strategies they implemented to ensure inclusive representation of the Muslim community throughout the entire production process...
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Music & Screen – A Beautiful Collision | Testify | BSS2024
NZ On Air Head of Music Teresa Patterson presents a conversation with experienced music supervisor Amine Ramer and Executive Producer Philippa Rennie to discuss the use of music in New Zealand screen stories. This includes forensic examination of a script, advice on budgeting for music, deciding...
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The Rise of Viva La Dirt League | BSS2024
Hear how three friends came together to create the groundbreaking YouTube sensation Viva La Dirt League. After 13 years they had amassed 6.27 million subscribers and 3.4 billion views. In this session with Adam King and Alan Morrison, they tell their story which led to over 1,000 sketches and...
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Alexander Swords: Getting On The Same Page | BSS2024
Getting on the Same Page is a method devised by Alexander Swords, a designer, a director, and a game runner, to get key creatives working together towards the same outcome. His “one page” of six instruments are taken from a range of creative processes to act as a source of truth. It holds...
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Mana Whenua: Navigating Māori concepts in western contexts | BSS2024
Screen industry practitioners Piripi Curtis, Te Kohe Tuhaka, Angela Cudd, and Tihini Grant discuss the diverse strategies Māori producers employ within their unique productions, with the aim of creating a greater awareness of Māori values, practices and perspectives when it comes to filming on…
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Writing Methodology | BSS2024
Three leading screenwriters, Michael Bennett, Dianne Taylor and Lulu Wang share their experiences on the craft of writing for film and series, from the first idea being conceptualised through to the final draft for production based on examples from their own acclaimed work. This session is...
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Directing Masterclass with James Napier Robertson | BSS2024
James Napier Robertson has established himself as one of New Zealand’s most successful filmmakers over the last ten years with acclaimed films I’m Not Harry Jenson, The Dark Horse, Whina and Joika. Delving into the craft of directing, James’s masterclass offers insights into how a story can be…
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Cliff Curtis | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Cliff Curtis shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Pax Assadi | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Pax Assadi shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Jess Hong | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Jess Hong shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Shane Rangi | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Shane Rangi shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Lucy Lawless | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Lucy Lawless shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Beulah Koale | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Beulah Koale shares his thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Robyn Malcolm | Stepping into the Unknown Keynote Address | BSS2024
Celebrating New Zealand talent the 2024 BSS Keynote address included seven New Zealand acting practitioners with unique stories and outlooks. In this podcast Robyn Malcolm shares her thoughts on the BSS 2024 theme Stepping into the Unknown. This session, was presented by Te Mangai Paho.
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Lulu Wang In Conversation with Shuchi Kothari | BSS2024
American writer, director and showrunner Lulu Wang speaks with NZ-based screenwriter Shuchi Kothari about her adaption process of the book The Expatriates, her journey finding her voice as a writer and her directing work. They touch on her feature film The Farewell which draws on a personal story...
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Script to Screen TALK 2023: Lee Tamahori In Conversation
Script to Screen was delighted to present this in-conversation with Lee Tamahori, one of New Zealand’s most successful and celebrated filmmakers. He is the director and co-writer of The Convert, starring Guy Pearce and Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne and premiering at Toronto International Film…
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Script to Screen TALK 2023: Kickstart your Screenwriting Career
Explore the roots of accomplished New Zealand writers Briar Grace-Smith, Michael Bennett, and Pip Hall, and how they have each paved their way for a successful career in the screen industry. Jackie Dennis probes into their screenwriting process and seeks their advice for aspiring screenwriters...
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Script to Screen TALKS 2023: Development Essentials with Nicole Dade (Extract)
Experienced screenwriter, script editor and development producer Nicole Dade breaks down the script development process and discusses how to develop your own idea so that it moves forward. Nicole talks about the main structural element of the story, the story world, and examines how the…
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Script to Screen TALKS 2023: Crafting Powerful & Original Character Arcs, with Anthony Mullins
----more---- Episode Example (13min): The Beach | Full Episode | Bluey ----more---- This podcast is brought to you thanks to generous support from the: New Zealand Film Commission, Foundation North, Te Auaha NZ Institute of Creativity, The Capitol Cinema, White Studios and Images and Sound....
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Script to Screen TALK 2023: Adapting Real Life for the Screen
Three outstanding writer-directors, Welby Ings, Matthew J. Saville, and Paula Whetu Jones discuss their observations with producer Karin Williams in crafting feature films Punch, Whina and Juniper. If you are telling a story from real life, learn from the experiences of these filmmakers as they...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Opening Keynote Addresses: Mana Auaha – Creative Power
In our Opening Keynote Addresses, six creatives in roles integral to the filmmaking process respond to our theme Mana Auaha, Creative Power. Composer Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper, colourist Alana Cotton, costume designer Jane Holland, editor Jabez Olssen, production designer Ra Vincent, and unit stills...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: The Art of Adaptation with Shaun Grant
In this session, Australian screenwriter and producer Shaun Grant speaks with NZ screenwriter Fiona Samuel about his adaptation process, how to choose your next project, and finding your voice as a writer. They touch on his feature films Snowtown, Berlin Syndrome, and most recently Nitram, which...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Creating a Successful Social Content Strategy – with the Aotearoa Screen Publicists’ Collective
In this panel discussion presented by the Aotearoa Screen Publicists Collective, publicist Courtney Mayhew and comedian Joe Daymond dive into the importance of social media content and its role in helping your next project reaching its audience. They discuss building a successful strategy, what…
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Screen Industry Worker’s Bill: What is it and what will it mean?
Update: this is now the Screen Industry Workers Act The Screen Industry Worker’s Bill was introduced to Parliament in 2020 and is expected to pass in the coming months. In this panel discussion, Principal Policy Advisor at MBIE (Emby), Gayathiri Ganeshan; the Executive Director of SPADA, Sandy...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: NZ Film Commission Presentation
This session is a presentation by the New Zealand Film Commission - Te Tumu Whakaata Taonga. Hear from acting CEO Mladen Ivancic, Pou Whakahaere, Te O Kahurangi Waaka, Head of Incentives Catherine Bates, Head of International Screen Attraction Philippa Mossman, and Head of Marketing Jasmin...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: In Conversation with Toa Fraser
In this session, writer, director and producer Toa Fraser shares insights into his creative process and how it has changed with his diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Toa speaks with writer, director Paula Whetu Jones about growing up in England, making his way to New Zealand and connecting with…
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: In Conversation with Destin Daniel Cretton
In this session, celebrated writer director Destin Daniel Cretton speaks with NZ writer director Roseanne Liang about his journey developing his directing and storytelling voice throughout his career. They discuss his experience making the award-winning Short Term 12, and how its success…
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Case Study: Kid Sister
In this session, series creator Simone Nathan and director Aidee Walker discuss the process of making the binge-worthy Jewish comedy series Kid Sister, from conception through to post-production. They speak with journalist Alex Casey about the writing process, the wearing of multiple creative...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Irirangi te Motu / NZ On Air Address
In this session, NZ On Air gives an update on what it’s been working on since December 2020, and where to from here. Chief Executive, Cameron Harland and Head of Funding, Amie Mills take us through topics such as innovative data framework for pan-sector audience measurement, new frontiers in...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Case Study: Production Design with Grant Major – The Power of the Dog
In this session, Grant Major delves into his involvement as a production designer on The Power of the Dog, from first reading the script, to the painstaking work in bringing the physical settings to life, and shepherding them through the filming process. He talks about how story and authenticity...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Story Techniques: Insights from the World of Games and VR
In this panel discussion, moderator Sacha Judd speaks with narrative designer, producer and screenwriter Harry Feltham, writer for screen and VR, Dane Giraud and Design Manager at Wellington-based games company Pikpok, Rick Stemm, about the similarities and differences between the storytelling...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Ngā Aho Whakaari presents...Weaving the Future of Māori Storytelling
In this session, four screen industry practitioners, producer Mia Henry-Tierney, producer and showrunner Quinton Hita, writer/director Paula Whetu Jones and Pou Ārahi Kaupapa / Head of Content at Te Mangai Paho Blake Ihimaera as they share their experiences developing and creating work as Māori...
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Big Screen Symposium 2022: Sustainable Productions with Greenlit
In this panel discussion, sustainability manager and steering committee member for Greenlit Rose Archer, producer and Greenlit chair Craig Gainsborough and Vector’s senior sustainability partner Dr. Prageeth Jayathissa shed light on the enormous sustainability challenges faced by the screen...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: Keynote Addresses on the theme Transforming Culture
The opening keynote addresses are centered around the theme Transforming Culture and are delivered by five storytellers: documentary maker Leanne Pooley, games designer and producer Maru Nihoniho, writer and activist Cole Meyers, producer Emma Slade, writer/ director Sebastián Lelio online from...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: A conversation with Finola Dwyer on the making of Brooklyn
In this session, two-time Academy Award-nominated producer Finola Dwyer whose projects include Brooklyn and An Education, shares her approach to filmmaking using the film Brooklyn as a case study. Finola talks to Carthew Neal, Academy Award-Winning producer for Jojo Rabbit, about the response to...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: Case Study with Sam Kelly and Vicky Pope - Savage
In this case study of 2020 box office hit Savage, writer/director Sam Kelly and producer Vicky Pope share what they learned from the unforeseen pitfalls and breakthroughs while bringing to life this ambitious feature film. This session is from the Big Screen Symposium held in Auckland on the 4th...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: In Conversation with Scott Ryan - Mr In-between
In this session, we hear from Australian multi-hyphenate Scott Ryan about his process creating, writing and starring in the crime drama series Mr In-between. FX renewed the series for a third season which was in production when this session was recorded. Scott is the sole writer and Nash Edgerton...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: NZ On Air Address
In this session, NZ On Air's Chief Executive Cameron Harland and Head of Funding Amie Mills outline the challenges, ideas and opportunities ahead as we all try to put 2020 behind us. How do we get local content in front of fragmenting audiences and young New Zealanders in particular? How do we...
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: Panel Discussion - Indigenising the Workflow
In this panel discussion, writer and director Becs Arahanga, content commissioner at Māori Television (kaikōkiri Kaupapa at Whakaata Māori) Lanita Ririnui and producer Piripi Curtis explore ideas and methods for Tikanga Māori to be incorporated into the creation of screen work, from the…
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: Writing Masterclass with Sophie Henderson - Thick and Thin Skin
In this masterclass, screenwriter Sophie Henderson explores how to build a story with empathy that connects with its audience. She argues for character authenticity over likeability and talks about putting your whole self into your script. This session is presented by Department of Post. Sophie…
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Big Screen Symposium 2020: Masterclass with Arielle Kilker - Storytelling for the docuseries format
In this session, storytelling for the docuseries format, producer, director and editor Arielle Kilker delves into what it means to write for a documentary series. Using her project hit Netflix series Cheer, Arielle covers finding the narrative across the series as a whole, how to keep the heart…
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🎞️ Podcasts recorded at the annual Big Screen Symposium & TALKS series recorded by Script to Screen at various regional events in Aotearoa, NZ. 🎞️ These podcasts are shared to help develop the craft and culture of storytelling for the screen in Aotearoa and beyond.
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🎞️ Podcasts recorded at the annual Big Screen Symposium & TALKS series recorded by Script to Screen at various regional events in Aotearoa, NZ. 🎞️ These podcasts are shared to help develop the craft and culture of storytelling for the screen in Aotearoa and beyond.
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