Local Democracy Reporting'Path is real': Academy honour shines spotlight on Pacific film talentAward-winning Sāmoan filmmaker Tusi Tamasese says Pacific storytelling is gaining global recognition as Auckland Council backs Pasifika filmmaking.Taelegalolo'u Mary AfemataFri, 10 Jul
EntertainmentLive-action Moana stars on their ancestry, family and ‘seeing my grandfather’ on setSeiuli Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia say the new Moana film is more than a movie as they describe a deep spiritual and family connection to their ancestors, culture and personal journey. Latonya LoleWed, 01 Jul
Arts • Tonga • Sāmoa • Aotearoa New ZealandPacific filmmakers earn a seat at the Academy Awards voting tableA Tongan-New Zealand film-maker and Sāmoan director have been invited to join the Academy behind the Oscars.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 30 Jun
Entertainment‘I know I can’: Pacific excellence strut the blue carpet at Moana Sydney premiereProud Pasifika film and cultural artists gathered to celebrate the incredible moment of on-screen indigenous representation.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 29 Jun
Arts'It's a great privilege': Filmmaker brings Lomu's story homeVea Mafile’o’s long-awaited documentary, Lomu, follows the rugby legend's rise from Ha’apai to global fame, told through Pacific eyes and family voices.Renate RiversTue, 09 Jun
Language & CulturePacific voices lead the story: New film brings climate reality and culture to the big screenA new animated film, told mostly in Pacific languages, shares real stories from across the region and puts communities at the centre of the climate crisis.Atutahi Potaka-DewesMon, 13 Apr
EntertainmentThe VC that never was: Bringing the heroic truth of Haane Manahi to the big screen'Sgt. Haane' is a new film shines light on a Māori Battalion legend, moving past a denied medal to reveal the man beyond the soldier.Atutahi Potaka-DewesFri, 27 Feb
Arts • Aotearoa New Zealand • FijiSecond Apology: Fijian artist’s bold new film demands more for Pacific communitiesAfter winning acclaim in the United Kingdom, artist Luke Willis Thompson returns home with a powerful 35mm movie that reimagines the 2021 Dawn Raids apology.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 19 Feb
SummerHoliday Classics: The sports films that bring families together Locals share the movies that shaped their childhoods, from old-school soundtracks to inspirational coaches and iconic underdog stories.Latonya LoleMon, 05 Jan
EntertainmentDisney’s ‘Moana’ live-action remake sparks controversy over CGI and styling choicesThe first-look teaser racked up millions of views within hours, but fans are upset about the heavy visuals and changes to Moana’s iconic curly hair.Atutahi Potaka-DewesWed, 19 Nov
