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Their Majesty: The battle to save Timaru's phantom movie theatre
The Majestic Theatre hasn't screened a film in more than a quarter of a century, but the building still stands - for now.
Coming soon! 66 films to see in 2024
Even though there might be fewer superheroes, movie theatres are still offering a typically wide variety of delights in 2024. Video
Who is going to survive the Game Of Thrones?
There is only one rule in the Game of Thrones - you win, or you die - and there are going to be some losers in the final season starting Monday. RNZ rates the chances of the remaining players. Video
Women behind the camera: 'There is a real push for it'
Despite NZ's history of strong female directors and some "good, positive change", there still aren't a lot of women calling the shots behind the camera, says a young Kiwi filmmaker.
'The NZ voice is so different' - Film Commission head
Streaming services are sparking some of the biggest changes ever seen in the film business, but NZ's cultural voice can be heard more clearly than ever, says the Film Commission head. Audio
Creating the impossible: A tale of two VFX houses
New Zealand's film industry is well known for its ability to produce impossible images for global film and television, but the country's visual effects houses say they can't coast on that reputation. Video
Do environmental protests actually work?
Taking part in direct protest action can generate attention and headlines, but do they prompt change? Audio