Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival w/ Artistic Director, Paolo Bertolin: 5th July, 2024

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival opened last week in Te Whanganui-a-Tara on the 31st of July, before touring nine other centres across the country until the 4th September.

Held annually across Aotearoa, the festival line up this year will feature 86 films and 19 shorts.

The programme this year brings together diverse film screenings at 15 cinemas and venues nationwide, while also providing opportunities to enhance the film-going experience with Q&As, masterclasses, workshops, panel discussions and special events including costume parties and a gig.

Sofia spoke to the festival’s Artistic Director, Paolo Bertolin, about the programme this year and what he’s most excited for.