Join us for a focus on New Zealand filmmakers with guests THUNDERLIPS (Sean Wallace and Jordan Mark Windsor), writer/directors of the upcoming body horror comedy MUM, I’M ALIEN PREGNANT, which premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.

In this session, you will hear from a panel of environmental filmmakers as they discuss Redford’s impact on their careers, why climate storytelling is more important and empowering than ever, and how all filmmakers can incorporate climate themes and social impact into their work.

Join award-winning director/producer Anayansi Prado as she shares insights from creating her latest film, UVALDE MOM (2025, SXSW), delving into the care practices she cultivated throughout its production and release.

Join us to learn how narrative design serves as the framework in video games, directing the player's journey and maintaining sustained engagement. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn more about this dynamic storytelling format!

In this three-hour Master Class, you will learn the essential skills needed to effectively direct action scenes as Morenike Joela Evans breaks down the mechanics of directing action from start to finish.