Subgenre Sampler
New Zealand > Documentary: 297 Films to Buy & Rent
First Crossings (TV Series) (2012)
- This rugged adventure series literally retraces the steps of New Zealand's pioneer explorers in the intrepid, no–holds–barred style of…
How Far is Heaven (2012)
- Dir. Christopher Pryor, Miriam Smith
- A genuine triumph. Directors Christopher Pryor and Miriam Smith deftly compare the lives of the Sisters of Compassion (only three resident at the…
Intersexion (2012)
- Dir. Grant Lahood
- New Zealand's first 'out' intersex person, Mani Bruce Mitchell, reaches out to other intersexuals around the world in this a frank exploration of the…
Kea: Mountain Parrot (2012)
- Wild South documentary takes a closer look at New Zealand's notorious native mountain bird, famous for its mischievous behaviour, but less known as a…
Last Ocean, The (2012)
- Dir. Peter Young
- Sobering environmental documentary on the depletion of marine life in the Antarctic's Ross Sea, which factors as part of an international movement to…
Politically Incorrect Guide to Grown Ups, The (2012)
- Psychologist Nigel Latta's third installment in his popular 'politically incorrect' series turns the spotlight on the adults and the complexities of…
Shihad: Beautiful Machine (2012)
- Dir. Sam Peacocke
- A dignified and highly satisfying chronicle of the iconic Kiwi rockers, brimming with revealing anecdotes about the band's fight with fame, the…
West of Memphis (2012)
- Dir. Amy Berg
- Documentarian Amy Berg, with crucial the backing of Peter Jackson, investigates the crime, arrest, and long legal campaign to free the ‘West…
Billy T - Te Movie (2011)
- Dir. Ian Mune
Feat. Billy T. James
- Infectious, long overdue documentary celebration of comedy legend Billy T James' career in TV, sketch, and film, and his enduring influence on Kiwi…
Blakey (2011)
- The legacy of sailing legend and environmental crusader Peter Blake is celebrated in this quality commemorative TVNZ production.