October 19, 2015
Submissions call for Maoriland Film Festival
The Maoriland Film Festival is calling on native filmmakers to submit entries for the third festival next March.
Director Libby Hakaraia says while it is based on Otaki, it's an international festival that celebrating Indigenous voices and storytelling in film.
She says Otaki has a strong Maori identity with extensive Maori education facilities.
The works presented at Maoriland are a showcase of the immense wealth of Indigenous creative talents, demonstrating the unique and diverse perspectives of Indigenous people the world over.
Film, video or new media work will be considered, with submissions closing on December 11, although late submissions will be considered until mid- January.
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