Kingston Productions NZ

Kingston Productions is pleased to support the Boosted X Moana campaign to remount the Nuku'alofa Film Festival in the Kingdom of Tonga in November.

The festival was founded in 2015, by artistic director Sisi’uno Helu and other filmmakers from New Zealand of Tongan descent and in artists in Tonga. It’s aim is to empower Tongan and Tagata Pasifika artists to tell their own stories by amplifying their voices through film.

Please join our team to fundraise $13K. We have already hit the $5K mark. Boosted X Moana is matching up to $6K.

We will also run a student climate change competition in Tonga so it's all on.

Check out the link below and please donate, all donations no matter how big or small are greatly appreciated.

https://boosted.org.nz/projects/nuku-alofa-film-festival-2024

Had the chance to see this documentary as part of this year’s NZIFF. Congratulations Whetu Fala and Selina Joe for capturing this important kaupapa.

How exciting! UPROAR just won Best Oceanian Film at the Septimius Awards in Amsterdam.

A huge congratulations to all who put in the hard mahi to make this film the gem that it is. It has been almost a year since the film’s world premiere and it’s still making its way around the globe.

Watch UPROAR now. Link in bio.

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We’re so excited to see that UPROAR has been nominated for Best Oceanic Film for the Septimius Awards 2024!

Watch UPROAR now! Link in bio.

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Congratulations to Ilaisaane Green from Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a for being nominated for BEST ACTRESS in a Thriller, Sci-fi or Fantasy.

Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a has also been nominated for an OUTSTANDING award in the Thriller genre.

Make sure to stream BRUTAL LIVES through the link in our bio.

Appreciation Post

Last week I had the privilege of being on a WIFT panel 'Locking the Reel Deel:Mastering Festival Tactics and Marketing Must-haves'.

It was facilitated by the awesome Alex Reed with fellow panellists, Jasmin McSweeney (Head of Sales and Acquisitions for New Zealand, Umbrella Entertainment) and Jill Macnab (General Manager, Vendetta Films). It was great to speak alongside these legends.

It was an awesome night and an opportunity to acknowledge someone in the audience - Orlando Stewart. O generously gave me his time when I first started out as a producer. I really appreciate you Orlando and would like to thank you for being so patient and kind and for sharing your knowledge with me. You're amazing and I can't wait to see your next film.

Congrats to the team at Firefly Films NZ for the NZ Premiere of Bookworm this week. Well done to the Director, Ant Timpson and Producers, Bull, Slade and Victoria Bull. Get out and support NZ films and this hugely talented team.

Checked out our website yet? 👩‍💻

On our website you can find all the projects we were a part of as well as our UPCOMING projects … 👀

✨ Watch this space and keep an eye on our website! Great things are in development.

LINK IN BIO.

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Rooted in his strong faith and Tongan heritage, Saia Mafile’o, a Tongan migrant pensioner in South Auckland navigates life’s challenges, including his complex relationship with his son Robert.

Their story delves into themes of faith, culture, and family bonds strained by generational differences and the enduring impact of their shared history.

✨ Have you seen For My Father’s Kingdom yet?
Available to watch on NZ Film on Demand and Apple TV!

🔗 Links in bio!

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WTN- Unlocking the Reel Deal: Mastering Festival Tactics and Marketing Must-Haves | Humanitix The essentials of festival strategies and marketing materials

Fantastic news. Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a will be playing at the New Jersey WebFest 2024!

An absolute honour to continue our festival journey.

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Finally got to catch up with Nikau and his dad Ali Cowley! Our Meet Munch Jr stars.

Nikau, an artist has unique talents which allow him to create colourful worlds. With the help of his animator Dad, Nikau was able to bring his very own character, Munch Jr. to life!

Meet Munch Jr is a powerful story, sharing the unconditional bond of father and son.

Keen to see more? Check out the link in our bio and watch MEET MUNCH JR today! 🦖🌟

Fantastic news today with the announcement Kingston Productions is one of the six projects funded through the inaugural Aotearoa New Zealand Pacific Regional Media Fund.

The Children of Niue docu-series follows a father and son, a well-known Niuean actor, an opera singer, a scientist and a Niuean high school student on what it means to be Niuean, as the island nation celebrates 50 years of self-governance this year.

It's so exciting. Congratulations to the other productions too!

NZ On Air funds uniquely Pasifika stories for audiences across the Pacific and Aotearoa Six projects have been announced as the successful recipients of funding in the first-ever Aotearoa New Zealand Pacific Regional Media Fund.

Haanz Fa’avae Jackson, a proud South Aucklander of Niuean, Tongan, and Samoan descent, proves to be a versatile performer. ✨

Graduating from the Pacific Institute of Performing Arts in 2014, Haanz swiftly carved his path in both theatre and screen. With notable performances in Auckland Theatre Company’s North by Northwest, The Life of Galileo, and Still Life with Chickens, he captivated audiences across New Zealand and on international stages like Riverside Theatre, Australia, and Shanghai Grand Theatre, China. As of current, Haanz plays Terrance in the stage adaptation of Red, White and Brass.

Haanz’s has been in acclaimed features such as Red, White & Brass, Hibiscus & Ruthless, and Savage, alongside standout appearances in shorts like The Messiah and My Friend Michael Jones, premiered at the New Zealand International Film Festival.

We’ve also seen his talent in series like Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a, Panthers, My Life is Murder, and The Brokenwood Mysteries.

Haanz is committed to empowering young Pasifika artists to share their narratives, ensuring their voices resonate on stage and screen.

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Such a great interview with the incredibly talented Brandon Te Moananui.

How I make it work: Film is both craft and calling for Brandon Te Moananui With image-making a lifelong passion, how does he build balance?

Anapela Polataivao shares insight into her work and creative process. So proud 🙌

Anapela Polataivao on stepping up to the work 'It’s about going into the unknown, willingly... and troubleshooting along the way!'

Our Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a’s very own, ‘Aisea Latu! ✨

‘Aisea Latu; a Tongan-New Zealand performing artist who does it all. He was raised in Auckland and has links to Pukotala, Ha’apai, Fatai and Tongatapu in Tonga. As a notable performer, ‘Aisea has been involved in several projects across film, TV and theatre. ‘Aisea plays the character of Peni, the oldest son in Brutal Lives - Mo'ui Faingata'a. He appeared in the film, 'Take Home Pay' and worked on Jason Momoa’s series, Chief of War - Yenekine. In 2022 he travelled with the critically acclaimed dance theatre group, Black Grace to the United States. 'Aisea also plays Shonny in the stage adaptation production of Red, White and Brass whilst also being the assistant music director for the show.

You can check out ‘Aisea’s brilliant performance in Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a season 1 & 2 through the link in our bio!

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Kingston Productions congratulates Anapela Polataivao for being recognised in the FAME Awards.

Anapela was the Acting Coach for season two of Brutal Lives - Mo'ui Faingata'a and is a long-time supporter of Kingston Productions.

We are so proud of you Anapela.

FAME Awards - Performing Arts Network of New Zealand The FAME awards are to support the advancement and recognition of established and highly productive, inspirational NZ industry professionals, across three creative disciplines – Contemporary Dance, Classical Music and Theatre.

UPROAR IN AMERICA 🇺🇸 How good! 🤩🎊

We are so excited because UPROAR is now available on demand in America 🤩🤩

Catch it now on the following platforms across America 🎊
Amazon, AppleTV/iTunes, DirecTV, DISH, Google Play, hoopla, kanopy, Microsoft, Spectrum, Verizon, YouTube Movies, VUDU, and it is also available on local cable/satellite providers such as Xfinity/Comcast, Charter, optimum, sling, Blue Ridge Cable, etc.

MIAMI WEB FEST 2024, WE ON 🔥🥳

Fingers crossed for Brutal Lives - Mo’ui Faingata’a as it’s been nominated for …

- Best Directing
- Best Directing (Intl)
- Best Cinematography
- Best Sci-fi

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Best Sci-fi? Now that’s a new one 👀

Check out the link in our bio fam & stream BRUTAL LIVES 📺

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Wow - the second series of Brutal Lives - Mo'ui Faingata'a has received 4 nominations at this year's Miami Web Festival including Best Sci-Fi, now that's a first.

The festival is on in Miami from 2-5 May.

To watch both season 1 & 2 out the details on our Link Tree.

NZ On Air The Coconet TV

Alice Lolohea (Tongan) is an accomplished Pacific journalist, reporter and director. She directed her first short documentary, Testimony as part of Loading Docs and is currently co-hosting the ABC’s The Pacific show in Australia. Alice previously worked for Tagata Pasifika at TVNZ and directed the 6-part Te Maeva Nui series Araura Enua: Road to Te Maeva Nui for the show’s online platform TP+. She also was a director’s attachment on the documentary, Dame Valerie Adams: More Than Gold.

“There are many heartfelt moments in this film and the performances really draw you in. Julian Dennison will have you laughing one minute and crying the next. Uproar is the kind of movie we need to see and will create great conversations with your family and friends.”

Thinking of watching UPROAR? We’d say it’s a must have on your movies-to-watch list! 🍿

Click the link on our story to read more of this review by Victor Aragon.

UPROAR available to stream NOW on Youtube, Apple TV & Google Play 📺✅

Kingston Productions at The Big Screen Symposium 2024!

What an incredible chance to connect with and hear from other storytellers; directors, writers, producers, actors, editors and everyone in between 🥹.

The 2-day event is this coming Friday and Saturday April 5th & 6th.

Workshops, masterclasses, incredible guest speakers and more. Can’t wait! 🤩

Wanna get amongst it? Follow the link on our story 🎬

This week marks 6 years since filming the short film, The Messiah, written and directed by Vela Manusaute. This film was funded by the NZFC and through a boosted campaign with support from family and friends. It was also the first film I produced and so began the creative relationship with Vela Manusaute.

Sharing some screenings in the US for Uproar.

UPROAR is screening today at Māoriland!

If you're curious what people are saying about our film check out some of the reviews, we're still at 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.

"Watching his (Josh Waaka) progression, which involves figuring out his interests, sorting out his family life, and realizing what it means to be Māori at this time in New Zealand, provides a real emotional ride."

UPROAR now streaming in Aotearoa and Australia, and is OUT NOW in select theatres across the US.

Link here for more details >>> https://direct.me/caravancarparkfilms