Maire’s ‘Silver Lining’ Commissioned for Day One Shorts

Here comes another round of Day One Shorts! This year, DEGANZ member Harriett Maire is directing one of the eight funded projects.

Day One Shorts is a series of short films by emerging filmmakers from across the motu. A mix of factual and fiction, they explore cultural, social and political issues by taking story risks, pushing the envelope, and looking to the future. The initiative provides scripted projects with $20k and documentaries with $15k to produce their films. In addition to funding, Day One offers the filmmakers wrap-around talent development support, including workshops, professional script consultancy, and mentorships for the directors and producers.

Harriett is directing the documentary Silver Lining. Approaching 25 years with type 1 diabetes, she reflects: How do you honour milestones in a lifelong condition? How do you keep moving forward on a journey with no end?

Congratulations, Harriett!

Last updated on 29 January 2026