Pike River, directed by Rob Sarkies (DEGANZ) and edited by fellow member Peter Roberts, has had a well-deserved, smashing opening week. Not only has the feature grossed half a million at the box office, but it has also touched the hearts of audiences and earned a stream of positive reviews. Dame Gaylene Preston reviewed the […]
The 8th annual New Zealand Cinematographers Society (NZCS) Awards took place on 18 October 2025 in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, with DEGANZ members Thomas Burstyn NZCS CSC, Benjamin Mikha, and Joe Murdie taking home awards. The NZCS Awards were established in 2016 to celebrate and honour outstanding cinematography from Aotearoa. The awards offer cinematographers the opportunity to […]
Another newsletter, another DEGANZ Watch List! This time, DEGANZ members are behind the new comedy series Bloke of the Apocalypse and the latest season of Educators. Both shows offer a cheeky look into classic Kiwi culture and propose that maybe the attitudes of younger generations can teach the adults something new. DEGANZ Board President Ben […]
DEGANZ was a proud sponsor of Misty Flicks Film Festival this year, and is excited to join them in celebrating the 2025 award winners, including multiple of our members. Misty Flicks is a not-for-profit organisation that supports film and filmmakers in the Waikato & Central North Island of Aotearoa. Each year since 2018, it has […]
It’s time for NZ Web Fest once again! This year, 15 selected projects are from DEGANZ members, with 12 as finalists for an array of awards. Of the selections and nominations, several DEGANZ members are being recognised for their talent and skills in direction, writing, and editing. Since its inception in 2015, the virtual festival […]