We're delighted to present introductions and Q&As with filmmakers at selected  screenings in Ōtautahi Christchurch for NZIFF 2023. 

You can hear filmmakers and other creatives involved with the films, discuss the film and their work at these sessions.

Building Bridges: Bill Youren's Visions of Peace
Q&A with director John Chrisstoffels
Sat 12 Aug 5.30pm (Lumière Cinemas)
Mon 14 Aug 3.45pm (Lumière Cinemas)

Grant Sheehan: Light, Ghosts & Dreams
Q&A with director Robin Greenberg
Sat 26 Aug 11.00am (Lumière Cinemas)

King Loser
Q&A with directors Cushla Dillon and Andrew Moore
Sat 12 Aug 8.00pm (Lumière Cinemas) – followed by live gig with Cash Guitar featuring Chris Heazlewood and special guests at the Embankment Tavern, Ferry Rd, Phillipstown. Entry by koha (suggest $10 per person)

Loop Track
Q&A with director Tom Sainsbury
Sat 19 Aug 8.00pm (Lumière Cinemas)
Sun 20 Aug 8.15pm (Alice Cinema)

Ms Information
Q&As with director Gwen Isaac
Sun 20 Aug 4.15pm (Lumière Cinemas)
Mon 21 Aug 11.15am (Lumière Cinemas)

Red Mole: A Romance
Q&As with director Annie Goldson
Sun 13 Aug 5.00pm (Lumière Cinemas)
Mon 14 Aug 11.45pm (Lumière Cinemas)

Tiki Taane in Session with CSO
Q&A with director Tiki Taane
Fri 11 Aug 6.15pm (Isaac Theatre Royal)