Attention Filmmakers: Applications for the 2018 Short Film Lab Are Now Open

2017's 'Tree' written and directed by Lauren Jackson

Applications are now open for the Aotearoa Short Film Lab, a prestigious hothouse mentoring scheme for screenwriters and filmmakers to workshop new ideas for short films.

Established in 2010 as a partnership between Show Me Shorts and Script to Screen, the Lab offers six local, and up to two international, short filmmakers the opportunity to develop their short film concepts and scripts with the guidance and advice of experienced industry mentors.

The Lab includes a full-day workshop in Auckland in March 2018. The mentors in previous years have included: Ainsley Gardiner (Waru), Jackie van Beek (The Inland Road), Jake Mahaffy (Free in Deed), Zia Mandviwalla (Night Shift), Roseanne Liang (Do No Harm), Dianne Taylor (Beyond the Known World) and Shuchi Kothari (Apron Strings).

To apply, complete the online application form.

Applications close on Thursday 14 December 2017, 5pm.

The Lab is generously supported by the New Zealand Film Commission, Wallace Foundation, The Trusts Community Foundation and The University of Auckland.

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