Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Gisborne, Hamilton, Katikati, New Plymouth, Opotiki, Palmerston North, Tauranga, Te Awamutu, Thames, Whangarei, Whitianga, Alexandra, Dunedin, Invercargill, Nelson, Picton, Selwyn, Stewart Island, Takaka Phil Houghton Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Gisborne, Hamilton, Katikati, New Plymouth, Opotiki, Palmerston North, Tauranga, Te Awamutu, Thames, Whangarei, Whitianga, Alexandra, Dunedin, Invercargill, Nelson, Picton, Selwyn, Stewart Island, Takaka Phil Houghton

The Sampler

Highlight short films from the festival are collected in this tasty package.

Inspiring and thoughtful stories include a boxing nun, an AI robot, a dedicated teacher and a Palestinian man trying to return home. Much loved stars Hugh Bonneville, Marlon Williams, Thomas Sainsbury and Alison Bruce make an appearance. We have some fun with an out-of-his-depth dad at a twirling competition and a maniacal ice-cream seller on the beach.

Run time: 102 min

Rating: M - Violence, offensive language, sexual references & content that may disturb

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Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Tauranga, Dunedin, Picton, Selwyn, Waihi Beach, Kaiapoi Phil Houghton Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Tauranga, Dunedin, Picton, Selwyn, Waihi Beach, Kaiapoi Phil Houghton

Whānau Friendly

In this collection of short films for children and their families, cute animals and natural environments come to life in vibrant animations; an aspiring young warrior goes on a valiant quest; a much-loved soft toy comes to life; and gnomes declare war on an unsuspecting golf course. Find out why this is one of the most popular sections of Show Me Shorts.

Run time: 74 min

Rating: PG - Some scenes may scare very young children

Best for ages: 7 - 12 years

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