UNFORGIVABLE CREW NZ — ZSOFI PICTURES

UNFORGIVABLE / WAHI TAPU, IMPARDONNABLE

“In 1909 New Zealand, Henri, a young Vicar’s self-loathing is tested by his attraction to an idealistic Maori envoy, Tangaroa, the pair forced to hide their growing intimacy under the judgemental eyes of the imperious and God-fearing Québecois Joséphine.”

CREW CALL : Co-DIRECTOR

Our Team is looking for a upcoming creative to be mentored as a Co-Director by Jonathan Zsofi; the Director of a new Feature Film focusing on the queer love between a Pakeha Vicar (25) and a Māori Envoy (25) in 1910 Auckland, New Zealand.

TO APPLY

Please fill out the form below for the Role of Junior Director. Please carefully read the guidelines lower in the page before applying.
Entries Close Jan 31st 2021.

OUR TEAM

Produced by: Ruby Reihana-Wilson (Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Hine, Ngai Tūteauru) - Life is Easy (2019), INKED (2020), Timothy Moran - A Promise of Light (2020), Pressage (2017).
Directed by: Jonathan Zsofi - Te Makutu The Curse (2017), Blood of Jerusalem (2018), Hadir and The Deep (2014).
Writing team: Rhiannon Bells Harata (Ngāti Kahungunu) - Te Makutu, The Curse (2017), Gary Leaf (Ngā Puhi, Nga Tūwharetoa) Te Makutu, The Curse (2017), lead by Peter May - Shadow of Innocence (2015) with Script Supervisor Consultant: Kathryn Burnett - Fresh Eggs (2019).

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are searching for someone identifying as Tangata Whenua, who has a positive attitude, with an attentive work ethic.
The applicant needs to a great communicator who has a good understanding of Te Reo Māori.
Previous experience on-set is essential. Previous experience of directing film is helpful but not essential.
The Co-Director — depending on experience level — will be mentored through pre-production and will join the team filming on set.
They will direct a number of their own scenes, and when applicable will direct within the 2nd Unit.
Current shoot dates are not yet confirmed, for now we agree on a letter of intent, and once the final funding is obtained the successful applicant will gain the role advertised. The pay rate is open to negotiation.

FILL OUT THIS FORM TO APPLY

CREW CALL GUIDELINES

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES BEFORE YOU APPLY:

PLEASE RESPOND TO THE CREW CALL ONLY USING THE FORMS ON THE ADJOINED PAGES. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH EMAIL.
ONLY APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ADVERTISED ROLE WILL BE ACCEPTED.
NON-NZ CITIZENS CANNOT APPLY FOR THIS NZ BASED ROLE.

PRODUCTION DETAILS

Produced by: Ruby Reihana-Wilson (Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Hine, Ngai Tūteauru) - Life is Easy (2019), INKED (2020), Timothy Moran - A Promise of Light (2020), Pressage (2017).
Directed by: Jonathan Zsofi - Te Makutu The Curse (2017), Blood of Jerusalem (2018), Hadir and The Deep (2014).
Writing team: Rhiannon Bells Harata (Ngāti Kahungunu) - Te Makutu, The Curse (2017), Gary Leaf (Ngā Puhi, Nga Tūwharetoa) Te Makutu, The Curse (2017), lead by Peter May - Shadow of Innocence (2015) with Script Supervisor Consultant: Kathryn Burnett - Fresh Eggs (2019).
Production Company: The Ziggurat International Media Group LTD, and Zsofi Pictures in Association with MORGUE Moran/Guest Films LTD.
Based on: The Mass award-winning Te Makutu, The Curse (2017) & Shadow of Innocence (2015). Click to support Unforgivable by watching Te Makutu or Shadow.
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Languages: English, Te Reo Maori, Québec French.
Shooting: May & June 2021 on location in Auckland, New Zealand & Québec City, Canada.
Theatrical Release date: July 2022 (Tentative).