DEGANZ Members Gain International Experience with Lantern Pictures

DEGANZ members and directors Max Currie and Ghazaleh Gol have undertaken international placements with Sydney-based Lantern Pictures through NZFC’s International Placements Initiative.

Max and Ghazaleh have gained hands-on experience across television development and production, working alongside one of Australia’s leading writer-led production companies.

Reflecting on the experience as his placement draws to a close, Max says he is “coming home sharper and hungrier to write.”

We congratulate Max and Ghazaleh on this exciting opportunity and look forward to seeing what develops from their international experience.

Last updated on 8 October 2026