DEGNZ Selects presents this special director’s masterclass on 21 March with Lion and Top of the Lake director Garth Davis. Garth will discuss in depth the making of his latest feature Mary Magdalene, to be released in cinemas on 22 March starring Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix. Participants are encouraged to watch Mary Magdalene before the class – see below for advanced screenings.
Garth is BAFTA- and Emmy-nominated for Top of the Lake, DGA Best First Feature winner for Lion, and Gold Lion winner for his TV commercials work. This masterclass is a rare opportunity to engage with a much sought after director on the international scene.
When: Wednesday 21 March, 9am – 12pm
Where: Hawke Sea Scouts Hall, 55 West End Road, Herne Bay, Auckland
Cost: DEGNZ members free, Non-members $50.
Application Deadline: Wednesday 14 March, 6pm
TO APPLY please send your application in ONE PDF or DOC to admin@deganz.co.nz with ‘DEGNZ Selects’ in the subject line. In your application, please provide:
- your CV/bio with filmography
- a maximum one-page letter explaining why you would like to attend the workshop
- your mobile number.
Thanks to Garth Davis, The Equity Foundation, the New Zealand Film Commission and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for their support of this event.
Advanced screenings of Mary Magdalene:
Preview Screening + Garth Davis Q&A
by The Equity Foundation
Mon 19 March, 6pm
Rialto Cinema Newmarket
Free to industry guild members – Register here
Film Talk with Garth Davis Q&A
Sun 18 March, 5pm
Rialto Cinema Newmarket
$12 discounted tickets for industry members – Buy here