ChrisDudman
- Director
- Writer
Kiwi Chris Dudman studied film at Ilam and London’s Royal College of Art; his graduation short was nominated for a student Oscar. Since returning to New Zealand, Dudman has directed drama shows (the high-rating Harry), documentaries (The Day that Changed My Life), attention-grabbing short films (Choice Night), and a number of high profile ads for his company Robber’s Dog.
Screenography
Biography
Chris Dudman was raised in the South Island town of Haast. He went on to study painting at Ilam School of Fine Arts in Christchurch, with a minor in film. A Week in August, a short film funded by the QEII Arts Council, helped win him a place at London’s Royal College of Art. The first New Zealander to be selected for the RCA's film section, Dudman went on to complete a Master of Arts.
Awards
2015 Documentary Edge Festival (New Zealand)
Best New Zealand Feature: The Day that Changed My Life
Best New Zealand Director: The Day that Changed My Life
2013 Rilato Channel New Zealand Film Awards
Nominated for Best Television Drama or Feature Series: Harry
“Affecting coming of age drama . . . Fine lead performances by Aaron McGregor and Pearl McGlashan locate this story firmly in the real world.”