Out of the Mist: An Alternate History of New Zealand Cinema

Savouring the chance to demonstrate that Kiwi cinema is about far more than the usual suspects found on so many top 10 lists, critic Tim Wong provides his own angle on the topic in this film, narrated by Luminaries author and occasional actor Eleanor Catton. Ranging widely — from experimental works, to an often forgotten contender for first Kiwi horror movie — Out of the Mist marked the first of three essay films aiming to “advocate for art on the margins”. Director Wong founded film and arts website The Lumière Reader in 2004.

Key Cast & Crew

Tim Wong (director)

Writer, Director

Eleanor Catton

Narrator

Melinda Jackson

Producer

Glen Cleaver

Sound

Jason Erskine

Composer

Svenda Ström

Composer