Tier 4
Wairoa, North Island New Zealand, New Zealand
Last verified 12 June 2026
The WAIROA MĀORI FILM FESTIVAL is a celebration of Māori and indigenous film held at Kahungunu Marae, Nuhaka, New Zealand, each year. Founded in 2005, Wairoa Māori Film Festival content is focused on Māori- made and Māori-themed film works, with a diverse international
Submitting to Wairoa Māori Film Festival costs around USD 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Wairoa Māori Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Wairoa Māori Film Festival takes place in Wairoa, North Island New Zealand, New Zealand.
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