THE INAUGURAL WAO FILM FESTIVAL

Submitted by: Arna Craig

There is nothing quite like watching a really good film. Film's ability to show us the way, to flip the way we look at the world and to inspire action. At a time when our radically shifting world is calling for creative solutions, this may be exactly what we need.

With this power of story in mind, the team at Wao Aotearoa is delighted to announce the inaugural Wao Film Festival. On 18 - 21 May at the Lake Wānaka Centre, a selection of 18 short films and documentaries will celebrate what we think is some of the finest storytelling happening in the world right now.

The festival programme will be spread across four days, and we’ll be joined by guest speakers to keep the conversations rolling. Gather a group of friends, pack a picnic and bring the kids. Come to one film, or come to every session; there are ticketing options available for everyone. Tickets are $15 a session or grab a 3 for $30 pass. Kids are $10 per day. For those who can’t make the sessions or prefer to watch on their own time, the entire festival is available online.

Go to www.wao.co.nz for the full programme and to buy tickets.