Blood & Bone Films

09/10/2022

Thanks to all who came out last night to experience all our hard work in a legit cinema :) it looked and sounded amazing!
Here it is for anyone keen to have a watch! Enjoy!

A young boxer is caught between the advice of his coach or following his friends in the opposite direction. Filmed in 2018.

05/10/2022

Hey Fam. Our film is coming up for its premiere at the local cinema. This Saturday 8th October 5:30pm at Lumiere Cinema. We'll have a quick Korero at the start then have watch, runtime 11mins. See you there!!

05/10/2021

Hey Fam! Long time no see. We are nearly done putting those finishing touches on this masterpiece of collaboration. Last stop, the sound mix with legendary Chris Sinclair. Can't wait for you all to see it!
If filmmaking has taught us one thing, it's the value of WE. Films are the result of many hearts and one goal. Super grateful to have had this experience!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤍🤎

11/12/2020

Just had a look at the first draft edit. Looking good!! Thank you to everyone for coming on this journey with us!

04/11/2020

Only 7 hours remaining! Get and show your support before it's to late. We still need help to cover costs so if you were going to pitch in but haven't got around to it now is the time! Head to > https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

02/11/2020

A little bit more about our why and who. Our films boosted campaign closes on Thursday so if you have donated yet, now is the time!

Screen CanterburyNZ had a sit down with film maker John Ross to hear more about about Blood and Bone Films' latest project, Anywhere but Nowhere, locally created in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

22/10/2020

We still need your help to reach our goal to get this film produced to a professional standard! Enjoy the trailer, share with your friends, and most importantly DONATE, and be a part of bring this message to light.
For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

22/10/2020

We have hit 100% !!! Thank you to everyone who donated and believed in the project. All the kind words and support have meant so much.
But we aren't finished yet! We still need a bit more to take this film from good to GREAT! There are extra days needed in the studio to rework some dialogue, festival fees, and extra little costs that all add up. So we've added a stretch goal of $16,000. Every little bit helps! TRAILER DROPPING 5PM!
For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

19/10/2020

"I went to the audition because I wanted to try something new, grow out of my comfort zone and have the experience and joy! During the film I got exactly that and loved every little bit of it! This film means a lot to me because it’s a symbol of life for young pasifikian and Maori people, it hits home." - Nekolas Thompson on his acting debut as Kingi.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

18/10/2020

"The quality of the opportunities we have play an important part in the level of success we
obtain in our lives. I have seen this in my own life where I had opportunities that those around me didn't have and as a result I could achieve what those around me could not.

It has been seen that when a Māori/Pacific Islander makes a choice that would have a positive impact on their life and society, influences such as negative stereotypes can unnecessarily turn these potentially life-changing opportunities into uphill battles. I want our audience to see and be urged to talk about this as they follow 16 year old Sefa who sets to decide and discover his place in life through the opportunities he is given and the choices he takes. I also want this film to showcase the incredible Pacific Island/Māori talent in Christchurch, by giving local creatives a platform to contribute to the expression of these relatable themes." - Director, Shea Kokaua.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

16/10/2020

A long-time performer, Sela comes from a vast background of theatre experience, having written, produced, and performed in many of her own theatre shows. In 2013 she co-founded 'No Limits', a performance group for Māori and Pasifika youth, and is now the writer and the director of Tulou Productions.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

14/10/2020

After winning the ‘people's choice award’ on Survivor New Zealand Nicaragua, Sala made his acting debut on stage with the theatre production Matai in between his job as a youth worker. Anywhere but Nowhere marks his ferocious screen debut as Sefa’s boxing coach and mentor in a role that closely mirrors his real life work.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

12/10/2020

No stranger to directing, this is Shea Kokaua's debut film, already having many theatre credits to his name. After studying at the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art (NASDA - Bachelor of Performing Arts) and WINTEC (Bachelor of Media Arts - Honours) he then completed his Masters of Arts studies at Ara while writing, performing and directing numerous theatre productions.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

09/10/2020

A stunning debut performance from Gideon Tanielu-Smith sparked a passion that has propelled him to New Zealand's foremost national drama school, Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School in Wellington. From the outset Gideon threw himself into the role and soaked up as much as possible from seasoned performers Shea and Sela, to bring the character of Sefa to life.

For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

09/10/2020

Our Boosted campaign for 'Anywhere but Nowhere' has gone live!
For more info see https://www.boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

07/10/2020

Our boosted campaign is now LIVE! We are excited to share with you the trailer for ‘Anywhere but Nowhere’. For more info see https://boosted.org.nz/projects/anywhere-but-nowhere

07/10/2020

TOMORROW marks the beginning of a new journey for our short film ‘Anywhere but Nowhere’ - the boosted campaign begins!

Over the past two years we’ve found gaps in busy schedules to come together for a common goal, to put together a film that we are immensely proud of.

This film is a message that has never been more relevant. We understand times are difficult - so any support to this project will help massively to get the message out and to keep the momentum for future stories to come.

Join the team and journey with us!

05/10/2020

Only two days to go! Our boosted campaign launches this Thursday!

If the youth are the leaders of tomorrow,
then you are the leaders of today,
prepare a way for them to rise,
so tomorrow can be a better day.

The short film Anywhere but Nowhere serves as a vehicle to illustrate the effects of both positive and negative influences within our society and asks the question: What is our influence on the society we live in?

Join the team and journey with us!

04/10/2020

Three days to go… Until our boosted campaign launch!

Made by a passionate crew from Otautahi Chch. ‘Anywhere but Nowhere’ is a short film about some of the opportunities and choices that face young Māori and Pacific Island people in New Zealand

It’s a message inspired by the streets of eastern Christchurch, where positive opportunities are scarce and many youth find themselves heading down the wrong path.

This film serves as a vehicle to illustrate the effects of both positive and negative influences within our society and asks the question: What is our influence on the society we live in?

Join the team and journey with us!

04/10/2020

Four days and counting!

Only four days to go until the boosted campaign for our short film Anywhere but Nowhere goes live!

Directed by Shea Kokaua, the film follows the journey of young Sefa, a Samoan teen with the world at his feet. Life seems easy until he is drawn in two different directions, and has a very difficult choice to make.

This film serves as a vehicle to illustrate the effects of both positive and negative influences within our society and asks the question: What is our influence on the society we live in?

The film is a message that has never been more relevant. We understand times are difficult - so any support to this project will help massively to get the message out and to keep the momentum for future stories to come.

Join the team and journey with us!