This month on 'Point of View', join Tom Augustine as he chats with the incredible Ramon Te Wake, a trailblazing storyteller, award-nominated screen director, presenter, and advocate for untold stories. From the groundbreaking project Takataapui, the world’s first Indigenous queer TV series, to the thought-provoking documentary Trans & Pregnant, Ramon shares a creative journey that spans from Dargaville to New York.

What to Expect:

• Ramon discusses her passion for storytelling and how it fuels her life and career.
• An in-depth look at her most impactful projects, including the world-changing Takataapui and other works that challenge societal norms.
• A personal reflection on her journey from Dargaville to New York, her love of music, and her powerful documentaries.

Featured Films:

• Mafusa the Lion King
• Better Man
• Den of Thieves: Pantera
• The Haka Party Incident
• Dahomey

Summer Horror Highlights:

• Nosferatu
• The Wolf Man
• Presence
• Companion

Awards Hopefuls:

• A Real Pain
• A Complete Unknown
• The Brutalist
• Maria

More to Look Forward To:

• Kraven the Hunter
• LOTR: War of the Rohirrim
• All We Imagine as Light
• Sonic 3
• Conclave
• We Live in Time

Best of Streaming Coming Out:

• Squid Game Season 2
• Severance Season 2

Best Storytelling We’ve Seen in 2024:

• Tom and Ramon’s picks for the standout storytelling moments of the year.

It’s an inspiring episode filled with insights into the world of creativity, storytelling, and advocacy. You won’t want to miss this conversation!

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Speakers:

• Tom Augustine – @thaugustine
• Ramon Te Wake – @ramont

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Point of View offers an in-depth exploration of the film industry, focusing on award-winning movies, independent films, and compelling documentaries. Tune in for engaging discussions on current trends, standout performances, and behind-the-scenes stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. The podcast also features movie reviews, offering fresh insights into the latest releases and cinematic masterpieces. Whether you're a film buff or simply curious about the world of entertainment, Point of View provides a comprehensive perspective on everything happening in film.

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Host: Tom Augustine

More about Tom Augustine:

Tom Augustine is an award-winning Auckland-based filmmaker and writer. He has been writing film criticism since 2016, including a regular film column, The Weekend in Film, for the New Zealand Herald’s Canvas Magazine until early 2020. Tom’s writing has appeared in Little White Lies, The New Zealand Herald, The Spinoff, North & South, Metro Magazine, The Pantograph Punch, and others, while his directorial work has been profiled in Clash Magazine, Stuff, and The Spinoff. Tom is the recipient of a NZ Writers Guild Seed Advanced Grant and was recently selected for the inaugural Tāhuna Writers Residency in Queenstown. He currently programs the monthly Capitol Cinema Film Club with filmmaker Amanda Jane Robinson.

Join Tom Augustine and special guest Kate Rodger as they dive into the world of film this November! Kate shares insights on interviewing and holiday season favorites, while Tom talks about film highlights, holiday classics, and what’s hitting the silver screen. Get the scoop on films like Saturday Night, Wicked: Part 1, No Other Land, Red One, and Gladiator II. It’s a cinematic feast you won’t want to miss!

Featured Films:

• Saturday Night
• Gladiator II
• No Other Land
• Wicked
• Red One

Awards Hopefuls:

• Memoir of Snail
• Never Look Away

More to Look Forward To:

• Christmas Eve in Miller's Point
• Moana 2
• Your Monster
• Taki Rua
• Memory
• The Piano Lesson

Best of Streaming Coming Out:

• Blitz
• Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
• Joy

Stay Connected: Don’t miss next month’s updates—follow us on social media:

• Facebook: / @viewmagnz
• Instagram: / @viewmagnz
• Visit our website: https://www.viewmag.co.nz/

Speakers:

• Tom Augustine – @thaugustine
• Kate Rodger – @kate_rodger

Stay tuned for more exciting episodes!