


Poem for Sarah

Poem for Sarah
A powerful call for safer, fairer working conditions in the film industry.
crew member, workday, 14-hour shift, film production, Sarah Jones, safety on set, dangerous work, film industry, long hours, overtime, family, work-life balance, film crew, safety standards, production changes, solidarity, industry reform, safety awareness, loss, change, tragedy, crew unity.
A powerful call for safer, fairer working conditions in the film industry.


Point of View
Can We Not Make a Stand?

Point of View
Can We Not Make a Stand?
An anonymous crew member shares insights on the decline of crew reps and the difficulties of standing up on big-budget productions.
crew rep, film industry, crew representation, New Zealand film, The Blue Book, Guild, production issues, meal breaks, working hours, unionization, crew concerns, Hollywood productions, crew problems, film contracts, crew environment, unpaid meetings, job security, unionize, big-budget films, producer influence, crew rights.
An anonymous crew member shares insights on the decline of crew reps and the difficulties of standing up on big-budget productions.


Notes From A Broad...

Notes From A Broad...
A tribute to the dedication and skill of film crews, and the unforgettable moments behind the scenes.
film crew, filmmaking, professionals, artists, technical know-how, teamwork, props, continuity, wardrobe, crisis, explosion, emergency, collaboration, storytelling, film industry, craftsmanship, labor, tribute, A.K. Goss, Chris Pickard, Westland Ilmenite Mine, Perfect Strangers, ilmenite, South Coast, props department, behind-the-scenes, technical skills, industry camaraderie.
A tribute to the dedication and skill of film crews, and the unforgettable moments behind the scenes.


Frustrated Canadian

Frustrated Canadian
Revised itinerary after location changes; production coordinator’s candid frustration shines through.
Montreal shoot, production coordinator, location changes, shoot schedule, revised itinerary, film production challenges, schedule adjustments, production logistics, on-set coordination, filmmaking stress, itinerary updates, production planning, location issues, candid email, production setbacks, film crew communication, production management, movie shoot updates, schedule revisions, filmmaking realities.
Revised itinerary after location changes; production coordinator’s candid frustration shines through.


Happy Kiwi Crew Member

Happy Kiwi Crew Member
Acknowledging the Guild’s efforts in supporting New Zealand’s screen industry professionals.
NZFVTG, Guild appreciation, Fritha, screen industry support, little guys, industry recognition, Guild team efforts, New Zealand filmmaking, industry professionals, positive feedback, screen industry challenges, Guild contributions, anonymous note, member appreciation, industry acknowledgment, supportive community, New Zealand screen Guild, collaborative efforts, professional support, creative industry.
Acknowledging the Guild’s efforts in supporting New Zealand’s screen industry professionals.
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