Park Road Post, 141 Park Road, Mirimar, Wellington. Thurs 02 November. Pre Talk drinks 5:30pm – 6:30pm. Talk 6:30pm-7:30pm, $5 suggested koha.

Direct from the Big Screen Symposium, Script to Screen presents a case study of ONE THOUSAND ROPES, followed by networking drinks and nibbles.

“That seemingly casual connection between life and mythology, between flesh-and-blood reality and its parallel spiritual dimensions, informs this meditative drama about the redemption of a man whose healing hands have also inflicted scars on his family.”

– David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter

When Tusi Tamasese’s ONE THOUSAND ROPES premiered to critical acclaim in Berlinale’s prestigious Panorama section and at home, the co-existence of social realism and mysticism was consistently identified as striking, effective and unusual.

In this special session, Tamasese is joined by producer Catherine Fitzgerald, editor Annie Collins, colourist Clare Burlinson and VFX Supervisor Darwin Go to explore how post elements and music came together to tell the powerful story of ONE THOUSAND ROPES.

A section of the film is granularly analysed to demonstrate the composition of pictures, colour palette, sound design and music. Points of discussion include how a ‘purgatory’ feel for Maea’s world, and the threatening feel of character Seipua were achieved.

Join us for a demonstration on how the creative power of post can enhance character and world, whilst serving story. If feedback from the BSS is anything to go by, this session is not to be missed!