Film Clubs in New Zealand
Watch, discuss, and celebrate cinema with film clubs across New Zealand
17 clubs listed
Film clubs unite people who enjoy movies, storytelling, and discussion. In New Zealand, these clubs provide opportunities to watch films together, explore different genres, and share ideas about cinema from around the world.
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Clubs (17)
Auckland Film Society
Auckland CBD, Auckland
Offering regular film screenings and membership benefits, Auckland Film Society provides weekly Monday sessions at Academy Cinemas in Auckland CBD from March to
Canterbury Film Society
Christchurch, Canterbury
The Canterbury Film Society offers weekly arthouse, classic and world cinema screenings at Christchurch Art Gallery. Members enjoy access to over 30 films from
Carterton Film Society
Carterton, Wellington
A community-focused film society in Carterton, the Carterton Film Society screens quality international and local films monthly to members at the Rangatahi Hub
Dunedin Film Society
Dunedin, Otago
Join us at Dunedin Film Society for annual membership and regular film screenings in central Dunedin. As a non-profit charity and New Zealand Federation of Film
Hamilton Film Society
Hamilton, Waikato
The home of quality international films in Hamilton, the Hamilton Film Society offers members-only screenings as a non-profit organisation open to everyone thro
Nelson Film Society
Nelson
Come along to the Nelson Film Society for regular Wednesday film screenings in Nelson. Members enjoy free entry while non-members can attend by donation, all se
New Plymouth Film Society
New Plymouth, Taranaki
The home of fortnightly film screenings in New Plymouth, New Plymouth Film Society presents classic, contemporary and art house cinema from Aotearoa and interna
Oamaru Film Society
Oamaru, Otago
Looking for film screenings in Oamaru? The Oamaru Film Society screens films on the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm with pre-film socials from 6pm. Membership
Palmerston North Film Society
Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
Offering rare film screenings in Palmerston North since 1950, Palmerston North Film Society presents local and international documentaries and classics every We
Queenstown Film Society
Arrowtown, Otago
See how to join Queenstown Film Society and enjoy 20 members-only film screenings of classic, arthouse and world cinema at Dorothy Browns Cinema in Arrowtown ea
Queenstown Photography Club
Frankton, Queenstown
Join us at Queenstown Photography Club in Frankton, Queenstown, Otago. Open to novice and expert photographers, we offer monthly club nights, competitions and f
Tauranga Film Society
Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Join Tauranga Film Society to enjoy foreign, documentary and independent films with flexible membership options in the Bay of Plenty. Meet like-minded viewers e
Timaru Film Society
Central, Timaru
Discover the Timaru Film Society for regular film screenings in Central Timaru. Part of the NZ Film Society network, it offers selected Tuesday screenings from
Wellington Film Society
Mount Victoria, Wellington
Bringing together film lovers across Wellington, the Wellington Film Society delivers seasonal screenings and community events at the Embassy Theatre Grand. Mem
Westport Film Society
Westport, West Coast
Offering monthly film screenings in Westport, the Westport Film Society provides open membership with free access to Film Society screenings across New Zealand,
Whanganui Film Society
Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
Offering regular Monday art cinema screenings in Whanganui, the Whanganui Film Society provides membership access to classic and contemporary films plus NZIFF d
Whangarei Film Society
Whangārei, Northland
Join Whangarei Film Society, a dynamic arts and culture club for film lovers. Explore diverse cinema, screenings, and discussions with fellow enthusiasts.
What is a Film Club?
A film club is a group where members gather to watch and discuss films. Clubs may focus on classic cinema, independent films, documentaries, or international works.
Many clubs also host guest speakers, workshops, or film-making projects, encouraging deeper exploration of the art of cinema.
Benefits of Joining Film Clubs
Film clubs expand cultural knowledge, inspire critical thinking, and encourage discussion about themes, storytelling, and production. They also provide a relaxed social space to connect with others who enjoy movies.
For aspiring filmmakers, clubs can be a source of learning and collaboration.
Film Clubs in New Zealand
Across New Zealand, film clubs meet in cinemas, community halls, or online spaces. They bring together people who share a love of film, helping to strengthen local arts and culture.
By joining, members enjoy a mix of entertainment, education, and social connection through the world of cinema.