The huge global success of The Lord of the Rings trilogy and King Kong have put New Zealand filmmaking on the map.
There are a number of film festivals highlighting local talent or dedicated to particular cultures.
New Zealand hosts a number of music festivals, predominantly over the summer months. From the WOMAD Festival to Big Day Out, they range from large-scale events to smaller festivals, and cater to every taste.
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"It's not so long since it seemed that New Zealand's live music scene was dead; dance music and the DJs had taken over. Things could hardly be more different now."
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