New Zealand’s New Post‑Production Powerhouse Helps Global Filmmakers Finish Strong

The Wing is a fresh player in the film world, born from a partnership between Tavake Limited and Be Hope Films. Its mission is to give foreign producers working in New Zealand a smooth path from filming to financing. Instead of juggling separate post‑production companies and financiers, The Wing bundles editing, visual effects, sound and other services into one package. It then turns the money spent on these services into an equity stake in the project, letting producers keep more of their earnings. The company also works hand‑in‑hand with New Zealand’s Screen Production Rebate, which refunds 40 % of qualifying local spend. By coordinating everything under a single agreement, The Wing guarantees that every eligible dollar reaches its full rebate value. To back its financial offers, The Wing has teamed up with Hinterland, a local media‑finance firm. This alliance gives the company extra capital and expertise to support projects that need a final push of funding. The Wing’s post‑production hub is built on partnerships with top New Zealand vendors across all technical areas. These partners operate together under one commercial contract, simplifying the process for international producers. The company is also investing in AI tools to speed up editing and other workflows.Its target market is independent and mid‑budget international co‑productions, with budgets ranging from five to fifteen million dollars. The Wing plans to meet producers at the upcoming Cannes market to explain its services and secure deals. The first film under The Wing’s banner is in post‑production: “Shearing the Love. ” Set in New Zealand, it stars Oscar winner Geoffrey Rush and AJ McLean. The movie serves as a live demo of how the company’s model works in practice. Co‑founder Tom Hern explains that the last five to ten percent of funding is often the hardest to secure, yet it can be the difference between a film being made or not. That gap is what The Wing was created to fill. Belindalee Hope, managing director and co‑founder, adds that New Zealand offers excellent post‑production facilities, attractive rebates and beautiful locations. However, the financing side for foreign partners can be disjointed. The Wing’s role is to combine post‑production, investment structuring and rebate cash‑flow into one clear offer for international producers.