The Third Culture Film Festival (TCFF) is an International film festival, based in Tauranga.
It celebrates films and filmmakers local and around the world - and stories that sit outside the mainstream.
Across the festival, audiences can expect:
- Curated film screenings (shorts and features)
- Free TCFF Oasis Outdoor Family-Day
- Insightful talks and panel discussions around Social Cohesion, AI, Career Pathways etc...
- Pop-Up HQ with Experimental films, art and fashion exhibits and performances.
- Special out-of-competition Feature film screenings
- Events that bring film, music, and community together
The programme includes short films that are curated into themed-blocks, work from New Zealand and beyond, with a strong focus on, multicultural perspectives, emerging voices and bold independent storytelling.
TCFF is built with local organisations, cultural groups, and creatives. designed to be welcoming, accessible, and community-focused - whether you’re a filmmaker, a student, or just someone who loves discovering new stories.
Some events are free, others ticketed, and venues range from cinemas to outdoor waterfront locations across Downtown Tauranga.
If you’re curious about cinema that feels fresh, personal, and a little different - TCFF is for you.
Come for the films. Stay for the conversations.