Z-Nail Gang - There is Gold in the Heart of That Community

"There is Gold in the Heart of That Community."  It is our dream to produce a film made by community about community. 

We've written a script "The Z-Nail Gang" that is based on true stories from the anti-mining movement in the Coromandel in the 1980's.  The film depicts how a tiny, disjointed community unified, standing against the authorities that threatened their homes & environment, and against all odds won.  It was a battle and it took resilience, creativity, community spirit, unity, humor and passion to overcome. 

We're big believers that, like in this story, in the heart of every community there is gold.  We believe every human is completely valuable and represents an array of qualities, skills, knowledge and experience.  Our vision is to see our community in the Te Puke district draw together its talents, resources, skills and experience to make this film.

Our hope is that when the film is ready, we can showcase it in communities around NZ, inspiring young and old that dreams can become a reality when we focus on our individual and collective strengths.

The film:

This feature film is an ensemble piece celebrating the strength of a community's spirit.  In a small coastal town, a fortified front is formed when mega mining threatens their homes and environment. The Z Nail Gang is a "feel good" action-comedy with a conscience.  Seamlessly threaded through the film are unbelievably crazy events (that actually happened) making this story both fantastic and inspiring.  It is controversial, non-PC and witty. A story where the outlaw kiwi spirit of Goodbye Pork Pie meets the David vs Goliath battle of The Castle in which the audience is led on a journey of empowerment:

               People can make a difference, when they get together and stand together.

In Aotearoa, where mining on conservation land, oil prospecting & the sale of New Zealand assets are polarizing the nation: this is a story has "come of age".

Be a part of this creative community!

The momentum of people connecting with us to volunteer their time, talents, resources and networks is inspiring. Now we are reaching out you, as part of the wider New Zealand community, to support this project financially, as we plan to film in Feb/Mar this year.

The funds raised from Boosted will go towards the production phase of the film including gear & resources, travel and catering for volunteers and to both ensure people have a positive experience and we produce a high quality film.

You may want to support us because you love the idea of community, or you've always wanted to be involved in film; maybe you believe in sustainability and care deeply about the environment, maybe you'd just like to see an hilarious NZ comedy, or maybe you were involved in the protests of the 80's and want to be reminded of the strength of common spirit...

...whatever your reason, we invite you to connect with us, support us create and together we will celebrate!

The Z-Nail Gang: Connect, Create, Celebrate

For more info check out the webiste: Z-Nail Gang and Z-Nail on Facebook