Diverse landscapes and creative genius put New Zealand in a starring role. New Zealand might be best known in the film industry for Sir Peter Jackson's 'The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ trilogies filmed entirely in New Zealand - but the stunning scenery and natural surroundings throughout the country have played host to a raft of international film and television projects. The New Zealand film industry has also won international recognition for its innovative and creative work force, and savvy production technologies. Topics Please select a Topic Region All Regions Auckland Bay of Islands & Northland Bay of Plenty Central Otago Chatham Islands Christchurch – Canterbury Clutha Dunedin Eastland Fiordland Hamilton–Waikato Hawke's Bay Lake Taupo Manawatu Marlborough Nelson – Tasman Queenstown Rotorua Ruapehu Southland Stewart Island – Rakiura Taranaki The Coromandel Wairarapa Waitaki Wanaka Wellington West Coast Whanganui Filter By All Film industry Film locations Middle-earth Loading... 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' world première Art & Culture | Film & Television 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' - images from the red carpet world première in Wellington, New Zealand. Read more 4 Richard Taylor - creative talent extraordinaire Film & Television | People An extraordinary creative talent has transported Richard Taylor from backroom to red carpet – and helped turn his hometown of Wellington, New Zealand, into an internationally recognised centre for film production. Read more 1 Following Hairy Feet through Trollshaws Forest 13 November 2014 Film & Television Set-jetting film fans in search of a spectacular Middle-earth experience are making their way to the farm location that Sir Peter Jackson used to depict Trollshaws Forest in 'The Hobbit' Trilogy. Read more 5 Chronicles of New Zealand film Film & Television A band of larger-than-life characters have emerged from remote corners of New Zealand to make their mark on the world film stage. Read more 3 'The Hobbit' location: Lake-town - Lake Pukaki, Mt Cook Nature & Eco tourism | Film & Television Lake Pukaki is a shimmering blue jewel set into a grand alpine playground - an iconic New Zealand landscape of high mountain peaks, glacier fed alpine lakes and golden tussocks stretched beneath an endless sky. Read more 3 Seven Kiwi dwarves shine in 'The Hobbit' Trilogy Film & Television When film-maker Peter Jackon’s 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' was released the international spotlight shone on a group of New Zealand actors cast as dwarves in the film. Read more 1 Loading...