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Vince McMillan

Vince McMillan is a talented filmmaker, director and writer with a career spanning over a decade in the industry. He is best known for his work on the critically acclaimed and award-winning television series "Kura," which explores the lives of young Māori in contemporary New Zealand. The show has had a significant impact on storytelling in New Zealand and has been praised for its authentic and nuanced portrayal of Māori culture and experiences.

  • Spark Sport - See Sport Differently

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    Vince McMillan

    Spark Sport - See Sport Differently

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    Vince McMillan

  • Air New Zealand - First Haul

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    Vince McMillan

    Air New Zealand - First Haul

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    Vince McMillan

  • Spark - 5g Lab

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    Vince McMillan

    Spark - 5g Lab

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    Vince McMillan

  • Countdown - Capsicums

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    Vince McMillan

    Countdown - Capsicums

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    Vince McMillan

  • Curious Tribe

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    Vince McMillan

    Curious Tribe

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura - Season 1 intro

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura - Season 1 intro

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura - Season 2 Trailer

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura - Season 2 Trailer

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura - Season 3 Trailer

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura - Season 3 Trailer

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura Season 1 - Homebrew Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura Season 1 - Homebrew Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura Season 1 - Haka Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura Season 1 - Haka Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura Season 2 - Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura Season 2 - Excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

  • Kura Season 2 - Eyes for Christmas excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

    Kura Season 2 - Eyes for Christmas excerpt

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    Vince McMillan

  • AUT Rookie

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    Vince McMillan

    AUT Rookie

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    Vince McMillan

  • Racing 'Misbehaving' - Music Video Excerpt

    Director

    Vince McMillan

    Racing 'Misbehaving' - Music Video Excerpt

    Director

    Vince McMillan

Vince McMillan

About

Vince McMillan is a talented filmmaker, director and writer with a career spanning over a decade in the industry. He is best known for his work on the critically acclaimed and award-winning television series "Kura," which explores the lives of young Māori in contemporary Aotearoa. The show has been widely praised for its authentic and nuanced portrayal of Māori culture and experiences. With its distinctive blend of humour, heart and uniquely Kiwi characters, “Kura” has made an indelible impact on the New Zealand media landscape. 

McMillan's writing and directing skills are evident in the success of "Kura", which has fast become one of the country’s most popular shows, garnering millions of streams from an incredibly dedicated fanbase. He has a knack for creating relatable and compelling characters, and his ability to tell stories that resonate has made him one of the most sought-after talents in the industry. McMillan has won several awards for his work on "Kura," including an NZ Web Fest Award for Best Script, and London Web Fest Award for Best Director.

In addition to his work on "Kura", McMillan has also made a name for himself in the commercial world. He has directed several high-profile commercials for clients including Air New Zealand and Spark Sport. As with all of his work, creativity and storytelling come to the fore, making him a force to be reckoned with as a commercial director. 

High-quality storytelling and cinematic sensibilities, as well as an unerring ability to capture the human experience in a way that is both relatable and thought-provoking, have become the hallmarks of McMillan’s directorial style – both narratively and commercially. 

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