BNZ: The Greatest Gift

This year has changed the lives of so many New Zealanders, forcing us all to look at our spending and ourselves. Families have become more important than ever. Everyday people have been forced to make changes in their everyday lives to make ends meet.Sweetshop’s Mark Albiston directs this poignant, family-centric film for BNZ from Colenso BBDO. It tells the story of Kiri, who like many Kiwis this year, has had to move back home. It's Christmas and she likes the feeling of warmth and security, but the unplanned move back to the family home is a tough transition. As she starts to adjust to home with her family after years away, she comes to the realisation of what’s really important.

Mark said, “This spot is a nice reminder that Christmas isn’t about giving monetary gifts, it’s the thought that counts and we should all be thinking about our family and friends. It’s been a tough year.”

Kate Roydhouse, Executive Producer at Sweetshop said, “We loved this script from Colenso. Simplicity was key throughout and Mark has made a wonderfully cinematic, emotive film that will no doubt resonate with all Kiwis.”