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Jonathan Dennis

Published: Mon 28 Jan 2002 10:05 AM
25 January 2002 Media Statement
Jonathan Dennis
Associate Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Judith Tizard today paid tribute to Jonathan Dennis, who died last night, saying his passing was a great loss to the New Zealand film sector.
“Jonathan Dennis played a significant role in the development of film appreciation in this country, and contributed in a lively and deeply felt way to New Zealanders' understanding of film.
“Jonathan was a passionate advocate for the establishment of the New Zealand Film Archive and in 1991 became its founding director. From early on at the New Zealand Film Archive, he was committed to ensuring that it reflected the concerns of Maori.
“In the last several years, Jonathan was particularly well-known for his very popular Film Show on National Radio.
“Jonathan was widely respected for his expertise and commitment. His work ranged from curatorial projects for film festivals both here and overseas, to producing and directing documentary films. His huge contribution to the film sector will be greatly missed,” Judith Tizard said.
Jonathan Dennis was also instrumental in raising the profile of New Zealand films overseas, and the international respect accorded him helped open doors for those obtaining foreign films for screening in this country.
ENDS

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