Prime Minister

At just 37, Ardern became the youngest Prime Minister in her country in over 150 years, and only the second world leader to give birth while in office. This documentary captures the defining moments of her leadership, from her compassionate response to the Christchurch mosque attacks to her swift, though controversial, COVID-19 strategy. Directors Michelle Walshe and Lindsay Utz perfectly combine public moments, news coverage, home videos filmed by Ardern’s partner, Clarke Gayford, unheard audio from her time in office, and reflections from the Jacinda of today. A rare glimpse of a leader balancing empathy with authority, this is an up-close and personal exploration of leadership in a divided, complex world.

• Guest filmmaker introduction and Q&A will take place at the State Theatre screening on Saturday 14 June.
  
• Limited seats are available for patrons requiring access for wheelchairs, low vision and hearing loop. Please contact our ticketing team directly on 1300 733 733 or tickets@sff.org.au to complete your booking.