Released in 1984, Vigil was a watershed moment for the New Zealand film industry.
It was the feature directorial debut of Vincent Ward and the first Kiwi film to screen in-competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
40 years on the film will be celebrated with screenings at Wellington's Embassy Theatre and The Hollywood in Auckland.
Vincent Ward will be at the Wellington screening for a Q&A, joined remotely by the film's producer John Maynard and its star, Fiona Kay.
Fiona is with Jesse today to discuss the film's legacy.
A screenshot from the movie Vigil Photo: Vincent Ward Films
