Tom Phillips family expresses distress over documentary being made
Wednesday 10 September 2025 · 4 outlets · 5 reports · updated 
The family of Tom Phillips has said they are disturbed by a documentary being produced about his case. The film crew has reportedly had exclusive access to the investigation for over a year. Phillips was killed by police following a shootout after being a fugitive since December 2021.
How they headlined it
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Stuff via RNZ
Tom Phillips' family 'disturbed' documentary is being made (opens in new tab)
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1News
Mother of Phillips’ children condemns documentary on ordeal (opens in new tab)
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Otago Daily Times
Phillips family 'disturbed' documentary being made (opens in new tab)
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NZ Herald
Family of Tom Phillips oppose documentary on fugitive case and children’s ordeal (opens in new tab)
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