Mahana
movie
From the author of Whale Rider, the screenwriter of Master and Commander and the producer and director of Once Were Warriors comes a profound and enduring tale of rural family life.
Released September 01, 2016
Genres:
Overview
1960s, East Coast of New Zealand. Two Māori sheep-shearing families, the Mahanas and the Poatas, are longstanding enemies and commercial rivals. 14-year-old Simeon Mahana, the youngest son of the youngest son is in conflict with his traditionalist grandfather, Tamihana. As Simeon unravels the truth behind the longstanding family vendetta he risks not just his own future prospects but the cohesion of the entire tight-knit society.
Runtime
1h 43m
Origin Country
New Zealand
Original Language
English
Original Title
Mahana
Status
Released
Production Countries
- New Zealand
Spoken Languages
- English
- (Maori)
Production Companies
New Zealand Film Commission
New Zealand
- no logo available
Jump Film and Television
New Zealand
- no logo available
Hopscotch Entertainment One
New Zealand
Wild Bunch Distribution
New Zealand
