Released Date:
1985-10-20
Languages:
English
Countries:
New Zealand
Runtime:
95 min
IMDB Ratings:
7.1 (86 Reviews)
Director:
Yvonne MackayThis is a story of a South Seas island village. The villagers find a baby that had been set adrift. The villagers are warned of the dangers of keeping the child. The young boy is ridiculed by many of the villagers because he can not talk, but he can communicate with the sea turtles. Based on the Joy Cowley novel.
Released Date:
2010-10-17
Languages:
English, Maori
Countries:
New Zealand
Runtime:
76 min
IMDB Ratings:
(230 Reviews)
Director:
Katie WolfeGenres:
DramaWiti Ihimaera (based on the novel by)
Witi Ihimaera (story)
Kate McDermott (screenplay)
In this intimate drama, Kawariki must become the leader of the family after his father retires. A husband and father, he realizes that in order to lead with integrity, he must come out and be honest about his own life, even though it will test the boundaries of acceptance and unconditional love. Offering valuable insights into Maori traditions, family ideals and cultural values, this feature debut is rich and textured with emotional layers and stunning New Zealand landscapes.
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