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Once Were Warriors

1h 30m Drama 1994

Jake and Beth Heke appear to have a good relationship, but when alcohol is added, as it is far too often, both can become new people. Jake’s temper is terrifying, especially in its unpredictability and savagery. Their kids are among the biggest victims of their volatile parents’ drinking. One has already moved out to join a gang and a second is heading on that path. Their daughter escapes into her journal and her druggie boyfriend who lives in a junked car.

Cast

Rena Owen (Beth Heke) , Temuera Morrison (Jake Heke) , Julian Arahanga (Nig Heke) , Cliff Curtis (Bully) , Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell (Grace Heke)

Director

Lee Tamahori

Producer

Robin Scholes

Director of Photography

Stuart Dryburgh

Production Designer

Michael Kane

Languages

English, Maori

Country

New Zealand

Studio

Communicado

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