DRAMA
Once Were Warriors
1994Directed by Lee TamahoriNew Zealand99 minDRAMAAge guide: 16+
A drama about a Maori family lving in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband.
★ 7.4/10 · 516 TMDB audience ratings
Starring
Rena OwenBeth Heke
Temuera MorrisonJake Heke
Mamaengaroa Kerr-BellGrace Heke
Julian ArahangaNig Heke
Taungaroa EmileMark 'Boogie' Heke- Rachael Morris Jr.Polly Heke
Joseph KairauHuata Heke
Cliff CurtisBully
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