Ka Whawhai Tonu is a 2024 New Zealand historical drama film directed by Michael Jonathan, based on a screenplay by Tim Worrall.[1] Presented in the Māori language, it tells the story of the siege of Ōrākau in 1864 during the New Zealand Wars from the perspective of two Māori teenagers. The movie stars Temuera Morrison, Cliff Curtis, Miriama Smith, Paku Fernandez and Hinerangi Harawira-Nicholas. Ka Whawhai Tonu premiered in Hamilton on 17 June 2024 before being released in cinemas nationwide on 27 June.[2][3]
Synopsis
editSet in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1864, Ka Whawhai Tonu tells the story of a pivotal battle in the first New Zealand land wars in the Waikato region. A battle fought with impossible odds between Māori and the Colonial forces. This heroic conflict is told through the eyes of two young teenagers forced to take control of their own destiny amidst the chaos of the battle and their escape.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b "Ka Whawhai Tonu". New Zealand Film Commission. Archived from the original on 9 April 2024. Retrieved 27 June 2024.
- ^ "Ka Whawhai Tonu". NZ On Screen. Archived from the original on 27 June 2024. Retrieved 27 June 2024.
- ^ "Maori-led film Ka Whawhai Tonu premieres in Hamilton". RNZ. 17 June 2024. Archived from the original on 18 June 2024. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
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