Once Were Warriors
“A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.”
⭐7.4(454 votes)
1994•99 min•Released
Drama
Overview
A drama about a Maori family living 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.
Trailers & Videos
Official Trailer
Budget
$950,000
Revenue
$6,700,000
Production Companies
Avalon Studios, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, Fish Entertainment
Languages
English, Maori
Cast
Rena Owen
Beth Heke
Temuera Morrison
Jake Heke
Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell
Grace Heke
Julian Arahanga
Nig Heke
Taungaroa Emile
Mark 'Boogie' Heke
Rachael Morris Jr.
Polly Heke
Joseph Kairau
Huata Heke
Cliff Curtis
Bully
Pete Smith
Dooley
George Henare
Bennett
Mere Boynton
Mavis
Shannon Williams
Toot
Calvin Tuteao
Taka
Ray Bishop
King Hitter
Ian Mune
Judge
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