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Peter David Broughton CNZM, generally known as Rawiri Paratene, is a New Zealand stage and screen actor, director and writer. He is known for his acting roles in Whale Rider (2002) and The Insatiable Moon (2010).
Actor: Whale Rider. Rawiri Paratene was born in Hokianga, New Zealand. He is known for Whale Rider (2002), Man-Thing (2005) and The Insatiable Moon (2010).
- Hokianga, New Zealand
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Watch an interview with Rawiri Paratene, a Māori actor and writer who has appeared in various TV shows and films, including Whale Rider. He talks about his career, his roles, and his views on Māori language and culture.
Apr 14, 2021 · Rawiri Paratene is a legendary Māori actor who has worked in theatre, film and TV for 50 years. He shares his journey, wisdom and farewell message in this article and his last show in April 2021.
Learn about the versatile and influential Māori performer Rawiri Paratene, who has starred in films like What Becomes of the Broken Hearted and Whale Rider, and directed projects in te reo Māori. Explore his biography, screenography, awards and more on NZ On Screen.
Apr 11, 2021 · Rawiri Paratene, the humble veteran of New Zealand stage and screen, is a picture of concentration. His knee bounces up and down in time with the music as he hollers at the top of his lungs. At the end of each song a big grin spreads across his face. He is content. ‘‘I feel pretty good at the moment,’’ he’ll later say. ‘‘I am happy.’’.
Sep 8, 2019 · An interview with the actor, writer, and activist Rawiri Paratene (Ngāpuhi) about his books, career, and vision for te reo Māori. He shares his love of Shakespeare, classics, and indigenous literature, and his involvement in the 1972 Māori language petition.
