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An unemployed Maori living in the Auckland slums, Jake Heke (Temuera Morrison) has a terrible temper that he takes out on family and strangers...
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Mar 3, 1995 · Once Were Warriors. Jake Heke is a man with a hair-trigger temper, and its unpredictability is the most frightening thing about him. He likes to play the role of the genial, beer-swilling host, playing his guitar, singing songs, beloved by all, especially late at night by his drunken buddies.
The eldest son Nig (Julian Arahanga), is angry and rebellious. He soon joins a gang who sport traditional Maori facial tattoos and think of themselves as warriors. However they seem to have forgotten the honor of traditional Maori warriors, and are really just a gang of violent thugs.
This powerful drama centers on the troubled life of a Maori family crippled by poverty, bigotry, alcoholism and domestic violence. Watch trailers & learn more.
Once Were Warriors. This classic 90's indie sleeper hit put New Zealand on the cinema map with its intense and controversial tale of a Maori family torn apart by alcoholism and violence set against the backdrop of traditional tribal culture. 2,967 IMDb 7.9 1 h 42 min 1995. X-Ray R. Drama · Downbeat. Available to rent or buy. Rent. HD $3.99. Buy.
Sep 14, 1995 · 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. Alan Duff. Author. Lee Tamahori. Director. Riwia Brown. Screenplay. Social. Reviews 1. Discussions 1.
Once Were Warriors - Where to Watch and Stream - TV Guide. Overview. Reviews. TV Listings. Cast & Crew. Once Were Warriors. 77 Metascore. 1994. 1 hr 43 mins. Drama. R. Watchlist....
