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Kawa
- Director: Katie Wolfe
- Writer: Witi Ihimaera
- Producer: Nicole Hoey; Christina Milligan
CGiii Comment
The sound man should be shot. The lighting man should be murdered.
The director, Ms Wolfe, should be allowed nowhere near a camera again.
Amateur...in every respect of the word.
This really does raise the argument: a woman (director) and a gay story...no matter what you think...insight does not make its presence known...how can it?
Trailer...
The(ir) Blurb...
In this intimate drama, Kawariki must become the leader of the family after his father retires. A husband and father, he realizes that in order to lead with integrity, he must come out and be honest about his own life, even though it will test the boundaries of acceptance and unconditional love. Offering valuable insights into Maori traditions, family ideals and cultural values, this feature debut is rich and textured with emotional layers and stunning New Zealand landscapes.
Cast & Characters
Calvin Tuteao as Kawariki;
Nathalie Boltt as Annabelle;
George Henare as Hamiora;
Vicky Haughton as Grace;
Dean O'Gorman as Chris;
Pana Hema Taylor as Sebastian;
Miriama-Jane Devantier as Miranda;
Patara Berryman as Pita;
Stephen Butterworth as Spaniard;
Noa Campbell as Kura Mum