Ngati
| Ngati | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Barry Barclay |
| Produced by | John O'Shea |
| Written by | Tama Poata |
| Starring | Wi Kuki Kaa |
| Cinematography | Rory O'Shea |
| Editing by | Dell King |
| Studio | New Zealand Film Commission |
| Release date(s) | 1987 |
| Running time | 92 min. |
| Country |  New Zealand |
| Language | English Maori |
Ngati is a 1987 New Zealand feature film directed by Barry Barclay, written by Tama Poata and produced by John O'Shea.
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[edit] Production
Ngati is of historical and cultural significance in New Zealand as it is the first feature film written and directed by Māori.[1] Producer John O'Shea, an icon in New Zealand's film industry, was the founder of independent film company Pacific Films.[2] The film is set in 1948 in a small town on the east coast of New Zealand during the impending closure of a freezing works and the threat of unemployment for the local community. Ngati was screened as part of Cannes' Critics Week.
[edit] Synopsis
In a remote seaside village, an Australian doctor becomes involved in public and personal crises.[3]
[edit] Cast
The film features veteran stage and screen actor Wi Kuki Kaa in the lead role of 'Iwi.'
[edit] Awards
- Best Film, Taormina Film Festival, Italy
- Best Film, Best Original Screenplay, Best Male Actor (Wi Kuki Kaa): 1988 New Zealand Listener Film & Television Awards
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.nzonscreen.com/title/ngati-1987
- ^ http://www.nzonscreen.com/title/ngati-1987/background
- ^ http://www.nzfilm.co.nz/FilmCatalogue/Films/Ngati.aspx
