Kingpin (1985 film)
| Kingpin | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Mike Walker |
| Written by | Mitchell Manuel Mike Walker |
| Produced by | Mike Walker |
| Starring | Junior Amiga |
| Cinematography | John Toon |
Release date |
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Running time | 89 minutes |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Language | English |
Kingpin is a 1985 New Zealand drama film directed by Mike Walker.[1] It was filmed at and inspired by the residents of Kohitere Boys Training Centre in Levin, New Zealand, it follows a group of teens who are wards of the state. Mike Walker co-wrote the script with Mitchell Manuel (who also played the part of Rikihana Nathan). It was entered into the 14th Moscow International Film Festival.[2]
Cast
[edit]- Junior Amiga as Willie Hoto
- Nicholas Rogers as Karl Stevens
- Judy McIntosh as Alison Eastwood (as Judith McIntosh)
- Jim Moriarty as Mike Herewini
- Terence Cooper as Dave Adams
- Peter McCauley as Paul Jeffries
- Wi Kuki Kaa as Mr Nathan
- Kevin J. Wilson as Len Crawford
References
[edit]- ^ "Kingpin". NZ Film Archive. Archived from the original on 9 February 2013. Retrieved 9 February 2013.
- ^ "14th Moscow International Film Festival (1985)". MIFF. Archived from the original on 16 March 2013. Retrieved 9 February 2013.
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