Movie Description
Ngāti
(1987)Overview
Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngāti is the story of a Māori community. The film comprises three narrative threads: a boy, Ropata, is dying of leukaemia; the return of a young Australian doctor, Greg, and his discovery that he has Māori heritage; and the fight to keep the local freezing works open.
Featured Crew
Cast
Jenny Bennett
Greg Shaw
Uncle Eru
Nanna Huia
Nanna Ngaropi
Tione
Ropata
Dr. Paul Bennett
Sam Bennett
Iwi
Mac
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Facts
Original TitleNgāti
Status Released
Release Information
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1987-07-01
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 32m
Production CompaniesPacific Films,New Zealand Film Commission
Genres
- Drama
