Once Were Warriors (1994)

Once Were Warriors (1994)

A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love. 1994-09-02 New Zealand 99 Min. PG-13
7.4 421 votes

Overview

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.

Cast

Rena Owen is Beth Heke
Beth Heke
Temuera Morrison is Jake Heke
Julian Arahanga is Nig Heke
Taungaroa Emile is Mark 'Boogie' Heke
Mark 'Boogie' Heke
Rachael Morris Jr. is Polly Heke
Joseph Kairau is Huata Heke
Huata Heke
Pete Smith is Dooley
George Henare is Bennett