New Zealand / Jul 01, 1987
In a remote seaside village, a stranger becomes involved in public and personal crises.
1h 32min
Overall average
5.0/10
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Plot
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.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Norman Fletcher | Dr. Paul Bennett |
| Alice Fraser | Sam Bennett |
| Wi Kuki Kaa | Iwi |
| Paki Cherrington | Mac |
| Kiri McCorkindale | Sue |
Genres
Drama
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Ngāti |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | New Zealand |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Pacific Films, New Zealand Film Commission |
| Release date | 1 luglio 1987 |
| Production | John O'Shea |
| Writer | Tama Poata |
| Cinematography | Rory O'Shea |
| Assistant directors | Barry Barclay |
Release dates
Theatrical release
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