Once Were Warriors
A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.
7.4
1994
1h 39m
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.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
September 2, 1994
Runtime
1h 39m
Budget
$950,000
Revenue
$6,700,000
Rating
7.4
(471 votes)
Genres
Drama
Production Companies
Avalon Studios
New Zealand Film Commission
NZ on Air
Fish Entertainment
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.
