poster

1994

R (09/02/1994) (NZ)

Drama,

1h 39m

73

User Score

A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.

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.

1994

73

User Score

R (09/02/1994) (NZ)

Drama,

1h 39m

A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love.

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

Rena Owen

Beth Heke

Taungaroa Emile

Taungaroa Emile

Mark 'Boogie' Heke

Joseph Kairau

Joseph Kairau

Huata Heke

Ray Bishop

Ray Bishop

King Hitter

Donald V. Allen

Donald V. Allen

Jake's Mate (as Donald Allen)