Aotearoa might have another Māori film star in the making in 10-year-old Ngāti Kahu and Ngāpuhi actress Isabella Evans. She recently played the lead role in the short film Ani, a story observing the relationship between a father and daughter during a time of hardship.
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NewsWaititi confirmed as writer, director of fourth Thor film
It's official- Taika Waititi will remain at the helm for the follow-up to the 2017 Marvel blockbuster: Thor Ragnarok. Waititi will direct and write the yet-to-be named fourth installment, the next chapter in the Marvel cinematic universe.
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‘It’s not something to be ashamed of’- New film highlights menstruation in Māori pre-colonial times
A short film highlighting the tikanga practices around menstruation in pre-colonial times has been named a finalist for New Zealand's Best Short Film Competition.
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Sharing indigenous stories through film
Wairoa Film Festival celebrates its 14th year running and despite dramatic changes in the media landscape and demand for content, the festival's supreme "Mana Wahine" award winner Whetu Fala says now is as good a time as ever for indigenous filmmakers to tell their stories.
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Anzac Wallace "more than an actor"
Anzac Wallace is best known for his role as Te Wheke in iconic film Utu. He passed away yesterday aged 76 after a battle with cancer. Wallace is being remembered by friends and colleagues for his work in the community as much as his acting.
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'Utu' lead actor Anzac Wallace passes away
Anzac Wallace (Ngāpuhi) starred as guerrilla leader Te Wheke, in the classic Māori Western, Utu. He attracted worldwide attention despite never having acted before and went on to star in many other New Zealand films.
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Nine Pasifika filmmakers premiere 'Vai' tonight
The creators of the critically acclaimed film Waru are now set to premiere their newest film, Vai tonight in Auckland.
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Moana to be performed in te reo Māori at Disney On Ice
For the first time ever, Disney’s Moana is coming to Aotearoa to be performed in te reo Māori at the hugely popular Disney On Ice show.
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Māoriland Film Festival announces winners
The Māoriland Film Festival has revealed the People's Choice Award Winners - He Kahurangi Māoriland 2019.
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Māoriland brings indigenous filmmakers together
The 2019 Māoriland Film Festival is on in Ōtaki, showcasing 138 indigenous films from around the world, giving Māori and other indigenous creatives an outlet to create and collaborate.
