Ngati

Drama · 1987

Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngati 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.

Starring

John O'Shea, Judy McIntosh, Ross Girven, Barry Barclay, Tuta Ngarimu Tatami, Tama Poata, Rory O'Shea, Iranui Haig, Tawai Moana

Director

Barry Barclay

Producer

John O'Shea