Movie

The Drum

“Percussion's there in our lives, it's there in our heartbeat.”

46m

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🇮🇹 Italy

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Good to know

Director: Merata Mita
Runtime: 46m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: Rangipai Productions

About The Drum

The Drum is a movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Merata Mita, starring Hone Kaa, Hirini Melbourne and Kath Hemi. It has a runtime of 46 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Drum in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

With the resurgence of taonga pūoro, one musical instrument remains conspicuously absent from Māori music —pahū (drum). In this documentary Te Pahū, composer Hirini Melbourne (ONZM) and ethnologist Te Warena Taua trace the history of pahū, from musical accompaniment to being the manawa (heart) of communication and communities. Musicians and carvers bring to life the lost beat of pahū by creating a version using modern techniques. Pioneering Māori filmmaker Merata Mita (Patu!) directed Te Pahū, while Rawiri Paratene (Whale Rider) co-wrote and produced it.

Cast

Hone Kaa

Narrator

Hirini Melbourne

Self

Kath Hemi

Self

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Drum in Italy?+

The Drum is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Drum on Netflix?+

The Drum is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is The Drum?+

The Drum has a runtime of 46 minutes (46 minutes).

Who stars in The Drum?+

The Drum stars Hone Kaa, Hirini Melbourne and Kath Hemi.

What genre is The Drum?+

The Drum is Documentary film.

Who directed The Drum?+

The Drum was directed by Merata Mita.