Movie

Mahana

“From the author of Whale Rider, the screenwriter of Master and Commander and the producer and director of Once Were Warriors comes a profound and enduring tale of rural family life.”

★ 6.4(23)20161h 43m

Drama

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Good to know

Director: Lee Tamahori
Release date: 2016-09-01
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: New Zealand
Studio: New Zealand Film Commission

Mahana — trailer

About Mahana

Mahana is a 2016 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Lee Tamahori, starring Temuera Morrison, Akuhata Keefe and Nancy Brunning. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 23 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Mahana in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

1960s, East Coast of New Zealand. Two Māori sheep-shearing families, the Mahanas and the Poatas, are longstanding enemies and commercial rivals. 14-year-old Simeon Mahana, the youngest son of the youngest son is in conflict with his traditionalist grandfather, Tamihana. As Simeon unravels the truth behind the longstanding family vendetta he risks not just his own future prospects but the cohesion of the entire tight-knit society.

Cast

Temuera Morrison

Grandfather Tamihana Mahana

Akuhata Keefe

Simeon Mahana

Nancy Brunning

Ramona Mahana

Jim Moriarty

Rupeni Poata

Regan Taylor

Joshua Mahana

Maria Walker

Huria Mahana

Sienna MacKinlay

Gloria Mahana

Tuhiwhakauraoterangi Wallace-Ihakara

Hope Mahana

Kyra McRae

Faith Mahana

Eds Eramiha

Pani

Ngahuia Piripi

Miriam Mahana

Matariki Whatarau

Mohi

Themes & keywords

farmnew zealandrural areagrudge1960s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Mahana in Mexico?+

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

Is Mahana on Netflix?+

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How long is Mahana?+

Mahana has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in Mahana?+

Mahana stars Temuera Morrison, Akuhata Keefe, Nancy Brunning, Jim Moriarty and Regan Taylor.

When did Mahana come out?+

Mahana is a 2016 movie directed by Lee Tamahori.

What genre is Mahana?+

Mahana is Drama film.

Who directed Mahana?+

Mahana was directed by Lee Tamahori.