Once were warriors (1994)
This is a troubling but great insight into the troubles of the Maori people distilled into one family's life. The father Jake "the muss" seems to have given up having lost a menial job and doesn't even seem to care as his life seems pointless. Spends his time with his "mates" drinking and neglecting his family. His wife is admirably trying to find a better way for their children. The violence is uncompromising but that is the credo that the community are living in. Be harder, survive. How frustration/hopelessness leads to alcoholism and violence is perfectly portrayed. Superb performance from Temuera Morrison and a sobering watch.
This is a troubling but great insight into the troubles of the Maori people distilled into one family's life. The father Jake "the muss" seems to have given up having lost a menial job and doesn't even seem to care as his life seems pointless. Spends his time with his "mates" drinking and neglecting his family. His wife is admirably trying to find a better way for their children. The violence is uncompromising but that is the credo that the community are living in. Be harder, survive. How frustration/hopelessness leads to alcoholism and violence is perfectly portrayed. Superb performance from Temuera Morrison and a sobering watch.