Once Were Warriors
"A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love."
A drama about a Maori family living in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband.
Release Date
September 2, 1994
Status
Released
Original Title
Once Were Warriors
Runtime
1h 39min
Budget
$950,000
Revenue
$6,700,000
Language
English, Maori
Production Companies
Avalon StudiosNew Zealand Film CommissionNZ on AirFish Entertainment
