Once Were Warriors (1994)
Once Were Warriors is a 1994 drama movie directed by Lee Tamahori, with a running time of 1h 39m. It stars Rena Owen, Temuera Morrison and Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell.
In a violent relationship, it takes a mother’s strength to save herself and her children from the man she loved. Once Were Warriors is a violent love story set against a contemporary urban backdrop.
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What is Once Were Warriors about?
In a violent relationship, it takes a mother’s strength to save herself and her children from the man she loved. Once Were Warriors is a violent love story set against a contemporary urban backdrop.
When was Once Were Warriors released?
Once Were Warriors was released on 2 September 1994.
How long is Once Were Warriors?
Once Were Warriors runs 1h 39m.
Who made Once Were Warriors?
Once Were Warriors was directed by Lee Tamahori.
Where can I watch Once Were Warriors?
Once Were Warriors is available on BFI Player Amazon Channel, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Kanopy and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Once Were Warriors
Stream: BFI Player Amazon Channel, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Rena Owen as Beth Heke
- Temuera Morrison as Jake Heke
- Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell as Grace Heke
- Julian Arahanga as Nig Heke
- Taungaroa Emile as Mark 'Boogie' Heke
- Rachael Morris Jr. as Polly Heke
- Joseph Kairau as Huata Heke
- Cliff Curtis as Bully
- Pete Smith as Dooley
- George Henare as Bennett
- Mere Boynton as Mavis
- Shannon Williams as Toot