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A Witi Ihimaera short story about culture clash is the basis for this comic drama written and directed by Larry Parr — and set in the 1940s (perfectly evoked in the mist shrouded Taranaki hamlet of Whangamomona). It focuses on conflict between the local tohunga, Mr Hohepa, and a feisty Pākehā woman, Mrs Jones, as seen through the eyes of the young boy, Tawhai, who helps her deliver mail and groceries. The town is convinced Hohepa has placed a makutu (or curse) on Mrs Jones; but could more basic human emotions — beyond Tawhai’s experience — be at work?
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Mirage Films
Larry Parr
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Film, 1994 (Trailer, Excerpts, and Extras)
Julian Arahanga went on to star in this film
Television, 1985 (Full Length Episode)
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Gibson White(PAKU)
Posted at 10.29AM - 29.03.2011
This sbould be another great story, turned movie from my uncle Witi.Gibson