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Treaty

Moana and the Moahunters , Music Video – 1996

from the album Rua (1996)

More than 20 years on, 'Treaty' remains as infectious as it does relevant, mixing haka, hip hop and funk to present a message on Māori sovereignty. Channelling the colours of the Tino Rangatiratanga flag, the video creates a fitting backdrop for lyrics delivered via the stirring vocals of Moana and the Moahunters, verses by rapper Bennett Pomana (Upper Hutt Posse, Dam Native), and elements of traditional performance. According to director Ross Cunningham, the set design was inspired by Ralph Hotere illustrations from a book of Hone Tuwhare poems.

Key Cast & Crew

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Ross Cunningham

Director

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John Payne

Set Design

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James Schoning

Editor

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Fred Renata

Cinematographer

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Moana Maniapoto

Performer