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Reluctant Hero

Television (Full Length) – 2008

L. Denetdeal
L. Denetdeal
20 Feb 2016 - 08.19pm
You are an inspiration to everyone around the world. "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." - USA
Geraldine Delamere
Geraldine Delamere
15 Nov 2013 - 12.37pm
He is an inspiration for all Maoridom and Males. a role model I hope future genratiojns will aspire too
Aline Willis
Aline Willis
17 Feb 2012 - 11.27pm
I think Willie is wonderful. What a man.
Dave Richards
Dave Richards
9 Dec 2011 - 09.24pm
You are a inspiration, you're humbleness speaks volumes. An absolute pleasure to have watched and listened to your story. I served with a Regiment who's history was Rorkes Drift, and Sir Tasker Watkins VC. This was very emotional. I devote my time to The Royal British Legion, supporting the families of the fallen, and injured service personnel, and I will share this with them. Thank you Willie Apiata VC. This world needs more people like you.
Ian Sirrell
Ian Sirrell
1 Jul 2011 - 08.37pm
I tip my cap to you Mr Apiata. You are an ambassador not just for New Zealand but for the people of the world. I would like to thank the people of New Zealand that have put their lives on the line, so that I and others can walk freely in the Countries of our birth.
I found this a very emotional film to watch.
I come from a Scottish town that has 3 VC recipients.
tre hemi
tre hemi
11 Apr 2011 - 10.01am
Tena Koe Ta Apiata, umm am a student attending Hato Paora and would like to comment on how much of an influence you have been for me and friends. I feel it's choice to see that your setting the bench mark for us taiohi
Ray Dickson
Ray Dickson
2 Feb 2011 - 11.31pm
What an awesome man you are Willie Apiata , after watching Australian SASR soldier Ben Robert Smith receive his VC , you men are truly inspirational in a world where there is little honesty and integrity . I am a proud maori living in WA and to all our youngsters in NZ and Australia these men truly are role models .
David Cade
1 Oct 2010 - 09.13am
What an absolutely splendid piece of New Zealand film. Remarkably well-planned, excellently executed, and accompanied by a fine score, it is often deeply moving. Well done, Steven O'Meagher. You've given Willie Apiata and all New Zealand citizens great inspiration and reason for great pride.
Pete Mossman
Pete Mossman
12 May 2010 - 01.46am
You make me proud to be "KIWI" Mr. Apiata.
You are a real hero and set a fine example to New Zealanders worldwide that the actions of one person make a difference to many.
Thank You Willie.
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