In the first episode of this dramatic mini-series based on the 1888-89 tour of Great Britain by the NZ Natives rugby team, Pony (Peter Kaa from movie Te Rua) must leave his mother (Rena Owen) and grandfather (Wi Kuki Kaa), to join the side. His motivation isn’t just rugby related — he hopes to find his English father who he has never met. The Natives have an early supporter in an Earl (Ian Richardson of House of Cards) who is a rugby fan intrigued by the novelty of these “savages”. Meanwhile, his granddaughter (Liza Walker) discovers an interest of her own — Pony.
Their ferocious looks and midnight skins may startle you but they will be stimulating rivals for our local team. The unique Maori ...– Earl (Ian Richardson)
Pony Productions
Made with funding from NZ On Air
Developed with the assistance of the New Zealand Film Commission
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