Originally released as a motion picture by Communicado in 1994. Based on the novel of the same title by New Zealand author Alan Duff. Special features: Audio commentary with the director; Cast biographies and interviews; The making of Once were warriors; Music videos; Thunderbox (E Tipu Rea) a short film by Lee Tamahori. Rena Owen, Temuera Morrison, Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell.
Summary:
In a poor suburb of Auckland, Jake and Beth Heke live a life defined by drunken parties, unstable friendships, and confrontations with authorities. Jake, a complex man with a rascal's charm, is weighted down by a quick temper, alcoholism, and an evil streak of male entitlement. Beth's beauty has been scarred by broken dreams and Jake's beefy fists. Yet her inner strength and desire to save her family make her the solid center around which this story of tragedy and hope is constructed.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)842904187
Locations:
PQAX094 -- Wartburg College - Vogel Library (Waverly)
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