Ngāti
Jul 01, 1987 · 1h 32m
Director
Barry BarclayOverview
Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngāti is the story of a Māori community. The film comprises three narrative threads: a boy, Ropata, is dying of leukaemia; the return of a young Australian doctor, Greg, and his discovery that he has Māori heritage; and the fight to keep the local freezing works open.
Cast of Ngāti
About Ngāti
What is Ngāti about?
Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngāti is the story of a Māori community. The film comprises three narrative threads: a boy, Ropata, is dying of leukaemia; the return of a young Australian doctor, Greg, and his discovery that he has Māori heritage; and the fight to keep the local freezing works open.
When was Ngāti released?
Ngāti was released on July 1, 1987.
How long is Ngāti?
Ngāti runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Who directed Ngāti?
Ngāti was directed by Barry Barclay.
Who is in the cast of Ngāti?
The cast of Ngāti includes Judy McIntosh (Jenny Bennett), Ross Girven (Greg Shaw), Tuta Ngarimu Tatami (Uncle Eru), Iranui Haig (Nanna Huia) and Tawai Moana (Nanna Ngaropi).