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Broken Barrier

Broken Barrier

Jan 01, 1952 · 1h 11m

Rated 6.5 out of 10

Director

Roger Mirams, John O'Shea

Overview

Tom Sullivan, a young Pakeha journalist researching a series of exploitative, tabloid articles on "the" Maori people becomes a casual labourer on a Mahia Peninsular farm. The emotional liaison he forms with Rawi, a young Maori woman exposes the racism engendered by the particular social attitudes and expectations of that time.

About Broken Barrier

What is Broken Barrier about?

Tom Sullivan, a young Pakeha journalist researching a series of exploitative, tabloid articles on "the" Maori people becomes a casual labourer on a Mahia Peninsular farm. The emotional liaison he forms with Rawi, a young Maori woman exposes the racism engendered by the particular social attitudes and expectations of that time.

When was Broken Barrier released?

Broken Barrier was released on January 1, 1952.

How long is Broken Barrier?

Broken Barrier runs 1 hour 11 minutes (71 minutes).

Who directed Broken Barrier?

Broken Barrier was directed by Roger Mirams and John O'Shea.

Who is in the cast of Broken Barrier?

The cast of Broken Barrier includes Kay Ngarimu (Rawi), Terence Bayler (Tom Sullivan), Myra Hapi (Kiri), George Ormond (Alec) and Dorothy Tansley (Mrs. Sullivan).

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