by Niki Caro · Whv · DVD · EAN 7321900958585
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«Whale Rider» is the New Zealand drama film by Niki Caro (2002), starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, Rawiri Paratene and Cliff Curtis, on DVD.
Set in a coastal community in New Zealand, it follows Paikea, a Maori girl growing up in the shadow of her grandfather Koro, a tribal leader. Koro seeks a male heir to maintain the tradition of Paikea's descendants, the whale rider, and rejects his granddaughter. Paikea must prove her worth without breaking ties with her family.
With original audio in English and Maori, English subtitles and a 97-minute runtime; Whv edition.
Coming-of-age drama for viewers interested in New Zealand cinema, Maori traditions and stories of overcoming adversity led by young protagonists.
