Quick overview
Waru (2017) leans into its genre DNA with a straightforward setup and a clear, watchable rhythm. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Tanea Heke, Roimata Fox, and Ngapaki Moetara—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 4.1/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Waru (2017)
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Released: October 19, 2017
Runtime: 88 min
: 4.1/10 from 10 votes
Cast: Tanea Heke, Roimata Fox, Ngapaki Moetara, Āwhina-Rose Henare Ashby, Maria Walker, Kararaina Rangihau
Eight Māori female directors have each contributed a sequence to this powerful and challenging feature which unfolds around the tangi of a small boy who died at the hands of his caregiver.
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