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Once Were Warriors
Released: September 2, 1994 (1994)
Runtime: 99 minutes
Genres: Drama
A drama about a Maori family living in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband.
Main Cast (Top 10 billed, oldest first)
- George Henare as Bennett
Age at release: 48
- Temuera Morrison as Jake Heke
Age at release: 33
- Rena Owen as Beth Heke
Age at release: 32
- Cliff Curtis as Bully
Age at release: 26
- Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell as Grace Heke
Age at release: Unknown
- Julian Arahanga as Nig Heke
Age at release: Unknown
- Taungaroa Emile as Mark 'Boogie' Heke
Age at release: Unknown
- Rachael Morris Jr. as Polly Heke
Age at release: Unknown
- Joseph Kairau as Huata Heke
Age at release: Unknown
- Pete Smith as Dooley
Age at release: Unknown
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- Ian Mune as Judge
Age at release: 53
- Donald V. Allen as Jake's Mate (as Donald Allen)
Age at release: 46
- Robert Pollock as Policeman
Age at release: 42
- Mere Boynton as Mavis
Age at release: Unknown
- Shannon Williams as Toot
Age at release: Unknown
- Calvin Tuteao as Taka
Age at release: Unknown
- Ray Bishop as King Hitter
Age at release: Unknown