Ngati
Originally released in 1987. Ngati is a drama film. directed by Barry Barclay.
Starring Judy McIntosh, Ross Girven, and Tuta Ngarimu Tatami
Synopsis
Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngati 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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pacific Films
- New Zealand Film Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ngati about?
Set in and around the fictional town of Kapua in 1948, Ngati is the story of a Māori community. The film comprises three narrative threads: a boy, Ropata, is dying of leukaemia; the return of a yo...
Who directed Ngati?
Ngati was directed by Barry Barclay.
How long is Ngati?
Ngati has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Ngati released?
Ngati was released on July 1, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ngati?
The main cast of Ngati includes Judy McIntosh, Ross Girven, Tuta Ngarimu Tatami, Iranui Haig, Tawai Moana.