Tama Tū
Originally released in 2004. Tama Tū is a war/comedy film. directed by Taika Waititi. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tammy Davis, Taungaroa Emile, and Rob Mokaraka
Synopsis
Six Māori Battalion soldiers camped in Italian ruins wait for night to fall. In the silence, the bros-in-arms distract themselves with jokes. A tohu (sign) brings them back to reality, and they gather to say a karakia before returning to the fray. Director Taika Waititi describes the soldiers as young men with "a special bond, strengthened by their character, their culture and each other.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 21, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (14 votes)
Language
MI
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- MI
Production Companies
- New Zealand Film Commission
- Whenua Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tama Tū about?
Six Māori Battalion soldiers camped in Italian ruins wait for night to fall. In the silence, the bros-in-arms distract themselves with jokes. A tohu (sign) brings them back to reality, and they ga...
Who directed Tama Tū?
Tama Tū was directed by Taika Waititi.
How long is Tama Tū?
Tama Tū has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was Tama Tū released?
Tama Tū was released on October 21, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tama Tū?
The main cast of Tama Tū includes Tammy Davis, Taungaroa Emile, Rob Mokaraka, Jarod Rawiri, Te Kohe Tuhaka.