Jason Flemyng (Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels) and Cliff Curtis (Avatar: The Way of Water) lead a 19th century New Zealand epic.

Set in 1864 Aotearoa New Zealand, KA WHAWHAI TONU tells the story of a pivotal battle in the first New Zealand land wars in the Waikato region. A battle fought with impossible odds between Māori and the Colonial forces, this heroic conflict is told through the eyes of two young teenagers forced to take control of their own destiny amidst the chaos of the battle and their escape.

Opening to rave reviews in New Zealand, celebrated Māori filmmaker Mike Jonathan’s feature directorial debut is a bold retelling of a crucial moment in the nation’s history.

Some Māori and English language, English subtitles.