The Truth about Māori

Māori of different ages and backgrounds talk frankly about their culture and how they feel they are perceived in this Inside New Zealand doco. Contributors include Pio Terei, Brian Tamaki, Carol Hirschfeld, Leilani Joyce and Tau Henare (who is unapologetic about his Dirty Dogs). By turns passionate, pointed and humorous, they discuss issues ranging from sex and food to teen pregnancy and prejudice. We also learn that rotten corn is not universally loved, staunchness is at best a dubious asset and not all Māori are blessed with singing ability.

The Truth About Maori

I belong to a culture that’s incredibly interesting, incredibly unique and incredibly inviting. But the country doesn’t know that. ‘Cause they see these Māori people and what do they hear? The bloody soundtrack from Once Were Warriors.

– Pio Terei

Key Cast & Crew

Haunui Royal

Director, Interviewer

Rhonda Kite

Producer

Ian Morris

Composer - Theme Music

Stuart Newman

Sound Mix

Shavaughn Ruakere

Subject

Hori Ahipene

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