
Mahana
From the author of Whale Rider, the screenwriter of Master and Commander and the producer and director of Once Were Warriors comes a profound and enduring tale of rural family life.
1960s, East Coast of New Zealand. Two Māori sheep-shearing families, the Mahanas and the Poatas, are longstanding enemies and commercial rivals. 14-year-old Simeon Mahana, the youngest son of the youngest son is in conflict with his traditionalist grandfather, Tamihana. As Simeon unravels the truth behind the longstanding family vendetta he risks not just his own future prospects but the cohesion of the entire tight-knit society.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Mahana
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 2016-09-01
- Runtime: 103 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (20 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: New Zealand Film Commission, Jump Film and Television, Hopscotch Entertainment One, Wild Bunch Distribution
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.4791
- Languages: English, Maori
Cast & Crew

Temuera Morrison
as Grandfather Tamihana Mahana

Akuhata Keefe
as Simeon Mahana

Nancy Brunning
as Ramona Mahana

Jim Moriarty
as Rupeni Poata

Regan Taylor
as Joshua Mahana

Maria Walker
as Huria Mahana

Sienna MacKinlay
as Gloria Mahana

Tuhiwhakauraoterangi Wallace-Ihakara
as Hope Mahana

Kyra McRae
as Faith Mahana

Eds Eramiha
as Pani
Gallery

Trailers & Clips
MAHANA - Featurette - "Women of the Era"
MAHANA Official Trailer - On Digital & DVD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahana?▼
Mahana is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2016-09-01.
Who are the main actors in Mahana?▼
The main cast includes Temuera Morrison, Akuhata Keefe, Nancy Brunning, Jim Moriarty, Regan Taylor, .
Where can I watch Mahana online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Mahana is available.
Is Mahana based on a true story?▼
From the author of Whale Rider, the screenwriter of Master and Commander and the producer and director of Once Were Warriors comes a profound and enduring tale of rural family life.
What is the IMDb rating of Mahana?▼
Mahana has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 20 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Mahana?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Mahana?▼
The soundtrack was composed by New Zealand Film Commission, Jump Film and Television, Hopscotch Entertainment One, Wild Bunch Distribution. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Mahana filmed?▼
Mahana was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Mahana?▼
The total runtime of Mahana is 103 minutes.
Is Mahana suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Mahana?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Mahana.
Does Mahana have a post-credit scene?▼
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