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Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen

This film is an intimate portrayal of pioneering filmmaker Merata Mita told through the eyes of her children. Using hours of archive footage, some never before seen, her youngest child and director Hepi Mita discovers the filmmaker he never knew and shares the mother he lost, with the world.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2019-01-28
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (7 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: New Zealand Film Commission, Te Māngai Pāho
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5726
  • Languages: English, Maori

Cast & Crew

Merata Mita

Merata Mita

as Self (archive footage)

Hepi Mita

Hepi Mita

as Self - Narrator (voice)

Rafer Rautjoki

Rafer Rautjoki

as Self

Richard Rautjoki

Richard Rautjoki

as Self

Rhys Rautjoki

Rhys Rautjoki

as Self

Awatea Mita

Awatea Mita

as Self

Eruera Mita

Eruera Mita

as Self

Alanis Obomsawin

Alanis Obomsawin

as Self

Jesse Wente

Jesse Wente

as Self

C.M. Kaliko Baker

C.M. Kaliko Baker

as Self

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

MERATA | Theatrical Trailer

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen | Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

indigenousnew zealandmaoriportrait of a filmmaker

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2019-01-28.

Who are the main actors in Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

The main cast includes Merata Mita, Hepi Mita, Rafer Rautjoki, Richard Rautjoki, Rhys Rautjoki, .

Where can I watch Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen is available.

Is Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 7 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

The soundtrack was composed by New Zealand Film Commission, Te Māngai Pāho. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen filmed?

Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

The total runtime of Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen is 88 minutes.

Is Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen.

Does Merata: How Mum Decolonised the Screen have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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