Rent Whale Rider (2002)

3.8 of 5 from 158 ratings
1h 37min
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Synopsis:
In a culture steeped in tradition, one young girl challenged the past and found hope for the future. The Maori living in a small village on the coast of New Zealand claim their descent from Paikea, the Whale Rider. In every generation, a male heir has succeeded as chief. That time is now. When twins are born and the boy twin dies, Koro the chief is unwilling to accept his grand-daughter, Pai, as a future leader. As Pai matures, KIoro remains convinced that the tribe's misfortunes began at her birth and calls for his people to bring their sons to him, in the hope that the new leader is among them.
Pai loves Koro more than anyone in the world, but she must stand up to him and a thousand years of tradition to reveal the true way forward.
Actors:
, , , , , Mana Taumaunu, , , , , Rawinia Clarke, , , , Tyronne White, Taupua Whakataka-Brightwell, Tenia McClutchie-Mita, Peter Patuwai, Rutene Spooner, Riccardo Davis
Directors:
Writers:
Niki Caro, Witi Ihimaera
Studio:
Warner
Genres:
Children & Family, Drama
Collections:
2004, Oscar Nominations Competition 2024
Countries:
New Zealand
Awards:

2003 Sundance Film Festival World Cinema Audience Award Dramatic

BBFC:
Release Date:
19/01/2004
Run Time:
97 minutes
Languages:
English Dolby Digital 5.1
Subtitles:
English, English Hard of Hearing
DVD Regions:
Region 2
Formats:
Pal
Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen 1.78:1 / 16:9
Colour:
Colour
Bonus:
  • Audio Commentary by Director, Niki Caro
  • Behind the Scenes Featurette
  • Te Waka Featurette
  • 8 Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary
  • Keisha Castle-Huges Audition Clips
  • Trailers
  • TV and Radio Spots

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Reviews (5) of Whale Rider

Girl power - Whale Rider review by JD

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16/10/2017

2 previous reviewers saw this as a coming of age. I saw it as the rise of feminism against a background of entrenched chauvinism. The grandfather has blighted his entire family with his great desire to see a hero rise from one of the male members. He never considers the possibility of a heroine. In this regard the ending is fairly clear from a few minutes in. What carries the film is some exquisite dynamic within the rest of the family and some amazing New Zealand scenery.

2 out of 2 members found this review helpful.

Are there any other mvoies like this? - Whale Rider review by CP Customer

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29/10/2006

if so, I would like to see some more!

The only 5 star movie so far for me.

It's a coming of age drama with a great performance from the young female lead.

Beautiful NZ scenery, strong storyline, moving and memorable. Watched it a second time before returning the DVD.

1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.

Watchable - Whale Rider review by CP Customer

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12/04/2006

Pretty enjoyable overall if a little unbelievable.

0 out of 2 members found this review helpful.

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