Once Were Warriors

THEIR PEOPLE ONCE WERE WARRIORS. BUT ONCE... WAS A LONG TIME AGO

In a violent relationship, it takes a mother’s strength to save herself and her children from the man she loved. Once Were Warriors is a violent love story set against a contemporary urban backdrop.

Director: Lee Tamahori
Cast: Rena Owen , Temuera Morrison , Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell , Julian Arahanga , Taungaroa Emile , Rachael Morris Jr. , Joseph Kairau , Cliff Curtis , Pete Smith , George Henare

Genres: Drama

Release date: 1994-09-02

Rating: 7.4

Runtime: 99minutes

Budget: 0M

Revenue: 6M

Production Companies: Avalon Studios , New Zealand Film Commission , NZ on Air , Fish Entertainment

Reviews:

  • Kendra Ortega
    A fun, light-hearted movie that's perfect for a weekend watch. Not too deep, but enjoyable.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Ulises Wells
    A gripping story with strong performances. The ending was a bit predictable, but overall a great watch.
    Rating: 4

  • Martha Keller
    Way too long and dragged out. It had potential, but it lost me halfway through.
    Rating: 2

  • Mathew Figueroa
    Way too long and dragged out. It had potential, but it lost me halfway through.
    Rating: 2

  • Sariyah Taylor
    Great concept, poorly executed. There were too many plot holes, and the ending felt rushed.
    Rating: 2.5