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Tama Tū (2004)

Movie ★ 7.0 18 min

War Comedy

Six Māori Battalion soldiers camped in Italian ruins wait for night to fall. In the silence, the bros-in-arms distract themselves with jokes. A tohu (sign) brings them back to reality, and they gather to say a karakia before returning to the fray. Director Taika Waititi describes the soldiers as young men with "a special bond, strengthened by their character, their culture and each other.

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Quick facts

Released
October 21, 2004
Runtime
18 min
IMDb
tt0443254
Language
Studio
, Whenua Films

Themes

Cast

Tammy Davis Tammy Davis Māori Battalion Soldier Taungaroa Emile Taungaroa Emile Māori Battalion Soldier Rob Mokaraka Rob Mokaraka Māori Battalion Soldier Jarod Rawiri Jarod Rawiri Māori Battalion Soldier Te Kohe Tuhaka Te Kohe Tuhaka Māori Battalion Soldier Jeremy Randerson Jeremy Randerson German Soldier Mark Ruka Mark Ruka Māori Battalion Soldier

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tama Tū about?
Six Māori Battalion soldiers camped in Italian ruins wait for night to fall. In the silence, the bros-in-arms distract themselves with jokes. A tohu (sign) brings them back to reality, and they gather to say a karakia before returning to the fray. Director Taika Waititi describes the soldiers as young men with "a special bond, strengthened by their character, their culture and each other.
Who directed Tama Tū?
Tama Tū was directed by Taika Waititi.
Who stars in Tama Tū?
Tama Tū stars Tammy Davis, Taungaroa Emile, Rob Mokaraka, Jarod Rawiri.
When was Tama Tū released?
Tama Tū is a 2004 war, comedy film.
Where can I watch Tama Tū?
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