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Once Were Warriors

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"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.

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What is Once Were Warriors (1994) about?

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.

Who stars in Once Were Warriors?

Once Were Warriors stars Rena Owen (Beth Heke), Temuera Morrison (Jake Heke), Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell (Grace Heke), Julian Arahanga (Nig Heke), Taungaroa Emile (Mark 'Boogie' Heke). The film was directed by Lee Tamahori.

How long is Once Were Warriors?

Once Were Warriors has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1994. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Once Were Warriors?

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