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2016•103 min•Drama

Mahana

Is Mahana a Hit or Flop?

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Is Mahana worth watching? With a rating of 6.6/10, this Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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Mahana Synopsis

1960s, East Coast of New Zealand. Two Māori sheep-shearing families, the Mahanas and the Poatas, are longstanding enemies and commercial rivals. 14-year-old Simeon Mahana, the youngest son of the youngest son is in conflict with his traditionalist grandfather, Tamihana. As Simeon unravels the truth behind the longstanding family vendetta he risks not just his own future prospects but the cohesion of the entire tight-knit society.

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Top Cast

Temuera Morrison
Temuera MorrisonGrandfather Tamihana Mahana
Akuhata Keefe
Akuhata KeefeSimeon Mahana
Nancy Brunning
Nancy BrunningRamona Mahana
Jim Moriarty
Jim MoriartyRupeni Poata
Regan Taylor
Regan TaylorJoshua Mahana
Maria Walker
Maria WalkerHuria Mahana
Sienna MacKinlay
Sienna MacKinlayGloria Mahana
Tuhiwhakauraoterangi Wallace-Ihakara
Tuhiwhakauraoterangi Wallace-IhakaraHope Mahana
Kyra McRae
Kyra McRaeFaith Mahana
Eds Eramiha
Eds EramihaPani

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahana worth watching?

Mahana has received mixed reviews with a 6.6/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is Mahana hit or flop?

Mahana has received average ratings (6.6/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is Mahana?

Mahana is a Drama movie that 1960s, East Coast of New Zealand. Two Māori sheep-shearing families, the Mahanas and the Poatas, are longstanding enemies and commercial rivals. 14-ye...

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