13 Sep 2021

Someday Stories 2021: He Takatāpui Ahau

From Someday Stories 5 (2021), 6:00 am on 13 September 2021

Series Classification: PG (Parental Guidance)
This film explores themes around gender identity.
Genre: Drama

When encouraged to return to their marae, a gentle non-binary person decides to go back to their tūrangawaewae despite being uncertain they'll be accepted for who they are.

Credits
Cast: Jordan Walker, Brady Peeti, Briar Kershaw, Tanea Heke
Director & Writer: Alesha Ahdar
Producer: Komako-aroha Silver
Production Mentor: Max Currie

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