Once Were Warriors 1994 · New Zealand · 102 minutes · R · 22 wins & 6 nominations. marriage drama family drama Stars: Rena Owen, Temuera Morrison, Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell Director: Lee Tamahori A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love. A family descended from Maori warriors is bedeviled by a violent father and the societal problems of being treated as outcasts. Tags: domestic abuse, families in crisis, alcoholism 7.9 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love. A family descended from Maori warriors is bedeviled by a violent father and the societal problems of being treated as outcasts. Tags: domestic abuse, families in crisis, alcoholism Watch Once Were Warriors trailer Starring of Once Were Warriors Rena Owen as Beth Heke Temuera Morrison as Jake Heke Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell as Grace Heke Julian Arahanga as Nig Heke Taungaroa Emile as Mark Boogie Heke Rachael Morris Jr. as Polly Heke Joseph Kairau as Huata Heke Cliff Curtis as Bully Pete Smith as Dooley George Henare as Bennett Mere Boynton as Mavis Shannon Williams as Toot Calvin Tuteao as Taka Ray Bishop as King Hitter Ian Mune as Judge Robert Pollock as Policeman Storyline of Once Were Warriors A drama about a Maori family lving in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband. Genre: crime, drama Theme: domestic abuse, families in crisis, alcoholism Mood: a good cry, uncomfortable viewing Attribute: high artistic quality, high historical importance Certification: Mature Audiences - Ages 17+ Recommended Flag: not for children, profanity, sexual situations, substance abuse, violence MPA rating: R Award: 22 wins & 6 nominations. Rating of Once Were Warriors 7.9 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like 0 0 0 0 0 Reviews of Once Were Warriors Write your review or comment