Tama Tū

The story

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.

Cast & crew

Tammy DavisMāori Battalion Soldier

Taungaroa EmileMāori Battalion Soldier

Rob MokarakaMāori Battalion Soldier

Jarod RawiriMāori Battalion Soldier

Te Kohe TuhakaMāori Battalion Soldier

Jeremy RandersonGerman Soldier

Mark RukaMāori Battalion Soldier