Amiri & Aroha

Amiri & Aroha

Drama, Comedy, Action, Romance | Oct. 9, 2011

A gripping drama, "Amiri & Aroha," a Māori take on Romeo and Juliet is set against a background of gang rivalry and betrayal filmed on New Zealand's stunning East Cape. Featuring an outstanding ensemble cast, including Kristel Day (who co-produced with David Whittet), Michael Hollis, Cushla Tangaere, Shayne Biddle (recently acclaimed for his performance in the Strength of Water) and Walter Walsh. The original music, including two haunting Māori songs, was composed and performed by Tia Takarangi-Chan.

Amiri & Aroha

Drama, Comedy, Action, Romance | Oct. 9, 2011

Amiri & Aroha
A gripping drama, "Amiri & Aroha," a Māori take on Romeo and Juliet is set against a background of gang rivalry and betrayal filmed on New Zealand's stunning East Cape. Featuring an outstanding ensemble cast, including Kristel Day (who co-produced with David Whittet), Michael Hollis, Cushla Tangaere, Shayne Biddle (recently acclaimed for his performance in the Strength of Water) and Walter Walsh. The original music, including two haunting Māori songs, was composed and performed by Tia Takarangi-Chan.
Producers
Original title Amiri & Aroha
Directors David Whittet
Writers

Cast

Kristel Day

as Aroha

Michael Hollis

as Amiri

Shayne Biddle

as Hunapo

Cushla Tangaere

as Matakite

Margy Poi

as Ngaio

Rahira Himiona

as Mere

Mathew Wikotu

as Young Hunapo

Erol Peta

as Maahanga

Adrian Stuart

as Aramoana

Rebecca Whittet

as Young Aroha

David Whittet

as Surgeon