The Dead Lands

A visceral, mythic chase through brutal terrain, blending raw combat with spiritual visions and a somber, honor-bound atmosphere.

Directed by

Toa Fraser

Genres

Adventure, Action

Starring

James Rolleston, Lawrence Makoare, Te Kohe Tuhaka

Overview

Hongi, a Maori chieftain’s teenage son, must avenge his father’s murder in order to bring peace and honour to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery. Vastly outnumbered by a band of villains led by Wirepa, Hongi’s only hope is to pass through the feared and forbidden “Dead Lands” and forge an uneasy alliance with a mysterious warrior, a ruthless fighter who has ruled the area for years.

How it feels

Dark, tense, earnest and bleak. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, redemption, grief, identity

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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