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Oft-derided across the dutch for its vowel-mangling pronunciation (sex fush'n'chups anyone?) and too fast-paced for tourists and Elton John to understand, is New Zealand's unique accent. Presented by Jim Mora, New Zild follows the evolution of New Zealand English, from the "colonial twang" to Billy T. Linguist Elizabeth Gordon explains the infamous HRT (High Rising Terminal) ending our sentences, and Mora interprets such phrases as 'air gun' (how are you going?). Features Lyn of Tawa in an accent face-off with Sam Neill and Judy Bailey.
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How long is New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English?
New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English has a runtime of 45m ( and 45 minutes).
Who directed New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English?
New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English was directed by John Milligan and released in 2005.
What genre is New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English?
New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English is a Documentary film (2005).
Who stars in New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English?
The cast of New Zild - The Story of New Zealand English includes Ginette McDonald, Jim Mora, Pio Terei, Sam Neill, Judy Bailey.
