About this movie
After a successful raid and having captured a rival village's leader, a war party must drag their huge canoe or "Taua" through the forest to reach the sea and escape with their trophy but even in a forest of their native land water can be scarce. As the warriors, driven by their insistent chief, press towards home, two boys are tasked to protect the precious water and keep an eye on the prisoner, but need and desperation grows for all as the story drives to a climax.
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How long is Taua?
Taua has a runtime of 15m ( and 15 minutes).
Who directed Taua?
Taua was directed by Tearepa Kahi and released in 2007.
What genre is Taua?
Taua is a Drama film (2007).
Who stars in Taua?
The cast of Taua includes Graham Hohapata, Fred Te Kani Dargaville Koro, Antonio Te Maioha, Reweti Te Mete, Vaughn Ahchee To Tore.
