Once Were Warriors
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Movie Reviews of Once Were Warriors
Movie Review: Useful for domestic violence intervention
Summary: 5 Stars
As a clinician specializing in cross-cultural behavioral healthcare and domestic violence batterer and target intervention, I find this film to be an excellent motivator of discussion with clients in group settings. Though care should be used when exposing targets to such material, especially in the early stages of pre-contemplation leading to action, the film is particularly useful with targets in the latter stages of pre-contemplation or in the action phase of treatment. Also VERY useful in promoting insight in even the most reluctant of batterers. A powerful tool and a "must see" for clients - but clinicians need to use judgement regarding client's capacity to view such realistic portrayals of violence and destruction within the family unit.Movie Review: Powerful Film with an Important Message
Summary: 5 Stars
Once Were Warriors looks at a family under extreme pressure from all sides and, in spite of the hardships, there is always a layer of hope. It's a profound film that vividly portrays a mother and her children's' strength and pride within a crumbling world distorted by alcohol and domestic violence. I was going through a punk rock stage when I fist saw Once Were Warriors and at that time I internalized the film's positive messages as validation of my rebellious reactions to the social and political issues around me. I recently watched the movie again with my wife and we were both moved by the depth and wherewithal of its characters. Once Were Warriors is a tough look at suffering that ultimately calls for action, outrage and understanding.Movie Review: Once Were Warriors
Summary: 5 Stars
A huge box-office hit in New Zealand, "Warriors" examines the blighted lives of those mired by poverty and race bias in a hostile, unforgiving environment. With its jarring realism and uniformly excellent performances, Tamahori's film throbs with anger, bitterness, and cruelty, creating a portrait of societal alienation that feels authentic. In addition to Owen's searing portrayal of Beth, Julian Arahanga gives a sharp performance as eldest son Julian, who joins a vicious Maori street gang after disowning his father, played with unnerving force by Morrison. Based on a novel by Alan Duff, "Warriors" is an honest and ultimately cathartic look at finding pride in the midst of crushing hopelessness.Movie Review: A Fantastic Drama! One of my all time favorites!
Summary: 5 Stars
You just feel for this family. I guess it hit closer to home for me because this family did in some ways remind me of mine, especially Jake the Muss who has to be one of my all time favorite movie characters. He comes off as so ferocious and vicious at times, yet can have some endearing moments although the real him always comes out. Rena Owen is ALL WOMAN in this movie as she struggles mightily to keep her family together in the modern world after abondoning her heritage.
If you haven't seen it, you must. It's that good.
**Favorite Scenes: any part with the haka in it and Jake finding out the truth
Movie Review: The best film of 1994
Summary: 5 Stars
ONCE WERE WARRIORS is one of the most powerful films I have ever seen. Released at a time when NZ films weren't widely accepted, yet when audiences saw it ... they changed their minds. This was the most talked about film in Australia in 1994. It's one of those rare movies that made me cry.Incredible performances from both male and female leads which contribute to the powerfulness of this film. The sequel from 1998 called "What Becomes of the Broken Hearted" is worth seeing, but not a patch on ONCE WERE WARRIORS.
Buy it, rent it, or whatever ... just get yourself a copy. You must have this DVD in your collection.