Fifteen camera operators and thirteen sound recordists worked on the 1983 documentary about the protests against the South African rugby team's tour of New Zealand.
“New Zealand's Eight Week Civil War”
Synopsis
Fifteen camera operators and thirteen sound recordists worked on the 1983 documentary about the protests against the South African rugby team's tour of New Zealand.
Synopsis
In 1981, New Zealand's All Blacks faced off against South Africa's Springboks, igniting protests across the country. Activist group HART (Halt All Racist Tours) mobilized against the tour, leading to violent confrontations with police. Merata Mita's documentary, Patu., captures the turmoil of this period, featuring footage of protests, police clashes, and community meetings. The film presents a critical perspective on the societal divisions surrounding rugby and the implications of supporting a team from a nation under apartheid.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the protests against the 1981 Springbok tour unfold.
- Meet Merata Mita, a pioneer of indigenous filmmaking.
- Find out how rugby divided New Zealand's national identity.
Did You Know
- The film had a budget of $41,000 funded by various New Zealand organizations.
- Patu! premiered at the 1983 Wellington Film Festival to a standing ovation.
- The editing process took two years due to various complications.
- Fifteen camera operators and thirteen sound recordists worked on the film.
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Who directed the documentary Patu!?
Patu! was directed by Merata Mita.
What year did Patu! premiere?
Patu! premiered at the 1983 Wellington Film Festival.
What was the budget for the film Patu!?
Patu! was created on a budget of $41,000.
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