This free film screening is presented as part of Waikato Museum's Matariki celebrations.

This free film screening is presented as part of Waikato Museum’s Matariki celebrations.

Three cousins. Three lives. Separated by circumstances, yet bound together by blood.

When a Maaori staff member at the Mercy Home recognises Mata as a member of the Pairama clan, Mata is allowed to spend the summer with her ‘grandparents’. Following a train journey to Rotorua, she meets her Aunt Gloria and cousins Missy and Makareta, who expose her to her Maaori culture and heritage.

Film details

“Cousins” (2021)
Running time: 98 minutes
Genre: Drama
Rating: PG (Contains some offensive language)