The Lascar
“Survival. Betrayal. Honor. In the harsh realm of Aotearoa's untamed shores, one lascar must navigate treacherous waters of loyalty to rewrite his destiny.”
Synopsis
At the end of the 18th century, hundreds of Indian sailors, known as lascars, worked amongst European settlers in Aotearoa New Zealand - often under the gruesome working conditions of seal hunting gangs. The story follows a lascar, Dasa, who has been abandoned on the coast of Aotearoa NZ by the East India Company, alongside his sealing gang. When Dasa finds himself in the middle of a conflict between his abusive British superior and two Māori traders, he is faced with a choice: bend the knee or take a stand.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adi Parige
- Screenplay & Story
- Adi Parige
- Original Score
- Jose Jugo
- Original Title
- The Lascar
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Maori, Urdu
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adi Parige
Adi Parige
Jose Jugo
Jenna Eriksen
Adi Parige
Adi Parige, Matt Asunder, Jessica George, John McKay, Jess Charlton
Department Leadership Roster
Adi Parige
Director
Adi Parige
Writer
Louis Joblin
Production Design
Adi Parige
Producer
Matt Asunder
Producer
Jessica George
Producer
Jose Jugo
Original Music Composer
Jenna Eriksen
Director of Photography
Adi Parige
Editor
Rao Parige
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lascar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lascar about?
At the end of the 18th century, hundreds of Indian sailors, known as lascars, worked amongst European settlers in Aotearoa New Zealand - often under the gruesome working conditions of seal hunting gangs. The story follows a lascar, Dasa, who has been abandoned on the coast of Aotearoa NZ by the East India Company, alongside his sealing gang. When Dasa finds himself in the middle of a conflict between his abusive British superior and two Māori traders, he is faced with a choice: bend the knee or take a stand.
Who directed The Lascar?
The Lascar was directed by Adi Parige.
Who stars in The Lascar?
The principal cast of The Lascar includes Vinith Shiva, Mark Matthews, Tanea Heke, Mohammad Kunwar, Fredrick Pokai.
When was The Lascar released and how long is it?
The Lascar was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Lascar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Lascar was composed by Jose Jugo.