Tinā
Synopsis
A woman grieving her daughter's death in the Christchurch earthquakes, becomes a substitute teacher at an elite private school. Unexpectedly, she discovers students lacking guidance and care, prompting her to provide inspiration and support.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-22
Top Cast
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Anapela Polataivao
Mareta
Antonia Robinson
Sophie
Beulah Koale
Sio Leota
Nicole Whippy
Rona
Dalip Sondhi
Alan Hubbard
Zac O'Meagher
Anthony Bull
Jamie Irvine
Peter Wadsworth
Alison Bruce
Caroline
Tania Nolan
Helen
Talia Pua
Mei-Ling Wong
Matthew Chamberlain
Father McAfee
Caleb Nazzer
Luke
Quillan Denton
St. Francis Student
Korilee Duncan
St. Francis Student
Tiare Savea
Lanita Percival
Amelia Stace
Choralation Singer/St Francis Student
Sarah Bundell
Paramedic
Tammy Cowan
High Class Lady
Release History & Theatrical Window
Birrarangga Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 29, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 18, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miki Magasiva
- Screenplay & Story
- Miki Magasiva
- Original Score
- Sébastien Pan
- Original Title
- Tinā
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Samoan
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- The Brown Factory, Tu Fa'atasi Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miki Magasiva
Miki Magasiva
Sébastien Pan
Andrew McGeorge
Luke Haigh
Jamie Hilton, Miki Magasiva, Dan Higgins, Mario Gaoa
Department Leadership Roster
Miki Magasiva
Writer
Jamie Hilton
Producer
Miki Magasiva
Director
Miki Magasiva
Producer
Dan Higgins
Producer
Mario Gaoa
Producer
Andrew McGeorge
Director of Photography
Luke Haigh
Editor
Sébastien Pan
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tinā
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What is Tinā about?
A woman grieving her daughter's death in the Christchurch earthquakes, becomes a substitute teacher at an elite private school. Unexpectedly, she discovers students lacking guidance and care, prompting her to provide inspiration and support.
Who directed Tinā?
Tinā was directed by Miki Magasiva.
Who stars in Tinā?
The principal cast of Tinā includes Anapela Polataivao, Antonia Robinson, Beulah Koale, Nicole Whippy, Dalip Sondhi.
When was Tinā released and how long is it?
Tinā was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Tinā?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tinā was composed by Sébastien Pan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tinā?
Tinā holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).