Ihaka: Blunt Instrument
Synopsis
His rough tactics in his native Auckland get Maori detective Tito Ihaka sent to Sydney while the scandal blows over. There he's teamed with urbane police media officer Kirsty Finn to review the unsolved murder of a supermodel. Their investigation lands them in political hot water, and when Ihaka's inquiries lead to a murder and further complaints, he thinks he's solved the case. But all he's done is create a ruthless and powerful enemy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Fisk
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Thomas
- Original Title
- Ihaka: Blunt Instrument
- Country of Origin
- Australia, New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Network Ten, South Pacific Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Fisk
Paul Thomas
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Fisk
Director
Paul Thomas
Writer
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What is Ihaka: Blunt Instrument about?
His rough tactics in his native Auckland get Maori detective Tito Ihaka sent to Sydney while the scandal blows over. There he's teamed with urbane police media officer Kirsty Finn to review the unsolved murder of a supermodel. Their investigation lands them in political hot water, and when Ihaka's inquiries lead to a murder and further complaints, he thinks he's solved the case. But all he's done is create a ruthless and powerful enemy.
Who directed Ihaka: Blunt Instrument?
Ihaka: Blunt Instrument was directed by Peter Fisk.
Who stars in Ihaka: Blunt Instrument?
The principal cast of Ihaka: Blunt Instrument includes Temuera Morrison, Rebecca Gibney, Linal Haft, Olivia Pigeot.
When was Ihaka: Blunt Instrument released and how long is it?
Ihaka: Blunt Instrument was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.