The Dead Lands
Synopsis
Hongi, a Maori chieftain’s teenage son, must avenge his father’s murder in order to bring peace and honour to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery. Vastly outnumbered by a band of villains led by Wirepa, Hongi’s only hope is to pass through the feared and forbidden “Dead Lands” and forge an uneasy alliance with a mysterious warrior, a ruthless fighter who has ruled the area for years.
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The Dead Lands (2014) Teaser TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-07-25
Top Cast
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James Rolleston
Hongi
Lawrence Makoare
The Warrior
Te Kohe Tuhaka
Wirepa
Xavier Horan
Rangi
Raukura Turei
Mehe
George Henare
Tane
Rena Owen
Grandmother
Pana Hema-Taylor
Mana
Calvin Tuteao
Ka
Jamus Webster
Tahi
Bianca Hyslop
Pipi
Isabella Rakete
Keri
Matariki Whatarau
Tama
Wairangi Koopu
Raupatu
Jeff Ruha
Mere
Kani Collier
Papa
Te Manahau Morrison
Priest
Mere Boynton
Turikatuku
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 28, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$5K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Toa Fraser
- Screenplay & Story
- Glenn Standring
- Original Score
- Don McGlashan
- Original Title
- The Dead Lands
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Maori
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Worldwide Gross
- $5K
- Production Studios
- XYZ Films, Lipsync Productions, Day Tripper Films, GFC Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Toa Fraser
Glenn Standring
Don McGlashan
Leon Narbey
Dan Kircher
Nick Spicer, Andrew Boswell, Matthew Metcalfe, Glenn Standring
Department Leadership Roster
Grant Major
Production Design
Barbara Darragh
Costume Design
Steve McQuillan
Stunt Coordinator
Glenn Standring
Writer
Matthew Metcalfe
Producer
Glenn Standring
Producer
Dan Kircher
Editor
Toa Fraser
Director
Don McGlashan
Original Music Composer
Leon Narbey
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dead Lands
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What is The Dead Lands about?
Hongi, a Maori chieftain’s teenage son, must avenge his father’s murder in order to bring peace and honour to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery. Vastly outnumbered by a band of villains led by Wirepa, Hongi’s only hope is to pass through the feared and forbidden “Dead Lands” and forge an uneasy alliance with a mysterious warrior, a ruthless fighter who has ruled the area for years.
Who directed The Dead Lands?
The Dead Lands was directed by Toa Fraser.
Who stars in The Dead Lands?
The principal cast of The Dead Lands includes James Rolleston, Lawrence Makoare, Te Kohe Tuhaka, Xavier Horan, Raukura Turei.
When was The Dead Lands released and how long is it?
The Dead Lands was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
How much did The Dead Lands make at the box office?
The Dead Lands grossed $5K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Dead Lands?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dead Lands was composed by Don McGlashan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Dead Lands?
The Dead Lands holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).