

Matariki
“In the darkest night the stars still shine”
Synopsis
A random act of violence leaves eight people in crisis, searching for hope and new beginnings, as the Matariki constellation (Maori New Year) rises in the Southern skies.
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Matariki Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-11-23
Top Cast
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- Director
- Michael Bennett
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Bennett
- Original Title
- Matariki
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese, English, Maori, Samoan
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Bennett
Michael Bennett
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Bennett
Director
Michael Bennett
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matariki
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Matariki about?
A random act of violence leaves eight people in crisis, searching for hope and new beginnings, as the Matariki constellation (Maori New Year) rises in the Southern skies.
Who directed Matariki?
Matariki was directed by Michael Bennett.
Who stars in Matariki?
The principal cast of Matariki includes Jason Wu, Xana Tang, Michael Whalley, Alix Bushnell, Edwin Wright.
When was Matariki released and how long is it?
Matariki was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
