

Whale Rider
- Drama
- Family
A contemporary story of love, rejection, and triumph as a young Māori girl fights to fulfill a destiny her grandfather refuses to recognize.
Whale Rider is a 2003 drama film about a young Māori girl determined to fulfill her destiny despite her grandfather's rejection. This critically acclaimed family drama blends contemporary storytelling with Māori culture and tradition, exploring themes of love, perseverance, and self-discovery.
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Keisha Castle-HughesPaikea Apirana
Rawiri ParateneKoro
Vicky HaughtonNanny Flowers
Cliff CurtisPorourangi
Grant RoaUncle Rawiri- Mana TaumaunuHemi
Rachel HouseShilo
Taungaroa EmileWillie
Tammy DavisDog- Mabel WharekawaMaka
- Rawinia ClarkeMiro
- Tahei SimpsonMiss Parata
- Roi TaimanaHemi's Dad
- Elizabeth SkeenRehua
Rutene SpoonerParekura

Trailer
Whale Rider (2002) Original Trailer [HD]
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Whale Rider — frequently asked
When was Whale Rider released?
Whale Rider was released on January 30, 2003.
What is Whale Rider about?
The film follows a young Māori girl as she fights to fulfill her destiny and gain recognition from her grandfather, who initially refuses to acknowledge her place in their tribe's traditions.
What genres does Whale Rider belong to?
Whale Rider is a drama and family film that combines cultural storytelling with themes of personal triumph and belonging.

















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