

"A family in crisis, a life in chaos... Nothing is more powerful than a mother's love."
A drama about a Maori family living in Auckland, New Zealand. Lee Tamahori tells the story of Beth Heke’s strong will to keep her family together during times of unemployment and abuse from her violent and alcoholic husband.
Beth Heke

Jake Heke

Grace Heke

Nig Heke

Mark 'Boogie' Heke

Polly Heke

Huata Heke

Bully

Dooley

Bennett

Mavis

Toot

Taka

King Hitter

Judge

Policeman

Jake's Mate (as Donald Allen)