Mārama

Horror
2025 Taratoa Stappard 84m

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Description

1859, North Yorkshire. When young Māori woman Mary arrives from New Zealand, she’s trapped as governess to a wealthy whaler’s granddaughter. Living among her ancestors’ stolen artifacts, she uncovers Sir Cole’s horrific crimes. Embracing her Matakite powers, Mary becomes Mārama and must save Anne and avenge her family by destroying him. Taratoa Stappard's feature debut brings gothic vibes rivaling Robert Eggers' NOSFERATU infused with a dark history more frightening than any jump-scare.

Series
Worldviews Program – MFF26
Cinema Hooligante Program – MFF26
Year
2025
Length
84 minutes
Language
English, Maori
Subtitles
English
Country
New Zealand
Director
Taratoa Stappard
Producers
Sharlene George, Paraone Gloyne, Rouzie Hassanova, RickyLee Waipuka-Russell
Writer
Taratoa Stappard
Cinematographer
Gin Loane
Editor
Dan Kircher