Summary "The Spirits and Times will Teach", is the first episode in the ground-breaking 1974 documentary series. Prior to the establishment of an urban marae in Porirua, Maori people recollect the past reality of life in the rural communities of Tokomaru Bay and Waima Valley. The concept of marae as traditionally understood is discussed by young Maori from groups like Nga Tama Toa in terms of the new and emergent urban present. As diverse Pakeha and Pacific Island community networks attempt to form links with the marae, real questions are raised about the nature of identity and the possibility of a "multicultural" future. The importance of having a sense of belonging and forming a sense of identity is explored as the documentary moves down to Porirua to follow the establishment of a new marae.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : Te Arikinui Te Atairangikaahu Ripora Kukutai Sally Mana Te Noki Karena Dick Green
Genres : History Documentary
Countries of origin : New Zealand
Official sites : NZonScreen listing
Summary "The Spirits and Times will Teach", is the first episode in the ground-breaking 1974 documentary series. Prior to the establishment of an urban marae in Porirua, Maori people recollect the past reality of life in the rural communities of Tokomaru Bay and Waima Valley. The concept of marae as traditionally understood is discussed by young Maori from groups like Nga Tama Toa in terms of the new and emergent urban present. As diverse Pakeha and Pacific Island community networks attempt to form links with the marae, real questions are raised about the nature of identity and the possibility of a "multicultural" future. The importance of having a sense of belonging and forming a sense of identity is explored as the documentary moves down to Porirua to follow the establishment of a new marae.
Genres : History Documentary
Countries of origin : New Zealand
Official sites : NZonScreen listing
