Drama · New Zealand · 2025 · 14m

Ata Pūao

Director

Cast

Luka Wolfgram as Hiwa Caleb Nazzer as Thomas Anastasiia Aksiuta as Francesca Moe Laga as Mother Matariki Whatarau as Hone Nacanieli Waqalevu as August

Crew

Allie Howell — Editor Allie Howell — Screenplay Allie Howell — Story Pūmanawa Rawiri — Story Angel Kameta — Producer Venus Blacklaws — Costume Design

Tagline

The promise of a new day

Synopsis

Amid the nightlife of a new city, a young Māori trans woman reckons with safety, isolation, and the fragile bonds of old friendships outgrown — as the promise of belonging rises just beyond the horizon.

Key Collaborators

Allie Howell Director Allie Howell Editor Allie Howell Screenplay Allie Howell Story Pūmanawa Rawiri Story Angel Kameta Producer Venus Blacklaws Costume Design

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