Once Were Warriors
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VHS Movie Reviews of Once Were Warriors
Movie Review: Useful for domestic violence intervention
Summary: 5 Stars
As a clinician specializing in cross-cultural behavioral healthcare and domestic violence batterer and target intervention, I find this film to be an excellent motivator of discussion with clients in group settings. Though care should be used when exposing targets to such material, especially in the early stages of pre-contemplation leading to action, the film is particularly useful with targets in the latter stages of pre-contemplation or in the action phase of treatment. Also VERY useful in promoting insight in even the most reluctant of batterers. A powerful tool and a "must see" for clients - but clinicians need to use judgement regarding client's capacity to view such realistic portrayals of violence and destruction within the family unit.Movie Review: Amazing, but wrong one!
Summary: 4 Stars
This is an amazing movie, very enlightening about Maori culture, very poignant. But I have a word of caution for everyone reading this: don't order THIS particular version of the film unless you don't mind having a lower-than-DVD-quality movie with no special features. Looking at the specs, this movie is encoded in Region 0, which means it will play in all players. It also means that it probably won't look as good as it would if it were encoded for YOUR specific region. There IS a Region 1 version, for US and Canada, if that's what you are looking for. That's the one I got, and it's great! Just search for the movie again, and look for "Region 1," but make sure it doesn't say "Asian" or "import" or "all region" anywhere on the page. The Region 1 DVD cover has the title in yellow, and it says, "Two thumbs up," from Siskel and Ebert. It has a picture of a woman with her daughter and is mostly red. Happy shopping!Movie Review: Once Were Warriors
Summary: 5 Stars
A huge box-office hit in New Zealand, "Warriors" examines the blighted lives of those mired by poverty and race bias in a hostile, unforgiving environment. With its jarring realism and uniformly excellent performances, Tamahori's film throbs with anger, bitterness, and cruelty, creating a portrait of societal alienation that feels authentic. In addition to Owen's searing portrayal of Beth, Julian Arahanga gives a sharp performance as eldest son Julian, who joins a vicious Maori street gang after disowning his father, played with unnerving force by Morrison. Based on a novel by Alan Duff, "Warriors" is an honest and ultimately cathartic look at finding pride in the midst of crushing hopelessness.Movie Review: Powerful and moving
Summary: 5 Stars
I could watch this moving over and over again and still be very affected. The tale of this family and their issues was portrayed in a powerful way.
The two sons' and their acting out in rebellious ways was very realistic. I can't even speak on the oldest daughter's story as it makes me cry out in angst.
The abuse suffered at the father's hand and the mother's acceptance as if the norm was disturbing, yet, real... too real.
It was hard to see the father attempt to redeem his family through violence. He was so very violent and warped it was painful to watch.
The director's choice of color and Smokey filters added to the vivid imagery.
I recommend the movie to all students of film and cinematography as well as those interested in what a great screenplay looks like.
Movie Review: Great movie, but very depressing
Summary: 5 Stars
I saw this movie while in Australia visiting my wifes family. About 8 of us sat and watched a DVD version there. They had all seen it and were familar both with the movie and the problems with the Moari culture - very similar to the US American Indian reservations. When this movie was over everyone was speechless. Very well written and thought provoking movie. Do not think that this is an uplifting movie or a happy everafter movie - it is not.