VHS Movie Reviews for Once Were Warriors

Once Were Warriors

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VHS Movie Reviews of Once Were Warriors

Movie Review: Powerful Film with an Important Message
Summary: 5 Stars

Once Were Warriors looks at a family under extreme pressure from all sides and, in spite of the hardships, there is always a layer of hope. It's a profound film that vividly portrays a mother and her children's' strength and pride within a crumbling world distorted by alcohol and domestic violence. I was going through a punk rock stage when I fist saw Once Were Warriors and at that time I internalized the film's positive messages as validation of my rebellious reactions to the social and political issues around me. I recently watched the movie again with my wife and we were both moved by the depth and wherewithal of its characters. Once Were Warriors is a tough look at suffering that ultimately calls for action, outrage and understanding.

Movie Review: Powerful! Moving! Emotional!
Summary: 5 Stars

I'd seen parts of this movie years ago, which left me in shock then. Now I get to see it entirely and I'm still just as shocked. The anger, the sadness, the love, the dysfuntionality...it makes you mad, sad, and wondering how you'd handle the same situations this poor family suffered and overcame.

Movie Review: Disturbing
Summary: 1 Stars

I found this movie to be disturbing and a complete waste of time. Just by reading the title I was able to give a complete synopsis of what the story would be about. But, I decided to give it a chance. That was my first mistake. I proceeded to make another mistake and keep watching it. Please dont waste your time. If you want to know what the story is about google the term "Maori" (include some current events in your search and other relevant facts such as their oppression ever since Europeans began to populate NZ), then re-read the title of the book/movie. AND presto I guarantee you will be able to figure out the rest of the story.

Movie Review: The best movie of all time
Summary: 5 Stars

This is the most powerful movie you will ever see. And honest. Some of it will disturb but will leave a lasting impression on you. Extremely deppressing but also has a happy tone to it at the same time. I believe everyone should see this movie and anyone who does will probably want to own it. The music and the colours in the film really take you into the world of the Heke family, this is unbelievable film making and the acting is top class, true emotion provides excellent acting and this movie is full of emotion. I would say this is my favourite DVD of all time. I love the movie so much but I also love the special features interviews with the cast members. Temuera Morrison is as far from his character Jake Heke as you could possibly get, yet he turns in the finest performance I have ever witnessed. This movie will leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches it.