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The Drum

Movie"Percussion's there in our lives, it's there in our heartbeat."
The Drum
NR 46 minDocumentary
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With the resurgence of taonga pūoro, one musical instrument remains conspicuously absent from Māori music —pahū (drum). In this documentary Te Pahū, composer Hirini Melbourne (ONZM) and ethnologist Te Warena Taua trace the history of pahū, from musical accompaniment to being the manawa (heart) of communication and communities. Musicians and carvers bring to life the lost beat of pahū by creating a version using modern techniques. Pioneering Māori filmmaker Merata Mita (Patu!) directed Te Pahū, while Rawiri Paratene (Whale Rider) co-wrote and produced it.
StarringHone KaaHirini Melbourne
DirectorMerata Mita
WritersMerata MitaRawiri Paratene

Movie Details

Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Caterina De Nave
Production Companies:Rangipai Productions, Ora digital
The Drum on the Web:Official Website