The film is a powerful and raw portrayal of a Māori family, the Hekes, living in Auckland. Movie Overview
For more details on the cast and production, you can visit the IMDb page for Once Were Warriors .
The story centers on (played by Rena Owen) and her struggle to hold her family together in the face of poverty, alcoholism, and the violent outbursts of her husband, Jake "The Muss" Heke (played by Temuera Morrison).
Beth must find the inner strength to reclaim her Māori heritage and protect her children as the family spirals toward tragedy.