Mt. Zion

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Mt. Zion

2013

1h 36m

Drama

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Turei, a hard working potato farm worker in New Zealand, dreams of his band opening for Bob Marley's 1979 tour. His dreams quickly clash with the traditions and values of his upbringing, especially with his traditional father.

Peter Galvin

sbs.com.au

Mt. Zion, a likeable drama from writer director Tearepa Kahi, cleaves closely to this ancient coming-of-age parable about how the quest for showbiz success can corrupt the innocent.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 14, 2013

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Liam Maguren

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With an ear for music and an eye for the landscape, Mt Zion starts New Zealand's filmmaking year on a good note.

Rated: 4/5

Mar 13, 2013

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5 Because its Maori hard Love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/01/23

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Audience Member

Mt. Zion is a realistic yet feel good movie that captures the mood and the music of the time. This trip is worth taking to revisit the music of the day and to experience the reminder of the earthy goodness rooted in the love of this land that is such a part of our indigenous people.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/19/23

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Not bad but a bit predictable. I was disappointed with the singing and music which isn't true to the era. Also, much of the language is too contemporary. I couldn't really get into it. The acting is good, as are the production values. Some shots and pans are unnecessary.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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ma'ark t

Interesting insight to rural Auckland in the late 1970's but the music was the only highlight of this film for me.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Mean.. old school movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/22/23

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Salty Popcorn watched the film this week - reviewer Cody loved it - suss full review at: http://www.saltypopcorn.com/mt-zion/

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/19/23

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Te Arepa Kahi

Director

Stan Walker

Turei

Temuera Morrison

Dad

Miriama Smith

Layla

Darcy Ray Flavell-Hudson

Actor

Will Hall

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Synopsis

Turei, a hard working potato farm worker in New Zealand, dreams of his band opening for Bob Marley's 1979 tour. His dreams quickly clash with the traditions and values of his upbringing, especially with his traditional father.

Director: Te Arepa Kahi
Producer: Quinton Hita
Screenwriter: Te Arepa Kahi
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 36m