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Red, White & Brass

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Maka, a Tongan superfan, will do whatever it takes to get tickets to the Tonga v France Rugby World Cup game -- even if that means promising to deliver a brass band for the pre-match entertainment. Only problem is, the band doesn't exist and Maka has four weeks to make one.

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David Stratton The Australian 06/27/2023
3.5/5
Red, White and Brass is an engaging feel-good movie based, we’re assured, on real events. Go to Full Review Rachel West That Shelf 12/06/2023
The Tongan word “māfana” comes up more than once during Red, White and Brass. Described as the overwhelming feeling of warmth and emotion one gets, it’s a fitting word for the film itself. Go to Full Review Sarah Ward Concrete Playground 07/22/2023
An affectionate and joyous film that doesn't just pay tribute to events that clearly begged for the big-screen treatment from the moment that they happened... but to the community and culture goes all-in when it comes to national pride. Go to Full Review David Griffiths Subculture Entertainment 07/21/2023
3.5/5
Light hearted but works on every level - thoroughly enjoyable and is guaranteed to make you laugh and inspire you at the same time. Go to Full Review Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) 06/28/2023
2.5/5
A nice tale, told in a pleasing and undemanding fashion. Go to Full Review Oti For Your Reference Podcast 06/26/2023
4/5
An exceptional accomplishment, skilfully pairing enjoyable humour with a narrative that radiates joy and positivity. This captivating cinematic journey creates an indelibly uplifting experience. A must-watch! Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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King C Nov 8 My favorite Yatjua besides the late Kevin Peter Hall and The Man Who Was Wolf In AVP requiem See more Aimee M 07/13/2024 Coolest feel good film. This movie has so much heart and the fact that it’s based on a true story just makes it even better. Im not Tongan but i still swelled with pride for my NZ and Wellington community made up of all our beautiful people x See more Maeve O 04/17/2024 The most delightful and hysterically funny movie that I've seen in ages. See more - - 04/07/2024 really great and fun movie See more Matiu B 08/23/2023 A whole lotta fun, with a nice message and I just really like most NZ films. It's also cool to see the Tongan & Maori representation (I'm not Tongan, I'm Maori). It's not the perfect film but very relatable to me and something I would re-watch a lot. See more Peter W 07/09/2023 Overall, this is a wholesome family feature with a touching and heartwarming true story. I laughed a lot and found myself emotionally impacted by the film's themes and messages, particularly during the finale. The pacing here is fast and snappy, and the plot heads straight to the point of the story without ever slowing down or feeling boring. It's lively and highly entertaining, with a heartfelt journey that packs in many great themes and messages, making it perfect to be viewed by all ages. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Damon Fepulea'i

Director

John-Paul Foliaki

Maka

Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi

Veni

Mikey Falesiu

Actor

Onetoto Ikavuka

Actor

Lupeti Finau

Actor

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Movie Info

Synopsis Maka, a Tongan superfan, will do whatever it takes to get tickets to the Tonga v France Rugby World Cup game -- even if that means promising to deliver a brass band for the pre-match entertainment. Only problem is, the band doesn't exist and Maka has four weeks to make one.
Director
Damon Fepulea'i
Producer
Georgina Allison Conder, Morgan Waru, Halaifonua Finau
Screenwriter
Halaifonua Finau, Damon Fepulea'i
Production Co
Piki Films
Genre
Comedy, Kids & Family, Music
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 25m