Uproar

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Uproar is set in New Zealand in 1981, when the arrival of the South African rugby team sets off nationwide protests against apartheid and racism. Josh Waaka, a 17-year-old of mixed race who has been a passive bystander all his life, is suddenly forced to stand up for himself, his whānau, or family, and his future.

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lovely heartwarming very cool i lov ethe main character

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/06/24

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J M

This was the best movie I have seen in years. It was an absolute masterpiece and I loved it from start to finish.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/22/24

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David M

A beautiful and heartwarming film with a subtle script that shows the challenges people had in showing public support for difficult social issues and what it must've been like for those who have been disconnected from their culture to be suddenly confronted with representation.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/16/24

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Paul Middleditch

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Hamish Bennett

Director

Julian Dennison

Josh Waaka

Rhys Darby

Brother Madigan

Minnie Driver

Shirley Waaka

James Rolleston

Jamie Waaka

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Marya E. Gates

RogerEbert.com

Dennison once again brings his signature warmth, humor, and pathos for a singular and deeply affecting performance.

Sep 14, 2023

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Julian Roman

MovieWeb

Uproar skillfully combines themes of identity, family, and social justice in a heartwarming and inspirational story. Julian Dennison shines in a thoughtful portrayal of courage and resilience in the face of adversity.

Rated: 3.5/5

Mar 25, 2024

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Sarah Vincent

InBetweenDrafts

Uproar can be predictable, but it is satisfying in the way that it evokes the high stakes of his choices. It’s impossible to dismiss Josh’s journey as overwrought teen angst, as it’s really a battle for each character’s soul.

Rated: 8/10

Mar 24, 2024

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Al Alexander

Movies Thru the Spectrum

Once again, the now grown up Dennison upstages his more famous co-stars with his natural ability to command a scene with a infectious blend of charisma and likability.

Rated: B+

Mar 19, 2024

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Kat Halstead

Common Sense Media

It's an engaging and affecting story of confusion, anger, bravery, and rebellion, but also of love, freedom, and joy.

Mar 18, 2024

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Roger Moore

Movie Nation

A tad too cute to pass by uncriticized...it's still a sweet, lightly amusing and uplifting...history lesson, one with just enough feel-good moments to carry the day.

Rated: 2.5/4

Mar 18, 2024

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Synopsis

Uproar is set in New Zealand in 1981, when the arrival of the South African rugby team sets off nationwide protests against apartheid and racism. Josh Waaka, a 17-year-old of mixed race who has been a passive bystander all his life, is suddenly forced to stand up for himself, his whānau, or family, and his future.

Director: Paul Middleditch, Hamish Bennett
Screenwriter: Hamish Bennett, Sonia Whiteman
Distributor: Blue Fox Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Strong Language|A Crude Gesture|Some Violence|Racism|Thematic Material)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Sports
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 15, 2024, Limited

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