SummaryTinā tells the story of Samoan teacher Mareta Percival, who reluctantly takes a job as a substitute teacher at an elite, predominantly white private school after suffering a huge personal tragedy. Surprised to find children crying out for guidance, inspiration and love, Mareta draws on the musical traditions of her Samoan roots to form a rebellio... Read More
Directed By:Miki Magasiva
Written By:Miki Magasiva, Mario Gaoa
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Sep 4, 2025
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The earnest mood and regional touches of Tinā, a New Zealand movie that centers on a choir instructor who teaches her students to harmonize, distinguish it from others using the familiar formula.
Sep 5, 2025
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Directed and co-written by the Samoan filmmaker Miki Magasiva, the movie features a unique central character, a powerhouse star performance and some truly uplifting choral singing. Those are the good parts. The less good part is a script that pummels audiences with melodrama, manipulation and sentimental clichés until we all cry uncle.
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Production Company:
- The Brown Factory
Release Date:Aug 29, 2025
Duration:2 h 4 m
Awards
New Zealand Screen Awards
• 2 Wins & 7 Nominations
Seattle International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Septimius Awards
• 1 Nomination
