MOKO
2022 • Documentary • 8-Part Series
Series Director: Jessica Sanderson
Episode 5 Director: Piata Gardiner-Hoskins
Network: Whakaata Māori & secondary play on NITV Australia and networks in Canada
Funder: Te Mangai Paho (TMP)
Production Company: Velvet Stone Media
'Moko' looks at the modern revival of tā moko (traditional Māori tattooing) and the artists and wearers who made it possible.
"'Moko' is a universal story about identity and courage told in a beautifully cinematic voice, with style and dignity." - Whakaata Māori
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• Winner ‘Best Documentary Cinematography Award’ NZTV Awards (2022) For Bevan Crothers • Nomination for the Best Design Awards (2022) under ‘Long Form’ C/- Designers Institute of New Zealand
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For a full list of credits, contact Velvet Stone Media Ltd. Some of the many speakers include: Mark Kopua • Riki Manuel • Rangi Kipa Gordon Toi • Ngahuia Te Awekotuku • Julie Paama-Pengelly • Heemi Te Peeti • Te Rangitu Netana • Inia Taylor • Viv Manuel • Rob Ruha • Prof Mera Penehira • Te Kaha Wairere • Tame Iti • Turumakina Duley • Whare Hohepa Taukamo • Christine Harvey • Inia Taylor • Colin Kiriona • Reo Irirangi Tutengaehe, • Oriini Kaipara • Te Kanawa Ngarotata • Tyler Jade Whatarangi • Mokonui-ā-rangi Smith • Pip Hartley,• Hohua Mohi • …and many more.
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For a full list of credits, contact Velvet Stone Media Ltd. Some of the crew include: Producer Lara Northcroft • Editor Mike Ogle • DP’s Bevan Crothers & Gareth Moon • Composer Arli Liberman • Colour Grader David McLean
Image credits: Ngahuia Te Awekotuku, Heemi Te Peeti, Gordon Toi, Prof Mera Penehira & Inia Taylor