Huaputarere Documentary

Huaputarere is a documentary which follows the heart wrenching stories of three individuals who share the confrontations with their innermost demons and the long journey to emotional stability. Discussing mental illness can be a daunting task, sometimes it is a task that is never accomplished. This is our way of starting the conversation and hopefully, rectifying the narrative for many Māori. Huaputarere aims to address challenging subjects in such a way that encourages understanding, relatability and comfort in knowing that your feelings are valid and deserve proper care.  These are stories of searching for closure, reclaiming identity and survival.