Inspired by actual events, MURU is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who must choose between duty to his badge or his people, when the Government invoke antiterrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. This gripping action drama is not a re-creation, but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.
Acting
Cliff Curtis carries the impossible choice in his jawline.
Writing
Turns real 2007 trauma into fiction that hits harder than documentary.
Director
Tearepa Kahi
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
NZ
