Madman Films, The Brown Factory and Tu Fa’atasi Films in association with The New Zealand Film Commission and NZ On Air presents the long awaited, feature film by Miki Magasiva.

Tinā is a powerful, inspirational crowd pleaser about the healing power of music.

The story of Samoan teacher Mareta Percival a teacher and mother, struggling after the death of her daughter in the Christchurch earthquake reluctantly takes on the role of substitute teacher in a wealthy private school and is surprised to find children crying out for guidance, inspiration, and love. Using the symphony of her culture to empower her students, she forms a choir, bringing them together while unexpectedly rediscovering her passion again for being a teacher and mother.

Don’t miss your chance to see the most talked about film of the year.

 

Includes a special pre-screening performance from Westlake's Choralation Choir.