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WE WERE DANGEROUS
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Sun 27 Oct 2:00 PM
Dendy Portside Cinema 1
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Unclassified 15+
82 MinsThis darkly comedic yet chilling drama from Taika Waititi follows Daisy and Nellie, two rebellious girls who attempt, and are caught, while escaping an institution for delinquent girls in 1954 New Zealand.
From renowned executive producer Taika Waititi and director Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu, comes this funny yet frightening drama following three defiant girls entangled in New Zealand's troubling history of eugenics. Set in the oppressive 1950’s, the story is centred around Nellie and Daisy, two rebellious Māori teens who make a daring escape from a grim institution for delinquent youth, before getting caught and relocated to a remote island facility. There, they become unlikely friends with wealthy and resourceful Lou. Life on the island - a former leper colony - is run by The Matron who rules with an iron fist and revels in nightmarish, experimental punishments yet this trio remain undeterred, and hatch a bold new escape plan. This thrilling and ultimately uplifting film celebrates the unbreakable bond of female friendship and the relentless pursuit of freedom. It’s a fierce, feminist Māori-led film that takes an emotionally charged twist on the classic 'coming-of-age delinquent' story.
From renowned executive producer Taika Waititi and director Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu, comes this funny yet frightening drama following three defiant girls entangled in New Zealand's troubling history of eugenics. Set in the oppressive 1950’s, the story is centred around Nellie and Daisy, two rebellious Māori teens who make a daring escape from a grim institution for delinquent youth, before getting caught and relocated to a remote island facility. There, they become unlikely friends with wealthy and resourceful Lou. Life on the island - a former leper colony - is run by The Matron who rules with an iron fist and revels in nightmarish, experimental punishments yet this trio remain undeterred, and hatch a bold new escape plan. This thrilling and ultimately uplifting film celebrates the unbreakable bond of female friendship and the relentless pursuit of freedom. It’s a fierce, feminist Māori-led film that takes an emotionally charged twist on the classic 'coming-of-age delinquent' story.
