Mauri (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1988, Mauri is a drama film directed by Merata Mita, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Rewi Rapana returns to the small country town of Te Mata after his family has left the district. His arrival rekindles old tensions as well as renewing family ties. He is seeking an identity and a permanent place to call home yet desperately hiding a secret from his past. Oddly enough there is one person with whom he finds peace of mind. She is an old woman known as Kara. A special relationship develops between Rewi, Kara and Kara’s great granddaughter Awatea.
Who’s in it. Mauri stars Anzac Wallace as Rewi Rapana, Eva Rickard as Kara, James L. Heyward as Steve and Willie Raana as Willie Rapana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Mauri has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mauri page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mauri tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mauri (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mauri change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mauri worth watching?
- Mauri holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mauri?
- Mauri stars Anzac Wallace, Eva Rickard, James L. Heyward, Willie Raana and Susan D. Ramari Paul.
- When was Mauri released?
- Mauri was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.