Being Māori - The Dr Ranginui Walker story
Being Māori - The Dr Ranginui Walker story is a feature length documentary, weaving the remarkable life, values and motivations of one of New Zealand’s most fearless academics and activists.
Being Māori - The Dr Ranginui Walker story underscores his enduring impact on Māori rights and the legacy he left.. From the 1970s to the 2000s, he was a tireless advocate for Māori rights, social justice and cultural preservation.
Narrated by his grandson, Dr Curtis Walker, the documentary paints a vibrant portrait of a man who, was a pivotal figure in Māori history, who had a significant influence on the Māori rights movement's evolution.
We explore the transformative impact of his work on Māori culture, education and identity and chronicle his relentless efforts to promote Māori rights and address social inequalities, whilst acknowledging the complexities of his role as a leader.
Project Credits
Kaiwhakataki, Kaikōrero
Presenter, Narrator
Dr Curtis Walker
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Featuring in order of appearance;
Professor Paul Spoonley
Dr Marcia Walker
Dr Stuart Walker
Dame Anne Salmond
Moana Maniapoto
Dr Leilani Walker
Dr Wendy Walker
Dr Curtis Walker
Dr Ranginui Walker
Associate Professor Te Kahautu Maxwell
Dr Te Riaki Amoamo
Robert Edwards
Tame Iti
Deirdre Walker
Punahamoa Walker
Dr Marcia Walker
Metiria Turei
Associate Professor Maui Hudson
Kaitohutohu Reo Māori
Te Reo and Tikanga Advisor
David Kaire
Kaihōpu Āhua, Kaihōpu Oro
Camera, Audio
Riki Reinfeld
Faanati Mamea
Andy Farrant
Jason Judd
Peter May
Roy Taoho
Kaitohu ki te Taiao Whånui
Field Director
(for Tame Iti interview)
Kimiora Kaire-Melbourne
Kaiwāwāhi
Editor
Jason Judd, SupaVision
Kaiwāwāhi Tuarua
Assistant Editor
Ben Whorwood, SupaVision
Whakaranu Ororongo
Audio Mix
Dick Reade
Hoahoa Whakairoiro
Graphic Design
Nicole Judd
Pāpaho Pāpori
Social Media
Taeao Delamere
Producer/ Director
Bradley Walker
Kaotōtitio Rangapū
Network Executives
Manukaroa Anderson
Tony Holden
Kaitohuhohu - Tuku Pūtea
Funding Advisors
Ruth Katene
Ngamako Toroa Pomana
Kaipāho
Broadcaster
Whakaata Māori
Umanga Putea
Funding Agency
Te Māngai Pāho