I've always been a supporter of foreign/international films especially when it’s action-pack or have an interesting plot. However, I don’t really remember when the last time I’ve seen a movie from New Zealand but that will change after watching the trailer for The Dead Lands. James Cameron describe the film as
“A powerful and primal coming of age story that’s an absolute adrenaline rush, The Dead Lands is far more than just a great action movie — it’s great cinema.”
Based on the images and NSFW trailer, the movie looks interesting and I’m definitely curious to see if Mr. Cameron is onto something. The film was written by Glenn Standring and directed by Toa Fraser. Magnet releases The Dead Lands in theaters and on VOD on April 17th.
Hongi (James Rolleston) – a Maori chieftain’s teenage son – must avenge his father’s murder in order to bring peace and honour to the souls of his loved ones after his tribe is slaughtered through an act of treachery. Vastly outnumbered by a band of villains, led by Wirepa (Te Kohe Tuhaka), Hongi’s only hope is to pass through the feared and forbidden Dead Lands and forge an uneasy alliance with the mysterious Warrior (Lawrence Makoare), a ruthless fighter who has ruled the area for years.
Check out The Dead Lands images and trailer below. Click on the images for larger and better view.
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BY: Jose Febrero
SOURCE: Collider
