Synopsis
In a violent relationship, it takes a mother’s strength to save herself and her children from the man she loved. Once Were Warriors is a violent love story set against a contemporary urban backdrop.
Cast

Rena Owen
Beth Heke

Temuera Morrison
Jake Heke

Mamaengaroa Kerr-Bell
Grace Heke

Julian Arahanga
Nig Heke

Taungaroa Emile
Mark 'Boogie' Heke

Rachael Morris Jr.
Polly Heke

Joseph Kairau
Huata Heke

Cliff Curtis
Bully

Pete Smith
Dooley

George Henare
Bennett

Mere Boynton
Mavis

Shannon Williams
Toot

Calvin Tuteao
Taka

Ray Bishop
King Hitter

Ian Mune
Judge

Robert Pollock
Policeman
Donald V. Allen
Jake's Mate (as Donald Allen)
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