Poi E: The Story of Our Song
Watch TrailerWritten and directed by Tearepa Kahi (Mt Zion) and starring Maaka Pohatu (The Modern Maori Quartet, Two Little Boys) the film tells the story of musician Dalvanius Prime and the origin of the song “Poi E”, a ground-breaking fusion of 1980s pop and traditional Māori music. “Poi E”, composed by Dalvanius and Ngoingoi Pēwhairangi and performed by the Patea Māori Club, remains the only song in Te Reo Māori to reach No 1 in the charts, over 30 years since its 1984 release.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2016 |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Genre | Music, Documentary |
| Director | Tearepa Kahi |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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Poi E: The Story of Our Song has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.0/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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