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Mataku

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Mataku

2002- 2005

3 Seasons

17 Episodes

7.0(1 votes)

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Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Drama

Overview

Anthology of contemporary one-off dramas, adapted from the unique and mystical world of Maori supernatural legends. In these tales of the unexpected, set in New Zealand, ordinary characters encounter mysterious phenomena of Maori mythology.

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Temuera Morrison

Temuera Morrison

Self - Presenter

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