Mataku

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.

Storyline

First Aired

2002-10-03
Last Aired

2005-02-23
Creator
Genre

Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
Seasons

3
Episodes

17
Status

Ended
Language

English
Network

TVNZ 1

Keywords:

new zealand maori legend anthology

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Season 1

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Season 3

1. The Blue Line: Kahurangi

When a property development company starts to clear land to make way for a new casino, a young female ...More

When a property development company starts to clear land to make way for a new casino, a young female executive is overtaken by the spirit of an old Maori woman. She is compelled to keep the land sacredâ€¦at any cost.Less

30mins 2002-10-03

2. The Enchanted Flute: Te Ngoro

A shy and socially inept young man is seduced by the magical properties of a Maori bone flute he finds...More

A shy and socially inept young man is seduced by the magical properties of a Maori bone flute he finds on the beach, which seems to be the answer to his problems, but which could lead him to his doom.Less

30mins 2002-10-10

3. Going To War: Te Mura O Te Ahi

A young Maori soldier who is sceptical about his family's traditional beliefs changes his mind when he...More

A young Maori soldier who is sceptical about his family's traditional beliefs changes his mind when he encounters his uncle who died in World War II.Less

30mins 2002-10-17

4. The Sisters: Nga Tuahine

Devoted sisters, Nola and Naera, are separated as children when Naera goes missing in the forest. Nol...More

Devoted sisters, Nola and Naera, are separated as children when Naera goes missing in the forest. Nola carries the pain of her sister's disappearance into adulthood, and when her own life begins to crumble around her, Naera appears to her, with a plan to reunite the sisters forever.Less