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Tinā movie

🎬 Title: Tinā

Story: After losing her daughter in the Christchurch earthquakes, a woman takes on a role as a substitute teacher at a prestigious private school. As she navigates her new environment, she realizes the students are in need of guidance and nurturing, which inspires her to become a source of motivation and support for them.

⭐ Rating: 8.125 (12 votes)

📅 Release date: 2025-02-27

⏱️ Runtime: 2h 5m

🎭 Genres: Drama, Comedy

🎬 Director: Miki Magasiva

✍️ Writer: Miki Magasiva

🌍 Countries: New Zealand

🏢 Production companies: The Brown Factory, Tu Fa’atasi Films

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👥 Cast: Anapela Polataivao (Mareta), Antonia Robinson (Sophie), Beulah Koale (Sio Leota), Nicole Whippy (Rona), Dalip Sondhi (Alan Hubbard), Zac O’Meagher (Anthony Bull), Jamie Irvine (Peter Wadsworth), Alison Bruce (Caroline), Tania Nolan (Helen), Talia Pua (Mei-Ling Wong)

Editor’s note: Tinā (2025) captures the essence of Drama and Comedy without feeling repetitive. Miki Magasiva crafts a compelling narrative that emphasizes character development over superficial storytelling. Performances by Anapela Polataivao, Antonia Robinson, and Beulah Koale bring authenticity to the film. With a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes, the pacing is deliberate, ensuring each scene serves a purpose. While it’s not without its imperfections, the film’s strengths significantly outweigh any shortcomings. If this storyline resonates with you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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