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Cinemas
Directed by Taika Waititi
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
An acclaimed, moving adventure.
Adventure
Comedy
Drama
2016
1h 41m
4.1(381k)via LetterboxdSam Neill + 4 more
Ricky is a defiant young city kid who finds himself on the run with his cantankerous foster uncle in the wild New Zealand bush. A national manhunt ensues, and the two are forced to put aside their differences and work together to survive.
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6What people say
good bye cruel worldburned myself to death in this barnas you can see if you look inside this barn
“me and this fat kid / we ran, we ate, and read books / and it was the best.”:)))
Common questions
What is Hunt for the Wilderpeople about?+
The story follows a rebellious foster child and his grumpy uncle who become the subjects of a national manhunt after getting stranded in the New Zealand wilderness.
Who directed Hunt for the Wilderpeople?+
The film was directed by New Zealand filmmaker Taika Waititi in 2016, who is widely recognized for his distinct blend of humor and emotional depth.
Has Hunt for the Wilderpeople won any awards?+
The film received widespread acclaim and won several awards across the New Zealand film circuit and international festivals.
