inherited

Haven 2022-01-05 08:02:29

The film tells the story of how the ancient Maori tribe in New Zealand continued their traditions and selected new patriarchs. The old patriarch adheres to the traditions and beliefs of the tribe. Even if his granddaughter Pai is better than other boys, she cannot become the successor of the patriarch in his heart. You can say that he is too stubborn, but in his view, this is the tribal civilization and inheritance. Part. The girl Pai is brave, sincere, and loves nature. The moment she rode a head whale to lead the whales back to the ocean, she broke the old patriarch's stubbornness and persistence.

Through the struggle of the old patriarch and the resistance of the next generation, "Whale Rider" shows the inheritance and progress of the ancient civilization under the background of the new era, and more reflects the inner struggle of the characters; but the focus of the film is on Pai. In the course of her growth, she broke through a certain degree of shackles and became the first matriarch of the tribe. She also brought awe of nature and life, and led the tribe people to continue their cultural traditions, so "Whale Rider" more Is an inspirational movie.

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  • Hazle 2022-01-05 08:02:29

    I'm so tired recently, looking for some healing movies, little girl, sea, whale, New Zealand, Maori...The background of the story is more attractive than the story itself. The conflict is not as strong as an inspirational genre, nor has it faded to the point where it is fresh and literary. Little girl is pretty

  • Haylie 2022-04-24 07:01:16

    Is this the legendary rookie girl who squeezed out Scarlett of "Lost in Translation" to grab the nomination for that year's Olympic heroine nomination? I am not afraid of death, I am only afraid that my birth will not be blessed by you. Grandpa is an old stubborn, but cute.

Whale Rider quotes

  • Paikea: My name is Paikea Apirana, and I come from a long line of chiefs.

  • Koro: [from trailer] When she was born, that's when things went wrong for us.