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Womb

Directed by Ira Hetaraka
New Zealand
2025
15 mins

Synopsis

A haunting, unforgettable reminder of the personal cost of systemic harm – masterfully crafted, Womb unearths longing, identity, and the unbreakable pull of familial connection. Screens with The Haka Party Incident

Limited seats are available for patrons requiring access for wheelchairs, low vision and hearing loop. Please contact our ticketing team directly on 1300 733 733 or tickets@sff.org.au to complete your booking.

'Womb' is screening with

The Haka Party Incident

Tue, 10 Jun 6:30pm

Dendy Newtown – Cinema 2

The Haka Party Incident

Fri, 13 Jun 6pm

Event Cinemas George Street – Cinema 11
  • Program Strand
    First Nations Award
  • Year
    2025
  • Classification
    Unclassified 15+
  • Country
    New Zealand
  • Language
    In English and Māori with English subtitles
  • Director
    Ira Hetaraka
  • Producer
    Amanda Jane Robinson, Angela Cudd
  • Cast
    Pounamu Hetaraka, Te Arohanui Korewha, Ngatāi Hita
  • Screenwriter
    Ira Hetaraka
  • Cinematographer
    Raymond Edwards
  • Editor
    Sophie Coombs
  • Genre
    Women Directors, Women’s Stories, First Nations
  • Premiere
    Australian Premiere
  • Company Credits
    Festival Contact: Amanda Jane Robinson

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