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Marama: Maori Gothic Film Premieres at TIFF 2025

7/28/2025

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Marama, a captivating Maori gothic film by debut director Taratoa Stappard, is set to enchant audiences at the Toronto International Film Festival from September 4-14, 2025. This poignant tale unfolds in Victorian-era North Yorkshire, as a young Maori woman embarks on a powerful journey of self-discovery and identity. Supported by the New Zealand Film Commission, it shines in TIFF's Discovery programme, celebrating fresh cinematic talent.

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Story summary

Marama, a captivating Maori gothic film by debut director Taratoa Stappard, is set to enchant audiences at the Toronto International Film Festival from September 4-14, 2025. This poignant tale unfolds in Victorian-era North Yorkshire, as a young Maori woman embarks on a powerful journey of self-discovery and identity. Supported by the New Zealand Film Commission, it shines in TIFF's Discovery programme, celebrating fresh cinematic talent.