The Raid (2022)

Serve or protect?

The Raid (2022) poster

Inspired by actual events, MURU is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who must choose between duty to his badge or his people, when the Government invoke antiterrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. This gripping action drama is not a re-creation, but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.

Director: Tearepa Kahi
Genre: Drama, Action
Runtime: 104 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Mahuia Bridgman-Cooper
Cinematography: Fred Renata
Editing: John Gilbert
Production: Jawbone Pictures, Wheke Group Limited, Te Māngai Pāho
Country: New Zealand
Language: English, Maori
Original Language: mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Raid about?
Inspired by actual events, MURU is the story of a local Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tāwharau, who must choose between duty to his badge or his people, when the Government invoke antiterrorism powers to launch an armed raid on Taffy’s remote Urewera community, on a school day. This gripping action drama is not a re-creation, but a response to the 2007 Tūhoe raids. MURU is a Māori concept for 'forgiveness’.
Who directed The Raid?
The Raid was directed by Tearepa Kahi.
Who stars in The Raid?
The Raid stars Cliff Curtis, Jay Ryan, Manu Bennett, Simone Kessell, Poroaki Merritt-McDonald, Roimata Fox.
How long is The Raid?
The Raid has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).
What genre is The Raid?
The Raid is a Drama, Action film.
Where was The Raid produced?
The Raid was produced in New Zealand.