Taniwha
Released just last year. Taniwha is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Jack Jordan. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lokota Kayn, Chaydon Jay, and Rachel House
Synopsis
Tama, a young Māori boy, finds himself in a magical forest filled with cheeky spirits and thundering gods. He is welcomed by a group of carefree teens who guide him through their world of fun and adventure, promising a life of freedom as long as he follows the one rule: don’t go near the water for risk of being taken by the Taniwha.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 7, 2025
2 months ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
Budget
$2K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,000
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taniwha about?
Tama, a young Māori boy, finds himself in a magical forest filled with cheeky spirits and thundering gods. He is welcomed by a group of carefree teens who guide him through their world of fun an...
Who directed Taniwha?
Taniwha was directed by Jack Jordan.
How long is Taniwha?
Taniwha has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was Taniwha released?
Taniwha was released on November 7, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Taniwha?
The main cast of Taniwha includes Lokota Kayn, Chaydon Jay, Rachel House, Josh Tangira, Estelle Saunders.