Mt. Zion (film)
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| Mt. Zion | |
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| Directed by | Tearepa Kahi |
| Written by | Tearepa Kahi |
| Produced by | Quinton Hita Christina Milligan |
| Starring | Stan Walker David Wikaira-Paul Darcey-Ray Flavell-Hudson Temuera Morrison Troy Kingi Miriama Smith |
| Cinematography | Fred Renata |
| Edited by | Paul Maxwell |
| Music by | Shane McLean Te Arepa Kahi Stan Walker |
Production company | Small Axe Films |
| Distributed by | NZ Film Commission/20th Century Fox Sony Music Australia |
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| Countries | New Zealand Australia |
| Languages | Māori English |
| Box office | $1.6 million[2] |
Mt. Zion is a 2013 New Zealand film written and directed by Tearepa Kahi, starring Stan Walker and Temuera Morrison.[3] This film marks the acting debut for singer Stan Walker. The world premiere of the film was held at the Event Cinema at Manukau on 4 February 2013.
Plot[edit]
Turei's family are hard-working potato farm workers in rural New Zealand. A talented musician, Turei dreams of his band being the support act for Bob Marley's 1979 tour. But it's a dream that challenges the traditions and values of his upbringing and will set him at odds with his family – particularly his father, a true man of the land.
Cast[edit]
- Stan Walker as Turei
- Temuera Morrison as Dad
- Miriama Smith as Layla
- Darcy Ray Flavell-Hudson
- Will Hall
- Kevin Kaukau as Booker
- Troy Kingi
- Graham Ryan
- David Wikaira-Paul
Production[edit]
The movie was filmed in Pukekohe.
Reception[edit]
Russell Baillie from New Zealand Herald gave the film 4/5 saying it is a smart, finely-observed, heartfelt drama of good humour and decent tunes against an authentic local setting. [4] Jake Wilson from Sydney Morning Herald gave it 1+1⁄2 stars saying the film doesn't have the charm or skill for a big feelgood success and 'Walker only relaxes when he sings'.[5]
Soundtrack[edit]
The soundtrack was released on 15 March 2013.[6]
Also included on the album are six original recordings from Small Axe (the fictional band depicted in the film), a host of reggae classics from 10cc, Peter Tosh, Third World, Jimmy Cliff, Toots and the Maytals, as well as hits from iconic Kiwi artists Prince Tui Teka, Max Merritt & The Meteors, and Herbs.
Track listing[edit]
- "Take It Easy" – Stan Walker
- "Mt Zion" – Small Axe
- "Heat Wave" – Small Axe
- "Dreadlock Holiday" – 10cc
- "(You Gotta Walk) Don't Look Back" – Peter Tosh
- "Now That We Found Love" – Third World
- "The Harder They Come" – Jimmy Cliff
- "Funky Kingston" – Toots and the Maytals
- "Marcus Garvey" – Burning Spear
- "I Can See Clearly Now" – Johnny Nash
- "Hoki Mai" – Prince Tui Teka
- "Soul Deep" – Small Axe
- "Lion Trail" – Small Axe featuring Troy Kingi
- "Maunga Hiona" – Small Axe featuring Che-fu
- "Azania (Soon Come)" – Herbs
- "I Need Your Love" – Golden Harvest
- "Slippin' Away" – Max Merritt & The Meteors
- "Army" – Small Axe
- "Basket" – Small Axe
Weekly charts[edit]
In New Zealand the album debuted at #11, before peaking at #1 on 18 February 2013.
| Chart (2013) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Singles Chart[7] | 1 |
References[edit]
- ^ "Stuff's Short Film Season: Taua". New Zealand Herald. 12 October 2012.
- ^ "Bob Marley's NZ film cameo: How did they do that?". New Zealand Herald.
- ^ New Zealand Herald [dead link]
- ^ "Movie review: Mt Zion - Entertainment News". The New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
- ^ "Mt Zion". 13 March 2013.
- ^ "JB Hi-Fi – Australia's Largest Home Entertainment Retailer".
- ^ "charts.org.nz - Soundtrack - Mt. Zion". charts.nz. Retrieved 3 May 2023.
