Abertoir Horror Festival 2025 2025 Line-Up Mārama

Mārama

  • + Q&A with Taratoa Stappard
  • UK Premiere

Presented by Ffilm Cymru Wales & Bulldozer Films

Sat 15 Nov 17:00

1859. When a young Māori woman is summoned from New Zealand to a north Yorkshire estate, she finds herself haunted by confusing visions. Far from home, she uncovers gruesome secrets and is compelled to confront the titled Englishman who harbours deep secrets.

With a searing central performance by Ariāna Osborne, Mārama is an inventive and effective twist on the gothic, bringing Aotearoa to the traditional English gothic milieu and holding up a furious lens to its colonial history.

Director Taratoa Stappard will join us after the screening for a Q&A session all about the film. The Q&A will be followed by a networking reception courtesy of Ffilm Cymru Wales and Bulldozer Films, the perfect opportunity to enjoy a complimentary drink whilst connecting with fellow filmmakers and creatives.

Director
Taratoa Stappard
Country
New Zealand
Language
English
Running time
89 mins
Year
2025