Temuera Morrison - From Once Were Warriors to Star Wars

Temuera Morrison - From Once Were Warriors to Star Wars

HOTA - Home of the Arts, 135, Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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Date & time

Saturday 6th February 2027

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Overview

From the unforgettable Jake Heke in Once Were Warriors to Jango Fett and Boba Fett in Star Wars, Temuera Morrison has forged an extraordinary career spanning Māori storytelling, Australian productions and some of the world’s biggest screen franchises, including Aquaman and Moana.

In this conversation, Morrison revisits the roles, films and experiences that have shaped his journey, reflecting on representing Māori identity on the global stage and navigating a career across cultures and continents.

Featuring clips, personal stories and audience questions, expect a candid and entertaining conversation filled with surprising detours, a few laughs and perhaps even a song.

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HOTA - Home of the Arts, 135, Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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Temuera Morrison - From Once Were Warriors to Star Wars

HOTA - Home of the Arts, 135, Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region. 
 
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.