Starring an extraordinary NZ cast; Cliff Curtis (Whale Rider and Boy), James Rolleston (Boy) and Kirk Torrance (Outrageous Fortune) The Dark Horse is an inspiring true story based on the life of a charismatic, brilliant but little-known New Zealand Hero and Chess champion - Genesis Potini (Gen). The Dark Horse is a provocative, emotionally-charged and inspiring drama about a man who searches for the courage to lead, despite his own adversities - finding purpose and hope in passing on his gift to the children in his community.= It is a film about two lost souls finding the strength to carry on through each other's company - believing in themselves; even if no one else does.
James Rolleston stars in this Maori martial arts action film directed by Tao Fraser. Hongi (Rolleston), the son of a Maori tribal chief, seeks to avenge the members of his tribe after an ambush by a rival leaves the majority of them dead. In order to do this, Hongi must seek the help of the legendary Warrior (Lawrence Makoare), who rules over the nearby area known only as the 'Dead Lands'...
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