Kino Post Production

Ezak Smith | Film

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Overview

We're raising funds to complete post-production on Kino, a powerful short film set to begin shooting in Kirikiriroa-Hamilton in 2025. This project tackles a deeply important kaupapa: the devastating impact of drugs—particularly methamphetamine on Pasifika & Māori communities.

Kino (meaning "bad" in te reo Māori) is a gritty drama that follows a gang of Pasifika & Māori youth caught up in the meth scene. At the heart of the story is Ruthless, a young Māori gang leader who unexpectedly reconnects with his estranged father, a man now battling addiction, looking to buy drugs from his own son.

While Kino shines a light on the harsh realities of the drug world its darkness, pain, and consequences it also holds space for hope, healing, and whānau reconnection. It’s a story about choices, consequences, and the small moments that can change everything.

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  • Smith Whanau

    Go hard boy from the whanau

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  • Susanna Jones

    Good luck with production of your film! All the best xo

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  • James Te Whaiti

    All the best cuzzy, you the next great film maker outta Aotearoa. ❤️

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