Finding Haka
Réalisation
James Louis HEDLEY
A cinematic journey to explore the intimate journey of a young Maori man and the ancient cultural traditions that drive the roots of rugby in New Zealand, discovering the passion, dedication and understanding it takes to perform the famous ritual.
Directed by
James Louis HEDLEY
Photography
Richard STEGMANN & Jack HOWARD
EDITING
James Louis HEDLEY & Lewis BALL
MUSIC
Vashti ANNA
SOUND
Colleen BRENNAN, Matua HOULTHAM & Grant FINLAY
Production
Surround Vision
Sky Immersive
Sky Immersive
Richard NOCKLES (Surround Vision)
Tara WATNEY (Surround Vision)
Kim WEBBY (Surround Vision)
Matthew MCCARTNEY (Sky Immersive)
Tara WATNEY (Surround Vision)
Kim WEBBY (Surround Vision)
Matthew MCCARTNEY (Sky Immersive)
Directed by
James Louis HEDLEY
An award-winning director and producer who specialises in documentary and factual content, commercial and digital. His style of storytelling within the XR arena has been described as “a masterclass in cinematic VR storytelling” and his focus is always to tell engaging and emotional, honest yet exciting stories. Making ‘Finding Haka’ was in his words “one of the best experiences of my life” and believes that “Immersive storytelling has an immense power to bring audiences closer to the subject and its characters". James credits his work to pioneer and veteran XR creative and executive producer Richard Nockles (Surround Vision), who helped exec produce ‘Finding Haka’ and has nurtured James’ talent as an XR storyteller for many years. James offers "a visceral journey into the beating heart of New Zealand's indigenous culture" and welcomes you to join in with the famously revered Maori haka.
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