The adult version of the film's central character, separated from her Māori family as a child and raised as May Parker. Ashamed of her heritage and depressed after a failed marriage, she becomes homeless before reuniting with Older Makareta and returning to the Pairama land with her cousin's body.
A GFS social worker whom Bunny takes hostage during the standoff in Thames. After learning about Bunny's abuse by her late husband, Trish recognizes that Bunny has been trying to protect her children and Tonyah. She arranges a phone conversation between Bunny and her children, shares tea and birthday cake with her, and helps bring the crisis toward a peaceful surrender.
Tanea Heke has 13 screen credits in a career dating back to 1995. Signature works include Cousins, Woman in Blue, Waru. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
