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Reel Tangata Films presents DNT

Genre

Documentary

Directed By

Darryl Nepinak

Date: Jan 2004
Length: 00:21:00
Process: Colour
Country: Canada
Language: English
Shooting Format: DV
Sound Format: Dialogue, Music

Synopsis

While in New Zealand, Director Darryl Nepinak brings back a short documentary about 5 young men living in the slums of Gisborne, New Zealand's east coast. Hip hop group Dee En Tee (Defining Natural Talent) tell the ins and outs of a hip hop groups' dreams of becoming a success. They share their stories about the difficulties of growing up in the 'hood,' teaching the younger brothers to stay positive and to avoid getting involved with the notorious gangs in New Zealand. See how a group can send a message through their emotional music. What inspires them? Who helped them? This is a great chance to listen and hear about life from our indigenous brothers of New Zealand. This documentary tells what they have to say from their views of the world.

Tags

hip hop, Indigenous, music, New Zealand, positive message, slums

Credits

Director
Darryl Nepinak
Producer
Darryl Nepinak
Writer
Darryl Nepinak, Drew Hill
Cinematographer
Darryl Nepinak
Editor
Drew Hill

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