Hiding Behind The Green Screen (2010)
An innovative, experimental and creative documentary aimed at heightening awareness around the marijuana culture amongst youth in New Zealand. Four young men are given the opportunity to be mentored by two accomplished New Zealand musicians - Frances Kora from the band Kora and Rio Hemopo from the bands Trinity Roots and Fat Freddy's Drop. Together they embark on a journey of self-discovery where honest discussions are shared concerning the negative impact marijuana has had on their lives. The young men are challenged about their previous life choices and are encouraged to break free from drug addiction by realising their creative potential through their passion for music.
Primary Title
- Hiding Behind The Green Screen
Date Broadcast
- Friday 13 July 2012
Release Year
- 2010
Start Time
- 20 : 30
Duration
- 60:00
Channel
- Maori Television
Broadcaster
- Maori Television Service
Programme Description
- An innovative, experimental and creative documentary aimed at heightening awareness around the marijuana culture amongst youth in New Zealand. Four young men are given the opportunity to be mentored by two accomplished New Zealand musicians - Frances Kora from the band Kora and Rio Hemopo from the bands Trinity Roots and Fat Freddy's Drop. Together they embark on a journey of self-discovery where honest discussions are shared concerning the negative impact marijuana has had on their lives. The young men are challenged about their previous life choices and are encouraged to break free from drug addiction by realising their creative potential through their passion for music.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Television Vault
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
- Maori
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Subjects
- Teenagers--Substance use--New Zealand.
- Documentary films--New Zealand
Genres
- Documentary
- Drama
- Music
Contributors
- Paora Joseph (Director)
- Paora Joseph (Producer)
- Lani Hunt (Subject)
- Mark De Thierry (Subject)
- Waiata Healey (Subject)
- Danny Healey (Subject)
- Rio Hunuki-Hemopo (Musician)
- Francis Kora (Musician)
- Rongomai Productions (Production Unit)
Subjects
- Teenagers--Substance use--New Zealand.
- Documentary films--New Zealand