Whetu Rere - The Sea Lion and the Comet

Director: Kat Baulu and Alastair Jamieson

New Zealand 2007

Screening times 2pm Sunday 17 May, 6pm Thursday 21 May & 6pm Tuesday 26 May (24 mins)

Best New Zealand Film

www.sealionfilm.co.nz

On New Zealand's Otago coast, the world's rarest species of sea lion is making a tentative comeback to the mainland. Just one female—'Mum'—is pioneering her species' historic return. Whetu Rere is a quietly told, poignant tale of Mum’s latest pup, whose grasp on life is tenuous and fragile. Locals and conservationists alike strive to care for the pup, but will their efforts be enough?

 

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