Them's The Breaks
An issue based documentary
25 mins
A dramatised documentary based on the experiences of a group of young Maoir women in New Zealand. The film tells the story of four street kids' encounters with various government departments, institutions and figures of authority. these include Social Welfare, Labour, Justice, Education, Police and parents. The film was shot on location in Wellington, New Zealand, but the social issues it raises are common to any big city.
Melanie Read
Producer
Melanie Read
Editor
John MacDonald
Sound
Melanie Read
Director
I B Heller
Director of Photography