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Maria Makarena Owen (born 22 July 1962), known professionally as Rena Owen, is a New Zealand actress in theatre, television and film. Owen is best known for her leading role as Beth Heke in Lee Tamahori's Once Were Warriors and as Taun We in George Lucas's Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones.
Rena Owen is a New Zealand actress who has worked with George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. She is best known for her roles in Once Were Warriors, Star Wars and The Straits.
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- Bay of Islands, New Zealand
Rena Owen. “Rena Owen is the pre-eminent cinema actress of her generation” Lindsay Shelton-NZ Film Commission. Owen became one of New Zealand’s most successful and recognizable Actors on the international film platform following her performance as Beth Heke in Once Were Warriors, New Zealand’s most successful film to date.
Learn more about Rena Owen, a versatile and award-winning actress who starred in Once Were Warriors, The Dead Lands, and Star Wars. See her photos, videos, and personal message on her website.
Rena Owen plays 'older Whina' in the new biopic about Dame Whina Cooper's life, Whina. Photo / Jen Raoult. When hearing Owen's life story, it would almost appear as if...
Mar 5, 2021 · The New Zealand actor talks about the challenges and rewards of portraying the 80-year-old activist who led a land march for indigenous rights in 1975. She also shares her personal connection to the role and the filming experience during the pandemic.
Oct 31, 2023 · Rena Owen is best known for her pivotal role as Beth Heke in Lee Tamahori’s iconic film ‘Once Were Warriors’ where her compelling performance earned her countless awards and nominations, locally and internationally.
