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The incredibly raw, gritty, and heartfelt discussions tackle deep social issues, historical aspects of gang culture, while looking at all situations with the lens of hope and the realization that the power for change is always in the hands of the individual.
Having seen now that Genesis is capable of doing what is necessary to take care of his son, Ariki brings an end to Mana's foray into gang culture (Relationship Story Solution of Proven, Obstacle Character Solution of Ending).
The incredibly raw, gritty, and heartfelt discussions tackle deep social issues, historical aspects of gang culture, while looking at all situations with the lens of hope and the realization that the power for change is always in the hands of the individual.
Ariki and Mana feel themselves stuck in gang culture without a future to look forward to. Their depressed Universe defines them, and Ariki's declining physical condition forces Mana's rapid indoctrination. Family serves as the focal point for the Relationship Story Throughline.
Feb 21, 2017 · After being released from a mental hospital at the start of the narrative, Gen goes to the home of his brother Ariki (Wayne Hapi) and his fourteen-year-old nephew Mana (James Rolleston), where Ariki’s fellow gang members are frequent visitors.
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Apr 1, 2016 · Ariki is entrenched in Maori gang-culture, the house filled with scary-looking drunk tattooed guys who stare at Genesis with contempt. Genesis seeks out an old chess buddy, who runs an after-school chess club for local kids and offers his services as a coach.
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May 4, 2016 · When Gen’s nephew, Mana (James Rolleston) becomes interested in his work with the Eastern Knights, Mana wants to join them. He sees how devoted his uncle is to the kids but Ariki already has plans for his son, wanting him to be inducted into the gang.
