THE MOUNTAIN is a heartfelt NZ family adventure about three children on a mission to find healing under the watchful eye of Taranaki Maunga (Mountain), and discover the magic of friendship along the way.
Sam, a fearless young girl raised outside of her Māori culture, is determined to fulfil her mission of connecting with her mountain in the hope that they can heal her from the cancer that she battles. Along the way, she meets some misfits and new kids in town – Mallory, hoping to find friends, any kind of friends – and Bronco who claims to be a runaway from his dad who is too busy to notice him. As they make their way through the difficult “off the beaten track” route, they learn the true spirit of adventure and the magic of friendship.
Marking the feature directorial debut of ubiquitous New Zealand actor Rachel House, THE MOUNTAIN, from the producers of Hunt for the Wilderpeople, is another brilliantly self-aware and uplifting new film from across the ditch that is sure to be embraced by audiences around the world with its universal message about nature, kids and our environment.
In June, every member of our movie club, ClubInk, receives an inseason double pass to THE MOUNTAIN. Find out about ClubInk, here.
In cinemas 27 June 2024
