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Movie Info

Release Date: January 22, 2016
Runtime: 101 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (7)
Genres:
Drama Adventure Comedy
Budget: $2,500,000
Revenue: $23,900,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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97%
Tomatometer
81
81/100
Metacritic
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7.7/10
TMDB
2,273 votes
7.8/10
IMDb
152,463 votes
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Hunt for the Wilderpeople

2016

"Nature's wild, their bond stronger than ever."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Wild Pork and Watercress? 🇪🇸 ES: A la caza de los ñumanos? 🇵🇹 PT: A Incrível Aventura de Rick Baker? 🇮🇹 IT: Selvaggi in fuga? 🇷🇴 RO: Pe urmele unor fugari All international titles (7) →

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 2/5
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Box Office

Budget: $2,500,000
Revenue: $23,900,000
Profit $21,400,000
ROI +856% (9.6x)

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Hunt for the Wilderpeople is directed by Taika Waititi .

Cast of Hunt for the Wilderpeople

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Crew & Production

Keywords

#based on novel or book 610 #coming of age 122 #dog 55 #countryside 27 #wilderness 15 #nature 11 #new zealand 5 #delinquent 3 #wild boar 3 #foster family 3

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Hunt for the Wilderpeople

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  • The film was shot primarily in the rugged landscapes of New Zealand, particularly in areas like the Fiordland National Park and the Otago region, which provided a stunning backdrop for the story's wilderness setting.

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  • During filming, the cast and crew encountered unpredictable weather conditions, which sometimes delayed shooting schedules and required quick adaptations to ensure continuity in the scenes.

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  • Sam Neill, who plays the role of the foster uncle, had a personal connection to the story as he grew up in New Zealand, giving him a unique perspective on the film's themes and setting.

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  • The film was directed by Taika Waititi, who is known for his distinctive comedic style and has also directed other notable films such as What We Do in the Shadows and Jojo Rabbit, showcasing his versatility in blending humor with deeper themes.

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  • In one scene, a character mistakenly refers to a dog as a 'cat', which was an intentional comedic choice meant to highlight the character's quirky nature and add to the film's humor.

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  • The soundtrack features a mix of original compositions and New Zealand folk music, enhancing the film's connection to its cultural roots and providing an authentic auditory experience of the setting.

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