Ralph Hotere (1974)
Directed by Sam Pillsbury, this 1974 film observes Ralph Hotere — one of New Zealand’s greatest artists — at a moment when excitement is gathering about his work. Lauded as a “classic” by Ian Wedde, the documentary is framed around the execution of a watershed piece: a large mural Hotere was commissioned to paint for Hamilton’s Founders Theatre. Interviews with friends and associates — poets Hone Tuwhare and Bill Manhire, art critics, officials and dealers — are intercut with fascinating shots of Hotere working (including making art by photocopying or 'xerography').
Director: Sam Pillsbury
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Hone Tuwhare as Self |
| Sound | Jack Body | Music |
| Directing | Sam Pillsbury | Director |
| Crew | Lynton Diggle | Cinematography |
| Production | David H. Fowler | Producer |
| Editing | Sam Pillsbury | Editor |
| Sound | Brian Shennan | Sound |