Naming Number Two (2006)
"No. 2" (original title)

A matriarch organizes a feast with her family, in which she will name her successor.

Director:

Toa Fraser

Writer:

Toa Fraser

Stars:

Ruby Dee, Mia Blake, Rene Naufahu

6 wins & 10 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ruby Dee	...	Nanna Maria
Mia Blake	...	Charlene
Rene Naufahu	...	Erasmus
Miriama McDowell	...	Hibiscus
Taungaroa Emile	...	Soul
Xavier Horan	...	Tyson
Tuva Novotny	...	Danish Maria
Antony Starr	...	Shelly
Tanea Heke	...	Aunty Cat
Nathaniel Lees	...	Uncle John
Pio Terei	...	Uncle Percy
Brandon Lakshman	...	Moses
Tayla-Lee Griffin	...	Nia
Joe Folau	...	Pule
Michelle Ang	...	Grace

Storyline

Living in Mt. Roskill, Auckland, Nana Maria struggles to get her grandchildren together for a traditional Fijian feast in which she means to name her successor as Matriarch. Film runs over about a 18 hour or so period of time.

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Plot Keywords:

matriarch | feast | family feud | family relationships | alcohol | 

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Taglines:

Nanna Maria's last feast may be her family's last hope.

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for thematic material, language, sensuality, brief violence and smoking

Details

Country:

New Zealand

Language:

English

Release Date:

16 February 2006 (New Zealand)

Also Known As:

Naming Number Two

Filming Locations:

Auckland, New Zealand

Box Office

Budget:

NZD 10,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$36,073 (New Zealand) (10 March 2006)

Gross:

$370,544 (New Zealand) (10 March 2006)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Numero Films Ltd.

Technical Specs

Runtime:

94 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital EX

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

"Intermezzo"
from Cavalleria Rusticana
by Christchurch Symphony Orchestra

User Reviews

A beautiful, moving story of family, cultural tradition and respect.

I had the opportunity to view this film at the Sundance Film Festival. It is a touching story of family ties, those that have been broken and attempts to bind them together again. This movie handles family conflict in an honest and realistic manner. Beyond the family struggles lies the tension of modern ways clashing with the strong cultural traditions of the South Pacific islanders. The film looks at how an indigenous group of people debate the mores of their ancestors. We are reminded that what binds us together is more than just rituals and customs. This film has a solid foundation in its direction. It reflects the quality of film making we are becoming accustomed to from New Zealand ala Whale Rider. The acting is from the heart, you will believe this ensemble is actually a family. It is beautifully shot and takes advantage of the characters' energy and emotion rather than relying on the natural beauty of the land. It is not to be missed.