The Whale Rider

Kahu should be next in line to be chief of her Maori tribe. But only male heirs can take the title. Her great-grandfather is blinded by tradition and sees no use for a girl. But Kahu will not be ignored. After all, she can communicate with whales - and she has a unique ally : the ancient whale rider himself. Can she embrace her destiny and become the next whale rider ? A magical, mystical story of Maori culture and destiny from acclaimed author Witi Ihimaera that inspired the award-winning film.