A Quote by Taika Waititi

New Zealand was kind of getting a reputation for making middle-of-the-road films that weren't really that unique. They were kind of New Zealand versions of overseas films, and for sure, having an Oscar nomination totally helped me get funding.

Taika Waititi

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Taika Waititi
New Zealander - Director
Born: August 16, 1975

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