Mārama

Set in 1859, this drama and horror film follows Mary Stevens, a young Māori woman who travels from New Zealand to North Yorkshire. After arriving at a manor in Northern England, she experiences haunting visions and uncovers a dark colonial history. The story centers on her discovery of a familial connection to the British aristocracy and her pursuit of vengeance against the man responsible for the destruction of her family.

Written and directed by Taratoa Stappard, the film features Ariāna Osborne in the lead role as Mary, alongside Toby Stephens as Nathaniel Cole. The supporting cast includes Umi Myers, Erroll Shand, Jordan Mooney, and Evelyn Towersy. A joint production between companies from Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and the United States, the movie has a runtime of 89 minutes. Since its release in April 2026, the film has received a rating of 6.4/10 on TMDB based on 41 votes.