Esther Mauga

Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Maria

In the face of her mother’s absence and her father’s alcoholism, 12 year old girl, Küī, rises above her age, caring for her brothers and confronting life’s harsh realities. Inspired by a true story.

Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role

Short-film about a Māori boy who has a secret desire to be a drag queen and his inability to talk to his father.