Taika Waititi
Taika Cohen ( * 1975 in Wellington, Taika Waititi also ) is a New Zealand actor and film director. He became known for his short films.
His short film " Two Cars, One Night " has won numerous film awards and was nominated for an Oscar. In 2005 he received the Berlinale, the Special Jury Award for the film " Tama tu".
Taika Cohen is of Maori origin. In addition to his work as an actor, director and screenwriter, he is also active as a comedian, painter, photographer and musician.
Filmography (selection)
- 2003: Two Cars, One Night
- 2004: Toy Boy
- 2004: Heineous Crime
- 2005: Tama tu
- 2007: Eagle vs Shark - Love at New Zealand
- 2010: Boy