Sima Urale
Directing · Director
Active 1995–present · Awards: Pacific Contemporary Artist Award, Female Actor in a Supporting Role
Sima Urale is a New Zealand filmmaker. Her films explore social and political issues and have been screened worldwide. She is one of the few Polynesian film directors in the world with more than 15 years in the industry.
Filmography
The Legend of Johnny Lingo (2003) — HokuStill Life (2001) — DirectorCoffee and Allah (2007) — DirectorO Tamaiti (1997) — DirectorDuckrockers (2022) — DirectorOne Thousand Ropes (2017)Apron Strings (2008) — DirectorThe Tender Trap (2021) — DirectorSwimming Lessons (1995) — Social WorkerVelvet Dreams — DirectorHands of Fate (2024) — Director