Marlon Williams: Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds weaves together the various strands of Marlon’s experience – musician, actor, son, friend, and student of Te Reo Māori among them – as he reflects on his career so far and the challenges and pleasures of articulating his worldview in Te Reo Māori. The change of language casts a new and revealing light on Marlon and his creative process, while also acting as a catalyst for Marlon to reflect on love, music, and life – and what he wants from his. Marlon’s journey is situated within the bicultural context of Aotearoa New Zealand at what is a tense moment in the nation’s history.
RNZ – “The story is naturally crafted, with Marlon’s journey seamlessly interwoven – and it’s beautifully filmed. The colour grading, camera work, and editing are brilliant – reason enough to go and watch.” (full review here)
The Spinoff – “Don’t be fooled by the light touch of the filmmaker, or Williams goofing around with a punching bag: this is a brave, essential, and joyous film that couldn’t have arrived at a better time. Much more than another music documentary, it feels like quietly witnessing a piece of history.” (full review here)
