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My Cyclone Gabrielle

9m

When Cyclone Gabrielle hit, it left a mark on us beyond the physical destruction. Four directors confront this impact on our worst-affected communities.

Made with the support of NZ On Air

4 episodes

Aftermath

Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together following the destruction caused by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Episode 1
9m

Lost & Found

A short film about the objects Muriwai residents took the night they had to evacuate from their homes.
Episode 2
10m

Lifeline

Ruatōria rallies to reach cut-off, isolated whanau, when Cyclone Gabrielle ruptures State Highway 35, their lifeline.
Episode 3
10m

River Memory

The marks left on Te Henga by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Episode 4
8m

Trailers & bonus video

My Cyclone Gabrielle

Four Kiwi filmmakers spend 72 hours in the life of devastating Cyclone Gabrielle, capturing the aftermath experienced by their own communities and themselves.
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