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Saebyul Koata

Born May 29, 1999 · New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand (age 27)

Saebyul F. T. Koata is a Māori director, writer, actor, and producer whose work spans many genres but most notably horror and science fiction. Known most notably for the 2023 film The Wētā, created in collaboration with Hayden Smithie, they have a reputation for blending genre filmmaking with social consciousness and fun. Beyond cinema, Saebyul is recognised for their activism in support of Pales…

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Date CrashDate Crash · 2023
Date Crash
2023
MovieComedy
Petra drags her heartbroken flatmate, Yara, out of the house while she runs her errands. While delivering food, they run into a strange face, in an even stranger situation.
The WetaThe Weta
The Weta
MovieThrillerAdventure
Set in 1977, 'The Weta' is a spine-chilling creature concept short film that plunges viewers into the heart of the New Zealand wilderness with a group of adventurous teens.
Why I Stopped BabysittingWhy I Stopped Babysitting · 2023
Why I Stopped Babysitting
2023
MovieHorrorThriller
A 14 year old girl accepts a new babysitting job from a young family. Upon her arrival she gets a bad feeling which only worsens as the night goes on and leads to a fight for her life.

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