A Place To Stand 2002
In Peter Burger's poignant short film *A Place To Stand* (2002), veteran actor Wi Kuki Kaa delivers a heartfelt performance as Tiare, a Vietnam War veteran adrift in the chaos of post-war life.
Director: Peter Burger
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Place To Stand (2002) about?
*A Place To Stand* follows Tiare, a Vietnam veteran who copes with trauma by collecting discarded items on city streets. His life changes when his daughter and granddaughter visit him, gently urging him to return to his ancestral home, where he rediscovers his sense of identity and connection.
Who directed A Place To Stand?
Peter Burger directed *A Place To Stand* (2002), a short drama that highlights his skill in blending emotional depth with cultural storytelling.
Who stars in A Place To Stand?
The film features Grant Tilly, Wi Kuki Kaa, Nancy Brunning, Sydney Larkins, and Geoff Karena in pivotal roles.
Is A Place To Stand (2002) worth watching?
*A Place To Stand* is a short but powerful drama that resonates with themes of family, healing, and cultural identity. While lacking an IMDb rating, its intimate storytelling and strong performances make it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven films.
How long is A Place To Stand?
The film runs for 13 minutes.
About A Place To Stand (2002) — A War Veteran's Journey to Healing and Belonging
In Peter Burger's poignant short film *A Place To Stand* (2002), veteran actor Wi Kuki Kaa delivers a heartfelt performance as Tiare, a Vietnam War veteran adrift in the chaos of post-war life. Disconnected from his past and haunted by memories, Tiare wanders the city's streets, carrying the weight of his experiences in plastic bags filled with forgotten treasures. The 13-minute drama explores themes of displacement, healing, and the search for belonging, all set against the backdrop of a man struggling to reconnect with his roots. Nancy Brunning stars as his determined daughter, whose visit with her own child becomes the catalyst for Tiare's reluctant journey back to his ancestral home, where he rediscovers his *turangawaewae*—a Māori term for the place where one stands tall and finds peace.
Burger crafts a visually and emotionally rich portrait of family and redemption, blending war trauma with the quiet resilience of whānau (family). The film's intimate scale amplifies its emotional resonance, making *A Place To Stand* a moving tribute to the power of homecoming, even in the smallest of steps.