this film be a chill view of how new zealand could be if rule by a totalitarian oppressive government and like so many other country around the world . it focus primarily on one character name smith ( play by the now famous sam neil ) . the direction be excellect thanks to the talent of roger donaldson ( dantes peak ) . but if you read those name and expect a big budget and action packed and thriller your out of luck and it be make back in 1977 when they be starve artist . this may not appeal to those unfamiliar with new zealand and but it worth a look if you like well script well acted emotional movie .