BUB & NEN

“Revered icons in the world of Maori performing arts as leaders of Auckland kapa haka group Te Waka Huia, Ngapo (Bub) and Pimia (Nen) Wehi remain humble people despite their astonishing achievements.

“BUB & NEN is the story of the love this couple share: for themselves and their culture. It is also about the love that they have passed on to their children, their grandchildren, and to the art of kapa haka.

“Documentary director Tainui Stephens, who became a member of Te Waka Huia in 1982, says the couple was to become an enormously important influence in his life. They were teachers and mentors for himself and many others who were on their own journeys of personal discovery.

“Stephens says he is always amazed by the artistry and creativity that the pair generates. They lead the cultural group with wisdom and love, and the calibre of the songs they write is incredible.

“He feels the main reason for the couple’s various successes is simply the fact that the two of them comprise a powerful team. Their shared passion for the Maori world drives and guides their life together." - Vanessa Horan; www.maoritelevision.com; 14/05/2007.