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How the kiwi lost his wings

Aotearoa / New Zealand, 1980
film

Animated adaptation of a Maori legend about the kiwi and other birds of the forest. Story by Alwyn Owen and told by Peter Gwynne. Suitable for middle and uppe..

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Why the emu cannot fly

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The Feathers of peace [Widescreen]

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