jlandreasen As a youth reading spaghetti westerns and every louis lamour novel, it was easy to dream of and romanticize what it would be like to live the life of a real cowboy. To actually live them is much harder. This way of life offers an inciteful view into one families way of life. The trials and joys that come from riding and working. The freedom of a child loping across the plains with the wind blowing in his hair. The sacrifices that come from such a lifestyle and everything in between. Rarely has such a film caused such personal reflection and a desire to revert back to my childhood and my days on the ranch in Wyoming. Growing up in the US and spending several years in NZ, it's interesting to see the differences and similarities of the culture from the otherside of the world. While 'This Way of Life' presents a beautiful way of life, it is not without its difficulties and they are fairly represented in the film. Their way of life is great, but its never represented as the right way of life. Definitely an enjoyable film and one that your guaranteed to reflect back on after you leave it.

film1975 One of the best documentaries ever made. You cannot help but fall in love with this family, and not for one second do you ever feel "sorry" for them... even in their hardest times. in fact, you find yourself envying their "way of life" and wanting to somehow be a part of it. Everyone can learn from this film - it's truly humbling. Some of the scenes are so gorgeously candid and heartfelt, you feel like you're in New Zealand with them. Peter is a role model for all men across the world. I am so incredibly happy I stumbled across this doc @ an IDA screening in Hollywood. I was one of 3 people in the theater and it's a shame. Spread the word! "This Way of Life" is 2011 Oscar MATERIAL!!!!! I would be sorely disappointed if it does not get a nomination at the very least.

happy-hippy Simply the best movie with the best message i've ever seen!the family is beautiful, The filming is spectacular. Everything is real and it teaches you to be a better person. It helps you to appreciate the simple things in life. It shows how there's no better way to live than naturally.All of the characters are as amazing as they are because they're not afraid to open their hearts.Seeing the children grow up and learn from their parents is inspiring to make you be a good parent too. There seems to be no hate in their hearts, only forgiveness and love.

Marama Mauga One of the best movies I have ever seen. To see all those beautiful horses and Mr Karena galloping along the beach gave me the wanting of returning home. Having such a large family providing them with the necessities of life and teaching the children how to live off what God had provided in the beginning. It astounded me how the children made do with what they have, you don't need the flash cars or houses to live a fulfilling life the basic necessities are all that matters and yet to see them tormented by the ones they love, it broke me to tears but no matter what was thrown at them, they still forgave them. What a silly man his dad is, I do hope he watches this and then he'll see how much his son still loves him no matter what. I loved watching the horses and how he started to build his little tourism business in the bushes. Seeing how they became homeless and now into a home of their own was priceless. The whole movie gave a powerful message and left me with an attitude to look at myself and the way I perceive my life. What a humble family who has a Christ like attitude towards life. Thank you. very moving indeed.