Ursula Grace Williams
Ursula Grace Williams is a talented director of Samoan descent known for her sensitive and nuanced storytelling. She gained attention recently for her documentary 'Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds,' which explores the journey of New Zealand musician Marlon Williams as he navigates his dual identity. Williams' initial reservations about the project were overcome as she built trust with him, resulting in a film that captures both the beauty and vulnerability of his experiences. Ursula's work has been praised for its artistic quality and the depth it brings to contemporary narratives in New Zealand.
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Ursula Grace Williams directed the film about Marlon Williams' reo Māori album.
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Ursula Grace-Williams directed Marlon Williams' documentary, Ngā Ao E Rua - Two Worlds.
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Ursula Grace Williams is the director of the documentary Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds, who initially had reservations about filming with Marlon.
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