Kingpin (1985 film)

Kingpin is a 1985 New Zealand drama film directed by Mike Walker. It was filmed at and inspired by the residents of Kohitere Boys Training Centre in Levin, New Zealand, it follows a group of teens who are wards of the state. Mike Walker co-wrote the script with Mitchell Manuel (who also played the part of Rikihana Nathan). It was entered into the 14th Moscow International Film Festival.

Cast

 * Junior Amiga as Willie Hoto
 * Nicholas Rogers as Karl Stevens
 * Judy McIntosh as Alison Eastwood (as Judith McIntosh)
 * Jim Moriarty as Mike Herewini
 * Terence Cooper as Dave Adams
 * Peter McCauley as Paul Jeffries
 * Wi Kuki Kaa as Mr Nathan
 * Kevin J. Wilson as Len Crawford