of Māori culture
EDITORIAL: The appropriation of Ka Mate is something that’s become far too familiar.
There was the bastardised routine performed in an Italian car commercial, and that bizarre gingerbread man haka.
Mostly, these are clear examples of cultural appropriation by foreign organisations looking to cash in on Māori culture.
Link to article and video: Unpacking homegrown appropriation of Māori culture | Stuff.co.nz
