'' 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 . It was directed by Mike Walker , who 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
14th Moscow International Film Festival
14th Moscow International Film Festival
Kingpin (1985 film)