Maori

The Maori Tribe of New Zealand are a tribe who share lands with the settlers descended from the English. Over 25%

of New Zealand's population are descended from this tribe. Their language is still alive and is official along with English and New Zealand Sign Language. 2

Maori in the Movies
Several members of the Maori participated in Peter Jackson's movies, "The Fellowship of the Ring," "The Two Towers," and "The Return of the King." None played a large role. Lawrence Makoare (a Maori) played Lurtz, Gothmog the Orc, and the Witch King of Angmar. Maori also played some of the Uruk-Hai, Orcs, Haradrim, Soldiers of Gondor, and Riders of Rohan.

Maori and the Druedain

Some think the Druedain Tribes of the Druedan Forest are inspired by the Maori. They could also be inspired by the African, Indian (from India), Native American, and Gypsy cultures. They are probably a mixture of all.