The TEV Wahine was built at Govan in Scotland to operate as New Zealand’s Inter-island ferry. The ship was described as the “world’s finest passenger liner” and could accomodate 927 passengers. Less than two years later cyclone Giselle struck New Zealand – the most violent storm in the country’s history – the storm ravaged the country; ambulances on their way to emergencies were blown over - ships were sunk.. Sailing into the heart of Wellington Harbour – was the Wahine; with 610 passengers and 125 crew on board. The storm - with it’s 100 mph winds - hadn't been heading in the direction of the ship; but without warning it suddenly changed direction and as the ship sailed into the narrow and rocky harbour entrance - its full force took control of the ship from it’s captain. For two hours – in raging seas the anchors held .. they were keeping everyone on board alive. Too dangerous for rescue vessels – and the harbour was closed - heroic locals broke through the cordon – and as the ship suddenly keeledover in the violent storm – they took their tiny boats into the high seas to rescue survivors. A Titanic the world hasn’t heard about - this dramatric and moving story features original footage, reconstructions and amazing stories from survivors, rescuers and eye witnesses. One survivor emotionally breaks down and says 'I'm starting to re-live it all over again'. This film is a poignant re-telling of the Wahine story - mark the 40th anniversary of the tragedy.