Julian Dennison

Personal context

Summary

Julian Dennison is a New Zealand actor of Māori descent known for Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Deadpool 2, Godzilla vs. Kong, and Uproar. His work includes comedy and coming-of-age stories, and he has spoken about connecting with Māori culture and the experience of feeling out of place. In interviews, he has repeatedly called for Indigenous people and stories to have a stronger voice in film, saying the industry still has room to improve. No public party campaigning, DEI roles, or broader activist affiliations are on record.