Uproar is a 2023 New Zealand coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by Paul Middleditch and Hamish Bennett, and starring Julian Dennison, Rhys Darby and Minnie Driver.

In 1981, teenager Josh Waaka lives with his widowed English-born mother Shirley and older brother Jamie in Dunedin.

Through local activist Samantha, Josh is reluctantly drawn into the growing anti-tour movement, which draws the support of several members of Dunedin's Māori community including her aunt Tui.

After Josh appears in the front page of the local newspaper, Principal Slane wants to expel him but backs down after Jamie threatens to resign as assistant coach.

Due to the grueling demands of the rugby season, Josh is forced to pull out of the drama club, causing him to miss a key audition.

Despite these pressures, Josh is still determined to pursue his acting dream and convinces Madigan to film an audition, drawing on the play Foreskin's Lament.

Principal Slane obstructs the Police investigation by claiming that the entire team attended a drinking party at Dennis' home.

Growing disenchanted with Slane's apathy towards injustice and oppression, Josh stages a sit-in during a crucial rugby match.

"[8] Cast member Julian Dennison, who is of mixed Ngāi Takoto and Pākehā/European New Zealander descent, said that he hoped that the film would help young Māori to embrace their culture.

[20] RogerEbert.com's review praised Dennison's work saying; "[he] brings his signature warmth, humor, and pathos for a singular and deeply affecting performance".