“Die Another Day” director Lee Tamahori has died over three decades after he broke through with the acclaimed Māori crime drama “Once Were Warriors.” He was 75.

The New Zealander suffered from Parkinson’s disease and died at home surrounded by loved ones , including “long-time love Justine,” his four “beloved children” and daughter-in-laws, and his grandchild, his family confirmed in a statement to Radio New Zealand.

“His legacy endures with his whānau, his mokoupna, every filmmaker he inspired, every boundary he broke, and every story he told with his genius eye and honest heart,” read the statement. “A charismatic leader and fierce creative spirit, Lee championed Māori talent both on and off screen.”

Tamahori first stepped behind the camera for his 1989 short film “Thunderbox” befor

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