Cinetrā
Cinetrā
Cinetrā
There are two types of Tongan; a laughing Tongan, and a crying Tongan.
The church of Tonga demands donations, especially from those who have left the country. This personal documentary follows the family of Saia Mafile’o who, decades after moving to New Zealand, still dedicates his life and money entirely to his homeland.
Seattle International Film Festival 2019
Cast: Crown Prince Tupouto'a 'Ulukalala, Elizabeth Mafile'o, Vea Mafile'o, Emily Mafile'O, Fiona Mafile'o, Robert Mafile'o, Saia Mafile'o, 'Akilisi Pohiva, Princess Salote Mafile'o Pilolevu Tuita, King Tupou V
Writers: Vea Mafile'o (Writer), Jeremiah Tauamiti (Writer)
Cinematographer: Jeremiah Tauamiti, Jeremiah Tauamiti
Editor: Margot Francis
Sound Designer: Dick Reade
Composer: Briar Prastiti, David Long
Producers: Sandra Kailahi, Vea Mafile'o, Brian Holland
Production: Malosi Pictures, Paper Run Productions, Rialto International
