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Indigenous Pacific Collection

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Explore the diverse narratives of Pacific Indigenous cultures through this compelling collection of films. From the intimate portrayal of motherhood in "Mothers of Mindima" to the groundbreaking journalism in "Breaking the News," these works offer unique insights into the region's rich heritage and contemporary challenges. Experience the cultural revival in "Te Hono ki Aotearoa" and witness environmental innovation in "The Solar Nation of Tokelau". The collection spans various genres, including documentaries like "Strange Birds in Paradise" and historical explorations such as "Spice Islands Adventure," providing a multifaceted view of Pacific Island life, politics, and traditions. The Indigenous Pacific Collection is available for unlimited streaming to academic libraries with flexible licensing options: • 1-year license: AUD$1195 | USD$750 • 2-year license: AUD$1990 | USD$1350 • 3-year license: AUD$3200 | USD$1950 Please call or email our marketing team for customised pricing or multi-library access options tailored to your institution’s needs: Beamafilm Sales and Marketing Team | marketing@beamafilm.com |+612 9362 8731

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Thousands gather to showcase their traditional costumes and celebrate every culture of Papua New Guinea at the annual 2-day Mount Hagen Show.
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1 h 23 mins
A Tongan hunter ventures out from his village to discover the ways of the world.
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1 h 15 mins
While the Indonesian army continues to dominate the indigenous inhabitants of West Papua, three friends gather in Melbourne to record outlawed folk songs with renowned Australian rock musicologist David Bridie.

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'Breaking the News' gets behind the scenes of news and current affairs reportage in Timor-Leste to challenge those who think a free press automatically comes with independence.
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The documentary tells the story of how the small New Zealand territory of Tokelau switched its power supply to 100% solar energy.
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A request from Holland's National Museum of Ethnology to acquire a Māori war canoe (waka taua) as a permanent exhibit resulted in master builder Hector Busby being commissioned to craft one.
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1 h 11 mins
This artful documentary turns the camera on photographer Ans Westra, a Dutch Emigree, who has captured New Zealand life in a series of iconic images.
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1 h 50 mins
Operation 8: Deep in the Forest examines the so-called 'anti-terror' raids that took place around New Zealand on October 15, 2007 - asking how and why they took place and at what cost to those targeted.

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The 10-member crew of Waitpinga sail north of Darwin in a homemade boat to meet the famous dancers of the Tiwi Islands en route to the Spice Islands. From the islands of Tanimbar, they sail to Aru, home of the legendary Birds of Paradise, and on to the Kei and...
Pacific Studies,Indigenous,Film,Cultural Studies,Social Commentary,Environmental Health,Political Economy,Media,Nature & Environment,Identity Studies