Indigenous Pacific Collection
Beamafilm
Explore the diverse narratives of Pacific Indigenous cultures through this compelling collection of films. From the mother's role in preserving Papua New Guinea traditions in "Mothers of Mindima" to a portmanteau feature film by 9 female Pacific filmmakers and filmed on seven Pacific islands in "Vai," these works offer unique insights into the region's rich heritage and contemporary challenges. Experience an international exhibition of Maori canoes 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 explorations such as "Spice Islands Adventure," providing a multifaceted view of Pacific Island life, politics, and traditions.
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A portmanteau feature film by 9 female Pacific filmmakers and filmed on seven Pacific islands. It is about the journey of empowerment through culture over the lifetime of one woman, Vai.
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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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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Biopic about Whina Cooper, an activist who worked tirelessly to improve the lives of fellow Māori women.
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...
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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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Whetū Mārama: Bright Star is the story of Sir Hekenukumai Ngaiwi Puhipi, aka Hek Busby, and his significance for Māori in rekindling their wayfinding DNA and for all New Zealanders in reclaiming our place as traditional star voyagers on the world map.
Discover the new power in the faces of the Pacific. Journey through nine island nations to trace a decade of struggle by the peoples of the South Pacific to declare their region nuclear-free.
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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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Farmers struggle for compensation after an oil spill.
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What is the solution to overfishing? Small-scale, ethically conscious fishing is typically seen as no longer financially viable. But Nate Smith’s Aotearoa New Zealand-based Gravity Fishing business is directly tackling the effects of overfishing.
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A documentary exploring the battle over public education in New Zealand from the 1980s through the 1990s.
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Terrance Wallace helps minority teens in New Zealand create educational and personal success through a pioneering scheme that gives them access to influential schools.
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There is a new generation of warriors on Palm Island.
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Pacific Studies,Indigenous,Film,Cultural Studies,Social Commentary,Environmental Health,Political Economy,Media,Nature & Environment,Identity Studies