Tavake

Tavake

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Tavake

2006

0h 15m

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Drama

Overview

Set in the Kingdom of Tonga (South Pacific Islands), this film looks at the influence and encroachment of western culture as shown in the relationship of a young man and his traditional father.

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9 featured cast members

Starring

William Guttenbeil

Tavake

Opeti Mahina

Mohokoi

Folau Kaitapu

Mother

Soane Paulo Po'oi

Friend 1

Ofa Liongitau

Friend 2

Hepoto Pasikala

Market Man

Ilaisa Helu

Kava Man 1

Poi Tonga Vea

Kava Man 2

Makalita Kalavi

Girl at Kava

Creative team

Directed by: Paul Stoll
Written by: Sarah Del Seronde

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