CinemaOSMovie · 2017 · 1h 42m

Aliko and Ambai

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Aliko & Ambai is a feature film about two young women facing the challenges of growing up in the beautiful Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The challenges are significant: tribal conflict, poverty, bullying, domestic violence,and forced marriage. Aliko struggles to complete her education and Ambai searches to escape her abusive home and reunite with her biological father. They navigate the many obstacles in their lives and endeavour to build brighter futures for themselves, supported by the strength of friendship.

Directed byMark Eby, Diane Anton

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 42m
Language
EN
Released
November 18, 2017
Budget
$29,250
Studios
Centre for Social and Creative Media

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Aliko & Ambai - GIFF 2018 Official Selection

Aliko & Ambai - GIFF 2018 Official Selection

Featuring

Cast & crew

8 credited
Starring

Moslyn Moses

Aliko

Venda Kakaso

Ambai

Paul Bebes

Ethan

Llane Munau

Llane Munau

Rose Tango

Diane Anton

Diane Anton

Ms Rizeloh

Lucy Sari

Smarti

Maggie Kondango

Aunt Mimi

Harry Koveso

Uncle Joe

Creative team
Directed by
Mark Eby
Diane Anton
Diane Anton
Written by
Diane Anton
Diane Anton
Jenno Kanagio
Produced by
Verena Thomas
Mark Eby

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