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From mesmerising to tragic: Doco filmmaker’s epic nine-year journey to…

Gladys HartsonJul 11, 2025

Hawaii-based Independent film maker Kimberlee Bassford decided she wanted to make a film about outspoken Samoan poet, writer and activist Sia Figiel when soon after she met her in 2016.

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REVIEW: Samoan author and poet’s struggle with mental health is…

Gladys HartsonJul 8, 2025

A new documentary chronicling the last nine years of murder-accused Samoan poet and author Sia Figiel makes for confronting viewing on many levels, says reporter Gladys Hartson

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Samoan Director’s new film traces Māori artist’s Te Reo Journey

Soana AholeleiMay 3, 2025

Samoan Ursula Grace Williams is a documentary film maker who is not afraid to step out of her comfort zone when it comes to telling a story, especially of Pasifika and Māori People. And that’s very much the case for her new documentary film which has been over four years in the making. Called ‘Ngā Ao E Rua - Two Worlds’, it follows Māori artist and performer Marlon Williams on his journey to write an album fully in te reo.

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Kiwi film Tinā opens with over $1M, resonating with audiences…

Antonia UtangaMar 7, 2025

New Zealand’s latest hit film, Tinā, has become a major success, earning over $1 million in its opening weekend and currently topping the box office with $1,324,529 in earnings and nearly 84,000 tickets sold.

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Celebrating cinema at the Tinā film premiere

Soana AholeleiFeb 17, 2025

A magical evening celebrating the premiere of Tinā! From the red carpet to the big screen, the night was filled with joy, talent, and unforgettable moments.

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