Tongan Ark (2012)
Tongan Ark
A film for the senses as much as the mind, this lyrical documentary records the last years of Professor Futa Helu and his miraculous ‘Atenisi Institute, an unconventional and independent Oceanic school. Ancient Greek philosophy, opera and Tongan culture combine in this portrait of a teacher, navigating his people through crisis in a small but hearty island kingdom.
Director: Paul Janman
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 68 min
Release Date: August 4, 2012
Cast
- Futa Helu - Self
- 'Atolomake Helu - Self
- Sisi'uno Helu - Self
- Kik Velt - Self
- M.G. Horowitz - Self
- 'Opeti Taliai - Self
Music: Anna Rice
Editing: Malcolm Clarke, Paul Janman
Production: Public Films Inc.
Country: New Zealand, Tonga
Language: English, Tonga
Original Language: en
Keywords
tongan, tongan ark, futa helu, atenisi, atenisi university
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tongan Ark about?
- A film for the senses as much as the mind, this lyrical documentary records the last years of Professor Futa Helu and his miraculous ‘Atenisi Institute, an unconventional and independent Oceanic school. Ancient Greek philosophy, opera and Tongan culture combine in this portrait of a teacher, navigating his people through crisis in a small but hearty island kingdom.
- Who directed Tongan Ark?
- Tongan Ark was directed by Paul Janman.
- Who stars in Tongan Ark?
- Tongan Ark stars Futa Helu, 'Atolomake Helu, Sisi'uno Helu, Kik Velt, M.G. Horowitz, 'Opeti Taliai.
- How long is Tongan Ark?
- Tongan Ark has a runtime of 1h 8m (68 minutes).
- What genre is Tongan Ark?
- Tongan Ark is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Tongan Ark produced?
- Tongan Ark was produced in New Zealand, Tonga.