Aliko and Ambai (2017)
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.
Director: Diane Anton, Mark Eby
Genre: Drama, Family
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date: November 18, 2017
Cast
- Moslyn Moses - Aliko
- Venda Kakaso - Ambai
- Paul Bebes - Ethan
- Llane Munau - Rose Tango
- Diane Anton - Ms Rizeloh
- Lucy Sari - Smarti
- Maggie Kondango - Aunt Mimi
- Harry Koveso - Uncle Joe
Screenplay
- Jenno Kanagio (Screenplay)
- Diane Anton
Production: Centre for Social and Creative Media
Country: Papua New Guinea
Language: English
Budget: $29,250
Original Language: en
Themes
Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds, Teacher's Inspiration and Path to Success, Teacher-Student Relationship, Social Commentary and Reflection
Keywords
education, cultural, papua new guinea, social issues
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Aliko and Ambai about?
- 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.
- Who directed Aliko and Ambai?
- Aliko and Ambai was directed by Diane Anton, Mark Eby.
- Who stars in Aliko and Ambai?
- Aliko and Ambai stars Moslyn Moses, Venda Kakaso, Paul Bebes, Llane Munau, Diane Anton, Lucy Sari.
- How long is Aliko and Ambai?
- Aliko and Ambai has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- What genre is Aliko and Ambai?
- Aliko and Ambai is a Drama, Family film.
- What is the budget of Aliko and Ambai?
- Aliko and Ambai had a budget of $29,250.
- Where was Aliko and Ambai produced?
- Aliko and Ambai was produced in Papua New Guinea.
- What are the themes of Aliko and Ambai?
- The themes of Aliko and Ambai include: Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds, Teacher's Inspiration and Path to Success, Teacher-Student Relationship, Social Commentary and Reflection.