Maasai Remix (2019)

Three Parakuyo Maasai individuals are creating solutions to problems facing their community by drawing strength from local traditions

Maasai Remix (2019) poster

Maasai Remix follows three Maasai individuals who—in the United Nations, a Tanzanian village, an American university—confront challenges to their community by drawing strength from local traditions, modifying them when necessary, and melding them with new resources. Adam Mwarabu advocates for Maasai pastoralists rights to land in international political spheres. Evalyne Leng’arwa pursues a college education in the USA, having convinced her father to return 12 cows to a man contracted to marry her. Frank Kaipai, the village chairman, faces opposition as he promotes secondary school education and tries to save the village forest. Sharing a goal of Maasai self-determination in an ever-changing world, Adam, Evalyne and Frank innovate while maintaining an abiding respect and love for their culture.

Director: Kelly Askew, Ron Mulvihill
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 67 min
Release Date:
Cinematography: Ron Mulvihill
Production: Porter Pictures, Gris-Gris Films Inc.
Country: Tanzania, United States of America
Language: English, Kiswahili
Original Language: en

Keywords

tanzania, maasai

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maasai Remix about?
Maasai Remix follows three Maasai individuals who—in the United Nations, a Tanzanian village, an American university—confront challenges to their community by drawing strength from local traditions, modifying them when necessary, and melding them with new resources. Adam Mwarabu advocates for Maasai pastoralists rights to land in international political spheres. Evalyne Leng’arwa pursues a college education in the USA, having convinced her father to return 12 cows to a man contracted to marry her. Frank Kaipai, the village chairman, faces opposition as he promotes secondary school education and tries to save the village forest. Sharing a goal of Maasai self-determination in an ever-changing world, Adam, Evalyne and Frank innovate while maintaining an abiding respect and love for their culture.
Who directed Maasai Remix?
Maasai Remix was directed by Kelly Askew, Ron Mulvihill.
How long is Maasai Remix?
Maasai Remix has a runtime of 1h 7m (67 minutes).
What genre is Maasai Remix?
Maasai Remix is a Documentary film.
Where was Maasai Remix produced?
Maasai Remix was produced in Tanzania, United States of America.