The Man on the Island (2020)

The story of one man, and one tiny island

Documentary The Man on the Island is a character study of Colin McLaren, a highly quotable 77-year-old who in the 1970s moved to Rakino, a tiny island in the Hauraki Gulf. McLaren opens up to director (and sometime neighbour) Simon Mark-Brown about his life and inspirations — plus his decision to live off the grid, only venturing back to Auckland to replenish vital supplies. Mark-Brown partially shot the documentary during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown, and its theme of self-isolation is especially resonant in pandemic times. Mark-Brown's CV includes feature The Catch and wine documentary A Seat at the Table.

Director: Simon Mark-Brown
Genre: Documentary
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Production: Republic Films
Country: New Zealand
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Man on the Island about?
Documentary The Man on the Island is a character study of Colin McLaren, a highly quotable 77-year-old who in the 1970s moved to Rakino, a tiny island in the Hauraki Gulf. McLaren opens up to director (and sometime neighbour) Simon Mark-Brown about his life and inspirations — plus his decision to live off the grid, only venturing back to Auckland to replenish vital supplies. Mark-Brown partially shot the documentary during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown, and its theme of self-isolation is especially resonant in pandemic times. Mark-Brown's CV includes feature The Catch and wine documentary A Seat at the Table.
Who directed The Man on the Island?
The Man on the Island was directed by Simon Mark-Brown.
Who stars in The Man on the Island?
The Man on the Island stars Colin McLaren.
What genre is The Man on the Island?
The Man on the Island is a Documentary film.
Where was The Man on the Island produced?
The Man on the Island was produced in New Zealand.