Monica in the South Seas
Synopsis
Finnish filmmaker and artist Sami van Ingen is a great-grandson of documentary pioneer Robert Flaherty, and seemingly the sole member of the family with a hands-on interest in continuing the directing legacy. Among the materials he found in the estate of Robert and Frances Flaherty’s daughter Monica were the film reels and video tapes detailing several years of work on realising her lifelong dream project: a sound version of her parents’ 1926 docu-fiction axiom, Moana: A Romance of the Golden Age.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
International Film Festival Rotterdam
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sami van Ingen, Mika Taanila
- Screenplay & Story
- Sami van Ingen, Mika Taanila
- Original Title
- Monica in the South Seas
- Country of Origin
- Finland
- Spoken Languages
- English, Samoan
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Elokuvayhtiö Testifilmi
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sami van Ingen, Mika Taanila
Sami van Ingen, Mika Taanila
Mika Taanila
Jussi Eerola
Department Leadership Roster
Sami van Ingen
Director
Mika Taanila
Director
Jussi Eerola
Producer
Sami van Ingen
Screenplay
Mika Taanila
Screenplay
Mika Taanila
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monica in the South Seas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Monica in the South Seas about?
Finnish filmmaker and artist Sami van Ingen is a great-grandson of documentary pioneer Robert Flaherty, and seemingly the sole member of the family with a hands-on interest in continuing the directing legacy. Among the materials he found in the estate of Robert and Frances Flaherty’s daughter Monica were the film reels and video tapes detailing several years of work on realising her lifelong dream project: a sound version of her parents’ 1926 docu-fiction axiom, Moana: A Romance of the Golden Age.
Who directed Monica in the South Seas?
Monica in the South Seas was directed by Sami van Ingen, Mika Taanila.
Who stars in Monica in the South Seas?
The principal cast of Monica in the South Seas includes Monica Flaherty, Robert Flaherty, Frances H. Flaherty, Le'iataualesa Vaiao Ala'ilima, Sarah Hudson.
When was Monica in the South Seas released and how long is it?
Monica in the South Seas was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.