Being Niuean
“'Being Niuean': those who stayed, those who left, and for those to come...”
Synopsis
In 2024 Niue celebrated 50 years of self-governance, overseen by New Zealand administration. What benefits and what problems has this created for the small Island nation? We look back at the hopes and aspirations of those who lead the 1974 movement for self- governance, and how Niueans feel about it today. 'Being Niuean' looks at what happens when most of your island population has relocated to the diaspora, and how the motherland manages to sustain itself.
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Being Niuean | Trailer | RNZ
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-10-18
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shimpal Lelisi, Damon Fepulea'i
- Screenplay & Story
- Shimpal Lelisi
- Original Title
- Being Niuean
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand, Niue
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
- Production Studios
- The Coconet
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shimpal Lelisi, Damon Fepulea'i
Shimpal Lelisi
Damon Fepulea'i
Department Leadership Roster
Shimpal Lelisi
Writer
Shimpal Lelisi
Director
Damon Fepulea'i
Director
Damon Fepulea'i
Editor
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What is Being Niuean about?
In 2024 Niue celebrated 50 years of self-governance, overseen by New Zealand administration. What benefits and what problems has this created for the small Island nation? We look back at the hopes and aspirations of those who lead the 1974 movement for self- governance, and how Niueans feel about it today. 'Being Niuean' looks at what happens when most of your island population has relocated to the diaspora, and how the motherland manages to sustain itself.
Who directed Being Niuean?
Being Niuean was directed by Shimpal Lelisi, Damon Fepulea'i.
Who stars in Being Niuean?
The principal cast of Being Niuean includes Not specified.
When was Being Niuean released and how long is it?
Being Niuean was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 44m.