Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong
Synopsis
Robert Kongaika runs from his family to join the military and becomes the first Tongan US Air Force Colonel. This is the true story of the island traditions, faith, and family that made him into the father he is today.
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Māsima Pacific Islands Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anna Kongaika
- Screenplay & Story
- Patience Ray, Liz Hyde, Camille Gottscheck, Noah Richmond, Rachel Ankeney, Stephanie Kirkwood
- Original Title
- Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Tonga
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- BYUtv
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anna Kongaika
Patience Ray, Liz Hyde, Camille Gottscheck, Noah Richmond, Rachel Ankeney, Stephanie Kirkwood
Noah Richmond
Anna Kongaika, Grayson Hardman
Grayson Hardman, Trent Woolford, Marsh Morford, Todd Bowen
Department Leadership Roster
Anna Kongaika
Director
Grayson Hardman
Producer
Noah Richmond
Director of Photography
Anna Kongaika
Editor
Grayson Hardman
Editor
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What is Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong about?
Robert Kongaika runs from his family to join the military and becomes the first Tongan US Air Force Colonel. This is the true story of the island traditions, faith, and family that made him into the father he is today.
Who directed Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong?
Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong was directed by Anna Kongaika.
Who stars in Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong?
The principal cast of Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong includes Robert Kongaika, Isileli Kongaika, Telesia Tonga, Arvin Agcaoili.
When was Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong released and how long is it?
Tides of Tradition: The Life of Colonel Kong was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 25m.