Tanga Tika
Synopsis
The story, supposedly based on a Tahitian legend, concerns a young boy, Timi whose in love with Nenu - he intends to marry as soon as he earns enough money. He gets caught in a storm, while at sea, and ends up marooned on an uninhabited atoll. Months go by, and convinced that Timi is dead, Nenu is about to marry another man.
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November 8, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dwight Long
- Screenplay & Story
- Lela E. Rogers
- Original Title
- Tanga Tika
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Norton-Condon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dwight Long
Lela E. Rogers, Charles L. Tedford
Dwight Long
Department Leadership Roster
Dwight Long
Director
Dwight Long
Producer
Lela E. Rogers
Screenplay
Charles L. Tedford
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tanga Tika
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What is Tanga Tika about?
The story, supposedly based on a Tahitian legend, concerns a young boy, Timi whose in love with Nenu - he intends to marry as soon as he earns enough money. He gets caught in a storm, while at sea, and ends up marooned on an uninhabited atoll. Months go by, and convinced that Timi is dead, Nenu is about to marry another man.
Who directed Tanga Tika?
Tanga Tika was directed by Dwight Long.
Who stars in Tanga Tika?
The principal cast of Tanga Tika includes Adeline Tetahaimuai, Paul Meoe, Alice Swenson, Tumaatura, Roger Soui.
When was Tanga Tika released and how long is it?
Tanga Tika was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.