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Moana Roa

Synopsis

A documentary portrait of life in the Cook Islands, focusing on Rarotonga and neighboring islands. The film records traditional fishing, weaving, agriculture, canoeing, music, and dance against the islands' picturesque tropical landscapes.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Russell Reid
Screenplay & Story
Russell Reid
Original Score
Ashley Heenan
Original Title
Moana Roa
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Spoken Languages
English, Maori
Runtime
31m
Production Studios
New Zealand National Film Unit

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Russell Reid

Screenplay & Story

Russell Reid

Original Score & Music

Ashley Heenan

Film Editing

Russell Reid

Department Leadership Roster

Russell Reid

Director

Russell Reid

Writer

Russell Reid

Editor

Ashley Heenan

Original Music Composer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Moana Roa.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moana Roa

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Moana Roa about?

A documentary portrait of life in the Cook Islands, focusing on Rarotonga and neighboring islands. The film records traditional fishing, weaving, agriculture, canoeing, music, and dance against the islands' picturesque tropical landscapes.

Who directed Moana Roa?

Moana Roa was directed by Russell Reid.

Who stars in Moana Roa?

The principal cast of Moana Roa includes Charles Bennett, Briton Chadwick, Kenneth Firth.

When was Moana Roa released and how long is it?

Moana Roa was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 31m.

Who composed the musical score for Moana Roa?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Moana Roa was composed by Ashley Heenan.