
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.
Top Cast
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- 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
Russell Reid
Russell Reid
Ashley Heenan
Russell Reid
Department Leadership Roster
Russell Reid
Director
Russell Reid
Writer
Russell Reid
Editor
Ashley Heenan
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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.













