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199957mUnited States of America

Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey

Synopsis

This award-winning PBS documentary sweeps viewers into a seafaring adventure with a community of Polynesians, as they build traditional sailing canoes, learn how to follow the stars across the open ocean, and embark upon a 2,000-mile voyage in the wake of their ancestors.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Gail K. Evenari
Screenplay & Story
Gail K. Evenari
Original Score
Mark Adler
Original Title
Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
57m
Production Studios
PBS, Maiden Voyage Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Gail K. Evenari

Screenplay & Story

Gail K. Evenari

Original Score & Music

Mark Adler

Film Editing

Nathaniel Dorsky, Yasha Aginsky

Producers

Gail K. Evenari

Department Leadership Roster

Gail K. Evenari

Producer

Gail K. Evenari

Writer

Nathaniel Dorsky

Nathaniel Dorsky

Editor

Mark Adler

Mark Adler

Original Music Composer

Yasha Aginsky

Yasha Aginsky

Editor

Gail K. Evenari

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey

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

What is Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey about?

This award-winning PBS documentary sweeps viewers into a seafaring adventure with a community of Polynesians, as they build traditional sailing canoes, learn how to follow the stars across the open ocean, and embark upon a 2,000-mile voyage in the wake of their ancestors.

Who directed Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey?

Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey was directed by Gail K. Evenari.

Who stars in Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey?

The principal cast of Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey includes Napualani Cassidy, Patrick Stewart.

When was Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey released and how long is it?

Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 57m.

Who composed the musical score for Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Wayfinders: A Pacific Odyssey was composed by Mark Adler.