Vai
“8 Stories • One Lifetime”
Synopsis
Eight connecting moments of seemingly different lives thread together Vai’s journey of empowerment through culture over her lifetime. Beautifully shot over seven Pacific countries, and played by a different indigenous actress in each place, Vai links together a story of family, culture, and at times, isolation. A delicate exploration into the meaning of growth, adaptation, and most notably, a connection to water and home.
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Vai TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-02-03
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Berlinale (NATIVe)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amberley Jo Aumua, Matasila Freshwater, Marina Alofagia McCartney, ‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki, Dianna Fuemana, Nicole Whippy, Mīria George, Becs Arahanga, Sharon Whippy
- Screenplay & Story
- Dianna Fuemana, Amberley Jo Aumua, Nicole Whippy, Becs Arahanga, Mīria George, Sharon Whippy, Matasila Freshwater, ‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki, Marina Alofagia McCartney
- Original Score
- Lauren King
- Original Title
- Vai
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Fijian, Maori, Samoan, Tonga
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Brown Sugar Apple Grunt, Department of Post
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amberley Jo Aumua, Matasila Freshwater, Marina Alofagia McCartney, ‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki, Dianna Fuemana, Nicole Whippy, Mīria George, Becs Arahanga, Sharon Whippy
Dianna Fuemana, Amberley Jo Aumua, Nicole Whippy, Becs Arahanga, Mīria George, Sharon Whippy, Matasila Freshwater, ‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki, Marina Alofagia McCartney
Lauren King
Drew Sturge
Dione Chard
Kerry Warkia, Kiel McNaughton, Richard Fletcher
Department Leadership Roster
Amberley Jo Aumua
Director
Matasila Freshwater
Director
Dianna Fuemana
Writer
Marina Alofagia McCartney
Director
Amberley Jo Aumua
Writer
‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki
Director
Nicole Whippy
Writer
Dianna Fuemana
Director
Becs Arahanga
Writer
Mīria George
Writer
Dione Chard
Editor
Kerry Warkia
Producer
Sharon Whippy
Writer
Matasila Freshwater
Writer
Kiel McNaughton
Producer
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Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vai
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What is Vai about?
Eight connecting moments of seemingly different lives thread together Vai’s journey of empowerment through culture over her lifetime. Beautifully shot over seven Pacific countries, and played by a different indigenous actress in each place, Vai links together a story of family, culture, and at times, isolation. A delicate exploration into the meaning of growth, adaptation, and most notably, a connection to water and home.
Who directed Vai?
Vai was directed by Amberley Jo Aumua, Matasila Freshwater, Marina Alofagia McCartney, ‘Ofa-Ki-Levuka Guttenbeil-Likiliki, Dianna Fuemana, Nicole Whippy, Mīria George, Becs Arahanga, Sharon Whippy.
Who stars in Vai?
The principal cast of Vai includes Ro Mereani Adi Tuimatanisiga, Ar-Ramadi Longopoa, Betsy Luitolo, Evotia-Rose Araiti, Agnes Pele.
When was Vai released and how long is it?
Vai was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Vai?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Vai was composed by Lauren King.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Vai?
Vai holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).