Aliko and Ambai
Aliko & Ambai
Synopsis
Aliko & Ambai is a feature film about two young women facing the challenges of growing up in the beautiful Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The challenges are significant: tribal conflict, poverty, bullying, domestic violence,and forced marriage. Aliko struggles to complete her education and Ambai searches to escape her abusive home and reunite with her biological father. They navigate the many obstacles in their lives and endeavour to build brighter futures for themselves, supported by the strength of friendship.
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Aliko & Ambai - GIFF 2018 Official Selection
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$29K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Eby, Diane Anton
- Screenplay & Story
- Jenno Kanagio
- Original Title
- Aliko & Ambai
- Country of Origin
- Papua New Guinea
- Release Date
- 18/11/2017
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Budget
- $29K
- Production Studios
- Centre for Social and Creative Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Eby, Diane Anton
Jenno Kanagio, Diane Anton
Verena Thomas, Mark Eby
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Eby
Director
Verena Thomas
Producer
Diane Anton
Writer
Jenno Kanagio
Screenplay
Mark Eby
Producer
Diane Anton
Director
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Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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What is Aliko and Ambai about?
Aliko & Ambai is a feature film about two young women facing the challenges of growing up in the beautiful Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The challenges are significant: tribal conflict, poverty, bullying, domestic violence,and forced marriage. Aliko struggles to complete her education and Ambai searches to escape her abusive home and reunite with her biological father. They navigate the many obstacles in their lives and endeavour to build brighter futures for themselves, supported by the strength of friendship.
Who directed Aliko and Ambai?
Aliko and Ambai was directed by Mark Eby, Diane Anton.
Who stars in Aliko and Ambai?
The principal cast of Aliko and Ambai includes Moslyn Moses, Venda Kakaso, Paul Bebes, Llane Munau, Diane Anton.
When was Aliko and Ambai released and how long is it?
Aliko and Ambai was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Aliko and Ambai?
Aliko and Ambai holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).