Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki
Synopsis
This documentary portrait of Bosko Hrnjak follows the artist through his childhood in Los Angeles, education at Art Center College of Design and his unsung, pioneering work as the first individual to revive the lost art of carving Tikis, sculpting Tiki ceramics and building the first proper home Tiki bar. Based on extensive interviews with Hrnjak and his wife and collaborator Truus de Groot, the film contains further commentary from fellow Polynesian Pop luminaries such as Jeff "Beachbum" Berry and Sven Kirsten.
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 27, 2020
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kurt Mattila
- Original Title
- Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kurt Mattila
Department Leadership Roster
Kurt Mattila
Director
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What is Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki about?
This documentary portrait of Bosko Hrnjak follows the artist through his childhood in Los Angeles, education at Art Center College of Design and his unsung, pioneering work as the first individual to revive the lost art of carving Tikis, sculpting Tiki ceramics and building the first proper home Tiki bar. Based on extensive interviews with Hrnjak and his wife and collaborator Truus de Groot, the film contains further commentary from fellow Polynesian Pop luminaries such as Jeff "Beachbum" Berry and Sven Kirsten.
Who directed Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki?
Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki was directed by Kurt Mattila.
Who stars in Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki?
The principal cast of Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki includes Not specified.
When was Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki released and how long is it?
Bosko and the Rebirth of Tiki was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 57m.