The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas
Synopsis
Six thousand miles west of California, the Mariana Islands are American territory; but after generations of loyalty, the people of Guam and the Northern Marianas still remain second-class US citizens. Following the personal stories of four indigenous island leaders, this provocative film explores the history of American colonization in the Pacific - a moving story of loyalty and betrayal, about a patriotic island people struggling to find their place within the American political family.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 14, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vanessa Warheit
- Screenplay & Story
- Vanessa Warheit
- Original Score
- Todd Boekelheide, Alex Lu
- Original Title
- The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas
- Country of Origin
- Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Chamorro, English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vanessa Warheit
Vanessa Warheit
Todd Boekelheide, Alex Lu
Vanessa Warheit
Vanessa Warheit, Laurie MacMillan
Vanessa Warheit
Department Leadership Roster
Vanessa Warheit
Director
Vanessa Warheit
Writer
Vanessa Warheit
Director of Photography
Vanessa Warheit
Editor
Laurie MacMillan
Editor
Todd Boekelheide
Original Music Composer
Vanessa Warheit
Producer
Alex Lu
Original Music Composer
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What is The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas about?
Six thousand miles west of California, the Mariana Islands are American territory; but after generations of loyalty, the people of Guam and the Northern Marianas still remain second-class US citizens. Following the personal stories of four indigenous island leaders, this provocative film explores the history of American colonization in the Pacific - a moving story of loyalty and betrayal, about a patriotic island people struggling to find their place within the American political family.
Who directed The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas?
The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas was directed by Vanessa Warheit.
Who stars in The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas?
The principal cast of The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas includes Lesley Ewen, Pete A. Tenorio, Carlos Taitano, Anne Perez Hattori, Hope Cristobal.
When was The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas released and how long is it?
The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Insular Empire: America in the Marianas was composed by Todd Boekelheide, Alex Lu.