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Tusi Tamasese’s first feature tells the story of a taro farmer (real life farmer Fa’afiaula Sagote) who finds the courage to stand tall for his family and culture, and stand up to sceptical villagers. Variety called it “compelling drama”. Though previous films (eg. Flying Fox on a Freedom Tree) have told stories inspired by Samoan writers, The Orator is the first feature written and directed by a Samoan, and the first filmed in Samoan. In its debut at the prestigious Venice Film Festival it won a special jury mention in the Orizzonti (New Horizons) section.
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How can I watch this full film?????
The Orator movie is a beautiful movie that I have watched about five times because about the first time I watched it I was puzzled by the story not really understanding the full meaning of it but by watching the movie three times I understood the true meaning of this heartwarming movie and learned more about this beautiful movie about high chiefs and the learning of forgiveness that has been shown through out the movie. I believe the actor Fa'afiaula Sagote played a amazing act as the main character in the movie Saili, a humble person who was ashamed of himself and embarrass of who he
was. He was a man in the village whom had no voice to the people until he earned his place as high chief. A truly touching film by Tusi Tamasese.
Talofa Tusi, congratulation with successful completed of The Orator. I truly believed this is the very first full blown out movie featuring the island of Samoa. Your blessed talent speak volume of many talent that Samoa people have. I just want to say Faafetai Lava (Thank You) for opened up more doors of opportunity for our young Samoa generation to explore their selves in movie or film profession.
My name is Taisi and I am originally from Tutuila (American Samoa). I am currently in supporting our troops in Afghanistan for over 3 yrs now. I don't know exactly how to reach you in person but if all possible from your busy schedule here is my email maduso70@gmail.com. I have two projects that I will like to share with you. I appreciate it very much, faafetai lava in advance. Continue success and God bless!
Taisi.
Hi all,
Many have you have asked how you can watch The Orator overseas.
The film is currently looking for a US distributor. Meanwhile, it is available on DVD via a few websites and stores in New Zealand. The DVD will be available in other countries soon. You can try ordering it from one of the following websites:
www.marbecks.co.nz
www.mightyape.co.nz
Jstylaproductions.bigcartel.com
But be sure to check the shipping rules for these websites.
Best
Clarion
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Short Film, 2003 (Full Length)
Catherine Fitzgerald was also a producer on this film
Television, 1996 (Full Length)
Doco about a Samoan migrant to Aotearoa
2011 Venice Film Festival
Special Mention in Orizzonti (New Horizons) section
Art Cinema Award from CICAE Jury (European arthouse cinema association)
CinemaAvvenire Best Film (Il cerchio non e rotondo Award) — given by a young persons' jury to the two films best promoting peace and dialogue between cultures
2011 Brisbane International Film Festival
Audience Award
2011 Asia Pacific Screen Awards
Nominated for Best Performance by an Actor: Fiaula Sanote
2011 Script Writers Awards of New Zealand
Nominated for Best Feature Film Script: Tusi Tamasese
Festivals include
Sundance
Finalist - Most
Outstanding Website
The ONYAs 2010 & 2011
Best Entertainment Website
Finalist – Website design
Qantas Media Awards 2009
NZ ON SCREEN 2012
This website has been made with funding from NZ ON AIR ›
The synopsis and credits are included
Paul Ward | website
Posted at 10.03AM - 18.03.2012
@kili: go to the 'buy' tab (below right of the player) and you can purchase the film on DVD there