Tala Pasifika - A Day in the Life

Tala Pasifika was a pioneering Pacific Island drama series. This episode was one of six films that screened on TV One in 1996. The short drama follows teenage school friends Siosi (Johnny Angel), Matt (Faifua Amiga) and John (Robert Luisi), who are awaiting their School Certificate results. On the day he receives his grades, Siosi is beaten by his father (Ene Pataia). The following day, he discovers a tragedy has occurred within his circle of friends. This acts as a catalyst to resolve his own troubles at home. A Day in the Life won two awards at Canadian indigenous festival Dreamspeakers.

Key Cast & Crew

Johnny Angel (aka Johnny Eneliko Laulu)

As: Siosi

Robert Luisi

As: John

Gary Moore

Director

Faifua Amiga

As: Matt

Ruth Kaupua

Producer

Mario Gaoa

Writer, As: Script Writer