BURNING OF THE GODS

With his island at risk from industrial tourism and environmental degradation, a boy travels back in time to reconnect with his ancestors.

 

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Credits

Director(s):

Karin Williams

Producer(s):

Sharlene George, Karin Williams

Writer(s):

Karin Williams

Cast:

Te Marama Rio, Terepoto Williams, Anna Rasmussen

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