Aliko and Ambai
2017•PG•1h 42m•8.0•Released
DramaFamily
Aliko & Ambai is a feature film about two young women facing the challenges of growing up in the beautiful Eastern Highlands of Papua New Guinea. The challenges are significant: tribal conflict, poverty, bullying, domestic violence,and forced marriage. Aliko struggles to complete her education and Ambai searches to escape her abusive home and reunite with her biological father. They navigate the many obstacles in their lives and endeavour to build brighter futures for themselves, supported by the strength of friendship.
Director
Diane Anton
Writer
Jenno Kanagio, Diane Anton
Budget
$0M
Languages
English
Studio
Centre for Social and Creative Media
Cast
Moslyn Moses
Aliko
Venda Kakaso
Ambai
Paul Bebes
Ethan
Llane Munau
Rose Tango
Diane Anton
Ms Rizeloh
Lucy Sari
Smarti
Maggie Kondango
Aunt Mimi
Harry Koveso
Uncle Joe
Production
Company
Centre for Social and Creative Media
Producer
Mark Eby
Producer
Verena Thomas
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