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9 out of 9 people found the following review useful:
Story of handicapped boy becoming friends with a turtle, 5 January 2000
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Author:
Jochen Klaschka from Berlin, Germany
The films is about a south pacific tale of a young deaf boy with no friends
until he meets a (rare) white sea turtle and they become friends. Filmed at
the scenic location in Aitutaki lagoon, Cook Islands, this is the type of
low budget film with a lot of heart and warmth. Remarkably a lot of locals
where involved playing various roles; some of them can be still met today
(2000) in Aitutaki. The film highlights both the problem of being isolated
because being different (here the main character is deaf) and the joy and
strength of friendship.
I recommend this film for anyone 6 years and older.
1 out of 1 people found the following review useful:
Film of many lines, 2 June 2005
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Author:
rcraig-3 from United States
A delightful little film set in the South Seas dealing with the trials of a tribe in crisis that touches on several somewhat unrelated topics. While the emphasis is on the integration of a deaf orphan into a tightly nit society, it also deals with several other issues. It highlights the origins/role of religion in society, the evolution from 'medicine man' to organized religions. It also shows how in 'traditional' societies boys were introduced to manhood, a process completely lacking in society today. It also deals with traditional societies interacting with the modern world. All this wrapped in a fun story line with a fantasy ending which may put some folks off, but a good movie nevertheless.
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