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Aliko and Ambai

MOVIE • 2017

Aliko and Ambai

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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.

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Top Cast

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Moslyn Moses

Aliko

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Venda Kakaso

Ambai

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Paul Bebes

Ethan

Llane Munau

Llane Munau

Rose Tango

Diane Anton

Diane Anton

Ms Rizeloh

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Lucy Sari

Smarti

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Maggie Kondango

Aunt Mimi

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Harry Koveso

Uncle Joe

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Mark Eby

Director

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Jenno Kanagio

Screenplay

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Verena Thomas

Producer

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Theatrical release date: November 18, 2017

Meta Snapshot

Film

Status

Released

Release

November 18, 2017

Runtime

102 min

Language

English

Origin

Papua New Guinea

Budget

$29,250

Revenue

N/A

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