Aliko and Ambai

Aliko and Ambai

2017•1h 42m•8.0/10

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8.0/10(1)

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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Centre for Social and Creative Media

Language

EN

Status

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Cast

Moslyn Moses

Aliko

Venda Kakaso

Ambai

Paul Bebes

Ethan

Llane Munau

Llane Munau

Rose Tango

Diane Anton

Diane Anton

Ms Rizeloh

Lucy Sari

Smarti

Maggie Kondango

Aunt Mimi

Harry Koveso

Uncle Joe

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