Jeremiah Tauamiti
Directing
Biography
Kiwi-Samoan Jeremiah Tauamiti started his career as a camera operator (Fresh), before going on to direct films of his own, including shorts Maria and Liliu. His 48 Hours Film Festival team Goodfellas are perennial award contenders. Tauamiti has also acted in short films, such as The Promise of Piha and My Friend Michael Jones. In 2019 he co-directed his first feature For My Father’s Kingdom with partner Vea Mafile'o. The documentary, which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, is about Mafile'o's Tongan father, Saia.
Known For
A group of Polynesian writers must create a new comedy show, but there's one issue - their Caucasian head writer is a problematic ally. From STI checks to body swaps, the girls master life one sketch at a time.
SIS
Celebrating Pasifika rugby players and their communities. A story about small islands, big dreams and the sacrifices made by many to produce some of the world’s greatest players.
Family, Faith, Footy: A Pasifika Rugby Story
Solo, a young Samoan interpreter entrenched in the colonial court system, is suddenly challenged when the High Chief Nua is called to the stand. Defending the charge of trespassing, Nua illuminates a path of righteousness for the young man.
Liliu
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Family, Faith, Footy: A Pasifika Rugby Story
The church of Tonga demands donations, especially from those who have left the country. This personal documentary follows the family of Saia Mafile’o who, decades after moving to New Zealand, still dedicates his life and money entirely to his homeland.
For My Father's Kingdom
An ailing Polynesian matriarch must find the strength to lead her family one last time.
Maria
Based on the Legend of, `Aho`eitu from the Pacific Island of Tonga, 'Aho'eitu leaves his mother to find his father Tagaloa in the heavens. On his quest he finds out that he also has brothers, but will 'Aho'eitu be accepted by them and who will become heir as the first King, the first Tu'i Tonga!
'Aho'eitu
The legend of Kava Tonga has come to life. In a harrowing story of love, loyalty and sacrifice, this short film gives you an insight into the importance of Kava to the Tongan culture.