Aliko and Ambai

Nov 18, 2017

1h 42m

★ 8.0

Overview

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.

Genres

Drama

Family

Production Companies

Centre for Social and Creative Media

Aliko and Ambai Trailers

Cast

Aliko

Moslyn Moses

Ambai

Venda Kakaso

Ethan

Paul Bebes

Rose Tango

Llane Munau

Ms Rizeloh

Diane Anton

Smarti

Lucy Sari

Aunt Mimi

Maggie Kondango

Uncle Joe

Harry Koveso

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