Uploaded October 2020 | Updated September 2026, 11 hours ago
In 2018 the Solomon Islands, in the South Pacific, hosted the Melanesian Arts & Cultural Festival, celebrating the country’s 40th anniversary of independence. On neighboring island states, the struggle for freedom continues, as West Papua resists Indonesian occupation and the residents of New Caledonia still live under French rule. In all Melanesian countries, residents face the common challenge of climate change, as rising sea levels threaten to swallow both land and tradition. In this charged context, captivating performers are using their talents to celebrate local culture and draw international attention to their islands’ plight, with the hope of spurring international solidarity and promoting collective action against the perils of a warming world.
🎥 Director/Producer: Iara Lee - K
Editors: Dimo Petkov and Silvio Montanaro
Drone Cinematography: Andrew and Karl Bouro
Sound Design/Music/Mix: Kaloyan Dimitrov
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In 2018 the Solomon Islands, in the South Pacific, hosted the Melanesian Arts & Cultural Festival, celebrating the country’s 40th anniversary of independence. On neighboring island states, the struggle for freedom continues, as West Papua resists Indonesian occupation and the residents of New Caledonia still live under French rule. In all Melanesian countries, residents face the common challenge of climate change, as rising sea levels threaten to swallow both land and tradition. In this charged context, captivating performers are using their talents to celebrate local culture and draw international attention to their islands’ plight, with the hope of spurring international solidarity and promoting collective action against the perils of a warming world.
🎥 Director/Producer: Iara Lee - K
Editors: Dimo Petkov and Silvio Montanaro
Drone Cinematography: Andrew and Karl Bouro
Sound Design/Music/Mix: Kaloyan Dimitrov
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🌍 ✨ Join us in fostering discussions and connections worldwide! Reach out to us at info@culturesofresistancefilms.com if you'd like to host a film screening!
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FREE WEST PAPUA!
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