Tina

New Zealand, 2024 A film by Miki Magasiva Starring: Anapela Polataivao and Antonia Eaton 124 minutes | English and Samoan with Hebrew subtitles After her daughter is killed in the Christchurch earthquake, a music teacher of Samoan descent struggles to find meaning in her life. When she starts teaching at a prestigious school, she meets a group of students who are struggling to find their place. Believing in the unifying power of music, she sets up a choir that blends Samoan musical tradition with Western choral singing. The rehearsals and performances become a journey of healing, self-discovery and building a new community for the students and the teacher alike. A moving and inspiring drama that combines sweeping music, rich Samoan culture and impressive choral performances. It is a film about the power of song to connect people, bridge gaps and give hope. Before the screening, a lecture by Yoel Shatrug, photographer and investigative journalist: World-Embracing Music "To understand the culture of a place, you must listen to the music its inhabitants create. Music can tell you everything about a place" (Confucius). In the lecture we will set out on a journey following music without borders and film works that became milestones in the world of music. 10:00 Light refreshments in the theater lobby 11:00 Lecture 12:00 Screening Courtesy of Red Cape Films