Now in its 7th year, Pollywood brings together the talent of Pacific Island directors, producers, writers and actors for three nights of celebration. Among the directors who will screen their films is Brett Wagner, whose “Chief” won Best Dramatic Short Award at the Los Angeles International Short Film Festival 2008 and achieved a Certificate of Excellence at Bafta. Also featured is Justine Simei-Barton’s “The Trophy” which was invited to the 58th Internationale Filmfespiele in Berlin 2008 as well as the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival 2008. Alongside these films, will be experienced director Damon Fepuleai’s “In Search of Bigfoot”, Louise Tu’u’s “Do Not Disturb”, Ryan Woodward’s “The Turtle and Shark”, and “The Pe’a” a work in progress from Popo Lilo. Audiences will be treated to a brief “Questions and Answers” session with directors at each screening venue. The premiere night is at Galatos, Galatos Street, Newton, on 16 March (7pm). The second night is at the Otara Music and Arts Centre on 18 March (7 pm) and the last show is at the Corbans Estate Centre on 19 March (7pm). The event is organised by Craig Fasi who has been the driving force behind Pollywood since its inception in 2002.
