The Lau of Malaita
Explore The Lau of Malaita (1987), including ReelBot’s take, cast, runtime, where to watch, and similar movies worth adding to your list.
1987 · 52 min · Documentary
Overview
This film focuses on the people of Lau lagoon in the Solomon Islands who live on artificial islands near the island of Malaita. These islands are built of coral rubble and the people moved to them in an attempt to escape the dangers of malaria and enemies, and to find better fishing. The film focuses on change and conflict. The concept of 'custom' is vital to the islanders' identity, yet this is being eroded, particularly by Christian missionaries. The conflict between Christian and Pagan now pervades daily life, creating divisions in families and eroding knowledge of traditional life.
Directed by Leslie Woodhead