The Tahitian

Location:Tahiti; Mythical Pacific
Subject:Feature
Length:2,844 ft
Format:Film, 1/2-inch VHS
Hue:Color
Year Released:1956
Series:
Director:James Knott
Producer:
Distributor:Smithsonian HSFA
Library Code:Smithsonian HSFA 94.5.1
Description:Edited film is a theatrical production filmed in Tahiti using Tahitians in the cast. Western scientists encounter resistance from the local people on a Pacific island as they try to stop a filaria epidemic, until a doctor is able to save the chief's son from death. Film also includes Tahitian dance and music.
Record No:2015
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