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The Silent One
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The Silent One

1984-06-14 · 92 min · ★ 5.2

Family · Drama

A baby is washed up on a Pacific Island and is adopted by a childless woman. The tribal priest takes an instant dislike to the child, proclaiming him a demon. The child is deaf and mute and therefore excluded from hunting with the other young men. Out of loneliness, he befriends a white turtle. When a drought befalls the island, the priest blames the silent one. When the chief protects the boy, the priest plots the chiefs' downfall.

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Directors
Yvonne Mackay
Production companies
The Gibson Group
Countries
New Zealand
Status
Released

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Telo MaleseJonasi
George HenareGeorge HenarePaui Te Po
Anzac WallaceAnzac WallaceTasiri
Rongo tupatea KahuTaruga
Anthony GilbertAesake
Pat EvisonPat EvisonLuisa

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