Sista

Sista is a coming of age story about Tiana (13) and Isabelle (11), two New Zealand/ Samoan sisters on the cusp of adolescence. As Tiana is drawn into the world of teenagerhood and seduced by the pressures it forces upon her, Isabelle feels left...
New Zealand Production
Short 2020 Drama 16.00 minutes
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A betrayal of trust between two sisters on the cusp of adolescence sets off a chain of events that has the potential to shatter their relationship forever.
2021: Whānau Mārama New Zealand International Film Festival - Ngā Whanaunga Māori Pasifika Shorts Programme
2022: Māoriland Film Festival
Show Me Shorts Film Festival

Directors

Chantelle Burgoyne

Producers

Marina Alofagia McCartney

Screenplay Writers

Chantelle Burgoyne
Leilani Tamu

Cast

Lizzie Overhoff
Tiana
Daniela Mika
Isabelle
Katerina Fatupaito
Ava
Lively Nili
TJ
Deijah Tuigamala
Sam
Manuevaha Latu
Nai
Toreka Tele'a
Maria

Crew

Tammy Williams | DOP
Annie Collins | Editor
Emily Mafile'o | Production Design
Vea Mafile'o | Production Design
Deahne Lakatani | Costume Design

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