Tinā (Mother)

Coming soon to Luna Leederville, Luna Outdoor, Luna on SX & The Windsor.

Award-winning writer/director Miki Magasiva (The Panthers, We Are Still Here) makes his feature debut with Tinā (Samoan for "mother").

Check out our Opening Night Celebration, featuring a live performance the Malaetasi Perth Pacific Cultural Arts.

TINĀ is an inspiring drama, a light-hearted rhythmic tear-jerker, and the story of Samoan teacher Mareta Percival. Struggling after the death of her daughter in the Christchurch earthquakes, Mareta reluctantly takes on the role of substitute teacher at an elite, wealthy private school and is surprised to find children crying out for guidance, inspiration, and love.

Using the symphony of her culture to empower her students, she forms a choir, bringing them together. Mareta has to inspire her kids while dealing with bias from a privileged community keen to put this colourful Samoan teacher in her place.

Watching her students flourish allows Mareta to begin her journey of healing and finally understand teaching her students has allowed her to fulfil her one dream of being a mother again. This comes before she finally gives over to her illness and passes away in peace. Stirred by the memory of their beloved teacher, this all-white choir belts out a heart-rendering performance of Samoan songs, a final tribute dedicated to their inspirational caregiver.