The Tahitian(1959)
The Tahitian Synopsis
A group of scientists are trying to stop a filaria epidemic spreading through a Tahitian population. They meet resistance in using western medicine to combat the disease from the medicine man and chief until the chief's son is infested with the parasitic worm which causes the disease.
The Tahitian (1959) is a drama film directed by James Knott, released on October 1, 1959 with a runtime of 1h 19m. It stars Ana, Vahio, Taia Tepava and Tehapaitua Salmon. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- James Knott
- Writers:
- Lotus Long, Annabel Ross
- Producers:
- Cornelius Crane, Lotus Long, James Knott
- Production:
- Crane-Knott-Long
- Status:
- Released
The Tahitian Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by James Knott, written by Lotus Long and Annabel Ross, produced by Cornelius Crane, Lotus Long and James Knott.
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The Tahitian Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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The Tahitian – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Tahitian online?
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Who stars in The Tahitian?
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The main cast of The Tahitian (1959) includes Ana, Vahio, Taia Tepava, Tehapaitua Salmon and George Thooris. The film was directed by James Knott. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Tahitian released?
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The Tahitian was released on October 1, 1959 and runs for 1h 19m.
Is The Tahitian worth watching?
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The Tahitian (1959) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.