The Orator(2011)
O le tulafale
The strongest voice comes from the heart.
The Orator Synopsis
The Orator (O Le Tulafale) is a contemporary drama about courage, forgiveness and love. Small in stature and humble, Saili lives a simple life with his beloved wife and daughter in an isolated, traditional village in the islands of Samoa. Forced to protect his land and family, Saili must face his fears and seek the right to speak up for those he loves.
The Orator (2011) is a drama film directed by Tusi Tamasese, released on February 21, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Fa'afiaula Sanote, Tausili Pushparaj, Salamasina Mataia and Ioata Tanielu. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Tusi Tamasese
- Writers:
- Tusi Tamasese
- Producers:
- Catherine Fitzgerald
- Cinematographer:
- Leon Narbey
- Composer:
- Tim Prebble
- Production:
- Blueskin Films, O Le Tulafale
- Status:
- Released
The Orator (2011) Trailer
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The Orator Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Tusi Tamasese, written by Tusi Tamasese, produced by Catherine Fitzgerald.
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The Orator Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 11 ratings.
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The Orator – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Orator online?
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The Orator (2011) is available to stream on IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Orator?
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The main cast of The Orator (2011) includes Fa'afiaula Sanote, Tausili Pushparaj, Salamasina Mataia, Ioata Tanielu and Kome Alauni. The film was directed by Tusi Tamasese. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Orator released?
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The Orator was released on February 21, 2011 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is The Orator worth watching?
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The Orator (2011) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Orator?
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Yes. The official The Orator trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.