Documentary

Haus Tumbuna

2026
A journey into the living heart of PNG
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A socially engaged project and commissioned documentary film in Ulingan Bay, Papua New Guinea that documents the establishment of a self-sustaining, culturally specific timber surfboard factory within the local community. The project, founded by Nickolas Kirriwom and Nicholas Wynnychuk, aims to decolonize cultural impact, foster cultural revival and healing, and highlight the connection between community, culture, spirit, and the natural world through the sustainable practice of building traditional ocean-going craft.
Release Date
2026-11-06
Status
Released
Original Title
Haus Tumbuna
Runtime
29 min
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
Australia
Overview
A socially engaged project and commissioned documentary film in Ulingan Bay, Papua New Guinea that documents the establishment of a self-sustaining, culturally specific timber surfboard factory within the local community. The project, founded by Nickolas Kirriwom and Nicholas Wynnychuk, aims to decolonize cultural impact, foster cultural revival and healing, and highlight the connection between community, culture, spirit, and the natural world through the sustainable practice of building traditional ocean-going craft.
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