HUNTO vs GALLEN Press conference & Weigh-in (turned scrap)
The Sydney Superfight goes down tomorrow night and there were fireworks from MMA legend Mark Hunt when he gave a bit of a preview of whats to come earlier today at the official weigh-in.
The Super Samoan weighed in at 127kgs, 24 kgs heavier than his opponent Paul Gallen.
Things got a bit heated at the final presser as well - peep the video above.
Maori fighter from NZ Bowyn Morgan also takes on Tim Tszyu in the co-main event tomorrow night.
Siva Samoa in diaspora – Our connection home
By Lefaoali'i Dion Enari
As Samoans residing outside of the (Mother) land, one of the ways we connect to her is through Siva. Our beautiful Siva Samoa can be found anywhere our people are. It can be seen as far as Germany and as close as the Mangere town centre. Siva can be competitively performed on the Samoan stage at Polyfest or danced during impromptu family gatherings. As a people, we have used this art form in times of celebration, meditation and mourning. The international status of Siva Samoa means not only has it been kept alive among our people, but is also showcased to many non-Samoans globally. The box office hit Hobbs and Shaw, staring Seiuli Dwayne the Rock Johnson is one of many examples of Siva Samoa on display for mainstream society.
What is Siva Samoa?
For me, it is an extension of Samoan lyrics, using body movement to further enhance and tell the story of the song being sung.…more
MAMA's MUSIC BOX NEW COMERS - SIENI LEO'O OLO & UNALOTO FUNAKI
The makers of hit films, Three Wise Cousins, Hibiscus & Ruthless and Take Home Pay have brought you a Pacific Christmas Film "Mama's Music Box" which was released in select theatres today around New Zealand.
For the stars of the movie Sieni Leo'o Olo and Unaloto Funaki, it was the first time they'd ever been in a feature film let alone starred in one.
They shared with us a bit about their experience here.
On being in a feature film for the first time ...
Sieni - Being in a feature film for the first time and especially with the challenge, because it was made in 30 days, it was a lot of pressure but also because I got thrown in the deep end it was a really good space to learn in.…more
Mark Hunt vs Paul Gallen "It's Turned Personal"
Animosity between the ex-UFC knockout artist Mark Hunt and the NRL veteran Paul Gallen has continued to rise over the past few weeks, with the pair trading insults in the media and online. After Gallen questioned whether Hunt still has it, the Super Samoan hit back, calling him a "grub" and predicting an early finish.
Hunt vs Gallen goes down on Wednesday 16th December 20 9.30pm New Zealand time.
Pacific Christmas Movie gifts an Early Present
The makers of self-funded and self-distributed Pacific Christmas movie - Mama’s Music Box, have worked with exhibitors Event and Hoyts to bring their film to the people at a new ticket price point - $10.00 for all tickets for the duration of its screening at Event and Hoyts cinemas
Writer and Director – Stallone Vaiaoga-Ioasa who is also self-distributing the film is excited at this new development – “it’s rare that we request a price reduction of tickets – but we know going to the movies can be expensive especially when taking the whole family, so having Event Cinemas and Hoyts come on board to bring Mama’s Music Box – at this special Xmas price point is awesome – and it’s even more timely given how hard 2020 has been. We know we have a special film and it’s one that you’ll definitely want people to see enjoy with their whole family.”
Mama’s Music Box is showing in selected cinemas around New Zealand from 10th December.
(Note: this $10.00 ticket price is only for Hoyts and Event Cinemas in New Zealand. Booking Fees still apply).…more
WOMEN OF THE ISLANDS - ABBA-ROSE DINAH VAIAOGA-IOASA
ABBA-ROSE DINAH VAIAOGA-IOASA
FILM PRODUCER
SAMOAN
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Talofa lava. My name is Abba-Rose Dinah Vaiaoga-Ioasa and I am from the villages of Alafua, Toamua and Puipa’a in Samoa. I was born and raised in Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa. I’m originally from Northcote but have lived most of my life in central Auckland. I’m a former Auckland Girls Grammar School student and I am currently in the Screen industry working as a Film Producer. My Production company is called Cadness Street which pays homage to the street I grew up on in Northcote.
What were the pathways that brought you to where you are and what you're doing today?
I originally went to University and completed a Bachelor of Engineering specialising in Chemical and Materials Engineering. After working as a Process Engineer for a few years I was starting to think about my next step in my Engineering career and it just so happened to be around the same time as when my brother (Writer and Director) Stallone Vaiaoga-Ioasa was thinking about his second feature film Hibiscus and Ruthless (2018).…more
Māori All Blacks Te Tīmatanga Haka v Moana Pasifika Challenge
A celebration of cultural pride, passion & power!
Moana Pasifika Rugby's epic challenge is met by the Māori All Blacks' Te Tīmatanga Haka ahead of their historic clash in Hamilton.
PASIFIKA HIP HOP ICON GANXSTA RIDD (BOO YAA T.R.I.B.E) HAS PASSED AWAY #RIP
Ganxsta Ridd of Boo Yaa T.R.I.B.E, legendary artist, Polynesian hip hop pioneer and the first ever Pasifika MC, has passed away earlier this evening in Los Angeles at the age of 52.
We extend our heart felt alofa and condolences to the extended Devoux aiga in LA and the Boo Yaa T.R.I.B.E family.
Paul "Gangxsta Ridd" Devoux was one of seven members of the Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E along with his brothers Gawtti, Monsta O, E.K.A., Murder One, Kobra and Godfather (passed away in 2018 #RIP). The brothers who were of Samoan Heritage were Pastors Kids and got their musical start in church.
The Devoux brothers were initially a dance crew called the Blue City Strutters before becoming a full-fledged rap group with Ganxsta Ridd the lead rapper in the group.
The "Boo-Yaa" in their name represented the sound of a shotgun being discharged, while the "T.R.I.B.E" stands for "Too Rough International Boo-Yaa Empire."
In 1990 they released their debut album New Funky Nation with production assists from the Dust Brothers, Joe "The Butcher" Nicolo, Tony G and others.…more
SPOTLIGHT: This is Moana Pasifika
Go inside Moana Pasifika's sacred kava ceremony to find out what this team means to the players, former players and the pacific nations they represent.
Moana Pasifika take on the Māori All Blacks tonight at 7.05pm at FMG Stadium Hamilton.
CREDIT: Sky Sport
PASIFIKA FILM FESTIVAL - AUCKLAND POP-UP & ONLINE CINEMA EXPERIENCE
Pasifika Film Festival is hosting a FREE pop up short film screening at Event Cinemas Queen Street this Sunday 6th of December
7 short films have been selected for your viewing! So get down to see and hear some great Pasifika storytelling.
Films that are screening in the pop up screening include:
• Meet Munch Jnr
• Chicken
• The Messiah
• Liliu
• Misadventures of a Pacific Professional
• Tep Tok
• Felehuhuni
Join the movement and be inspired by our talented artists, creatives, story tellers & filmmakers who are taking on the world through a Pasifika lens!