Papua New Guinea film Mussau The First Song wraps after 40 days
Papua New Guinea producers celebrated the completion of filming for their $4.5 million historical drama on Saturday in Port Moresby.
Production concludes across two provinces
Principal photography wrapped after a 40-day shoot spanning Mussau Island and Goroka. The project involved filming locations in New Ireland Province and Eastern Highlands Province.
Government officials attend wrap event
Minister for Arts, Culture and Tourism Belden Norman Namah attended the Thanksgiving celebration with other government figures. Chief Secretary Ivan Pomaleu and Chief Censor Jim Abani were also present at the gathering.
Film preserves endangered languages
The dialogue features six languages including indigenous tongues with small numbers of speakers. Producers state the project aims to protect linguistic heritage and reach a global audience.
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