Michael Tropiano, The future of the South Pacific (SINGLE SHOT 2024)

On the tiny, low lying atoll of Manihi in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, young Mauahi reaches out to touch his reflection. Life on Manihi is full of music, fish and joy but rising sea levels means that in the coming years life will change quickly for the people living here. The younger generation, like young Mauahi, will soon be a part of big decisions on what the future of these island communities will be.

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