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In the cut-throat world of tribal politics, a bitter and betrayed politician fights to expose an election scandal…In 2002 Papua New Guinea held one of it’s controversial and violent elections since gaining Independence in 1975. Dr John Waiko lost his electoral seat and his coastal Papuan supporters believe their election was tainted by illegal voting, bribery and voter harassment. MINISTER WITHOUT MONEY offers a rare insight into the explosive tribal hostilities and high stakes of election time in a Melanesian culture striving to balance traditional values with western democratic principles.

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Cast

John Waiko - Bao Waiko

Production Details

Production Completion
2005
Genre
Social contemporary

Sales

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Ronin Films