SAILAU (60 min)
Danish explorer and director Jensen and three Papuan sailors embark on their world-first attempt to circumnavigate the island of New Guinea, all in a traditional Papuan sailing canoe. As they navigate through treacherous waters, they must overcome their differences and work together to avoid bewitched reefs, evade crushing waves, and survive the dangerous northwest monsoon. Through stunning cinematography and heart-pumping action, the film captures the spirit of an epic adventure and the unbreakable bond between people from different cultures united by a common goal.
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Thor F JensenDirectorSalty Sideburns, Det Rød-hvide Bånd.
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Dr Sophie PascoeProducer
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Sanakoli JohnProducer
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Sanakoli JohnKey Cast
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Justin JohnKey Cast
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Job SiayeKey Cast
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Thor F. JensenKey CastSalty Sideburns, Det rød-hvide bånd
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Project Type:Documentary, Feature
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Genres:adventure, expedition, sailing, travel, Indigenous
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Runtime:60 minutes
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Completion Date:January 1, 2023
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Production Budget:30,000 USD
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Country of Origin:Australia
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Country of Filming:Denmark, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Doc Edge International Film Festival AucklandAuckland
New Zealand
June 4, 2023
World premiere
Official selection -
Doc Edge International Film Festival WellingtonWellington
New Zealand
June 9, 2023
World Premiere
Official selection -
International Maritime Film Festival – Grand PrizeBucksport, Maine
United States
North America
Grand Prize -
Nordic Adventure Film Festival – Best Nordic FilmCopenhagen
Denmark
December 1, 2023
Nordic Premiere
Best Nordic Film -
Adventure Travel FIlm FestivalCostwolds
United Kingdom
Uk Premiere
Official Selection -
Jacht Film FestivalWarzaw
Poland
December 3, 2023
Poland Premiere
Official Selection
Salty Sideburns. Denmark 2013. Winner, Best Danish Adventure Film – Nordic Adventure Film Festival.
Det Rød-hvide Bånd. Denmark 2015. Winner, Best Action Sport Film – Nordic Adventure Film Festival
SAILAU is part of a social impact campaign to promote Papua New Guinea and inspire the youth to preserve their cultural heritage.
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