Apparatus
Originally released in 2018. Apparatus is a documentary film. directed by Tanu Gago. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Apparatus weaves the development of gender and identity within the indigenous culture in Aotearoa, the Māori name for New Zealand. Samoan artist Tanu Gago juxtaposes mesmerising footage of boys in their varied development of selfhood and actualisation with imagery of sculpted men from a different time and space, tracing the colonial influence on the expression of masculinity.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- FAF SWAG
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apparatus about?
Apparatus weaves the development of gender and identity within the indigenous culture in Aotearoa, the Māori name for New Zealand. Samoan artist Tanu Gago juxtaposes mesmerising footage of boys in...
Who directed Apparatus?
Apparatus was directed by Tanu Gago.
How long is Apparatus?
Apparatus has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was Apparatus released?
Apparatus was released on September 1, 2018 in theaters.