Comments for Tunahaki

Comment on Reviews by Jamey

Jamey — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:46:51 +0000

I have deep admiration for films that don’t shy away from telling the harder tale, films that push on into the shadow to reveal what’s not immediately obvious. With a warm-fuzzy subject matter like that of Tunahaki, the danger would be to stay in the light, leaving audiences with a pleasant and good-feeling–yet incomplete–tale of an heroic American benefactor bestowing African children with the blessings of the West. Instead, Tunahaki manages to pose hard questions about the potentially misguided priorities of American culture, and does it without being preachy or heavy-handed. No one would argue against the joy that was brought into the lives of these kids by the American. Yet Tunahaki serves to remind that with nearly every good intention comes something unexpected–and all too frequently something unfortunate–and furthermore, that those who teach must also be willing and prepared to be taught.

Comment on Reviews by Paula Hawkins

Paula Hawkins — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:34:36 +0000

I was immediately drawn into this documentary. The story of the children touched my heart. They were so innocent and joyful in the beginning and when they returned home their lives, attitudes and hopes had changed. The ending truly makes you ponder. This is a documentary everyone should see.

Comment on Reviews by Aaron Aviles

Aaron Aviles — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:38:18 +0000

“You can’t help but be moved to action. The childrens’ purity and honest enjoyment is infectious. You can’t help but feel something. Beautiful cinematography captures not only the beauty of Tanzania but the raw enthusiasm of the orphans.”

Comment on Reviews by Graham

Graham — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:27:09 +0000

“A very interesting way of looking at charities and how good intentions don’t always go quite as planned. Fun, charming, and entertaining film.”

Comment on Reviews by Marty Hawkins

Marty Hawkins — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:09:57 +0000

Watching Tunahaki was an uplifting experience. The enthusiasm of the children toward their experience in the USA was infectious and inspiring. As one who has been involved in mission experiences, the film caused me to reflect on how I might deepen my own commitment to make a difference in this world. The somewhat troubling (but honest) information at the end was very thought-provoking, to say the least and shows the producer and director were committed to honesty, not propaganda.

Comment on Reviews by Liz Lytle

Liz Lytle — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 20:38:17 +0000

“It was a long four year journey, but it was worth the wait!”
-Liz L.

Comment on Reviews by Rhonda Christou

Rhonda Christou — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:03:27 +0000

“I was truly moved by the children of TUNAHAKI.”
-Rhonda C.

Comment on Reviews by Deanna Scott

Deanna Scott — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:36:34 +0000

“I really liked that it ended honestly. We talked about it all the way home.”
-Deanna S.

Comment on Reviews by Melanie L.

Melanie L. — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 01:42:37 +0000

“Thoughtful, enchanting, and stirs the right questions!”
-Melanie L.

Comment on Reviews by Leslie Abbott

Leslie Abbott — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:17:44 +0000

“I am moved by the honesty of the documentary. . .It gives me a lot to think about: first and third worlds, charity vs. self-determination, the vapid traps of western culture, wounded healers. Magnificent work. I am touched. I am grateful.”
-Leslie A.