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For My Father's Kingdom (2019)
The church of Tonga demands donations, especially from those who have left the country. This personal documentary follows the family of Saia Mafile’o who, decades after moving to New Zealand, still dedicates his life and money entirely to his homeland.
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The church of Tonga demands donations, especially from those who have left the country. This personal documentary follows the family of Saia Mafile’o who, decades after moving to New Zealand, still dedicates his life and money entirely to his homeland.
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Genre:Documentary
Written By:Vea Mafile'o, Jeremiah Tauamiti
In Theaters:5/26/2019
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Runtime:97 minutes
Studio:Malosi Pictures, Paper Run Productions, Rialto International
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