Pacific Mother
A documentary celebrating Indigenous wisdom, motherhood, connection and the strength of Pacific women.
The Journey Continues
Since its release in 2023, Pacific Mother has travelled across oceans, connecting audiences through film festivals, cinema releases and community screenings around the world.
Now streaming across New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands, the journey continues.
50+
Community Screenings in Japan
International
Cinema Releases
International
Festival Screenings
Global
Community Screenings
Meet The Woman
Sachiko Fukumoto, Kimi Werner, Rava Ray and Ioana Turia all feel a deep connection to the ocean, and this played a big role in their pregnancy and birthing choices.
These mothers all searched for a way to give birth that felt intuitive and safe for them.
In Pacific Mother we see that when women are supported emotionally, physically and culturally, they are more likely to have a positive birth experience, whether it's in hospital or at home, on land or in the water.
Pacific Mother brings together the stories, wisdom and lived experiences of women from across the Pacific, celebrating the strength of Indigenous knowledge, culture and connection passed through generations.
Best New Zealand Feature
‘This film took the judges on a beautiful cinematic journey that was hugely emotional and told an empowering conversation with indigenous women front and centre of its telling. The judges felt this film would resonate with local and global audiences alike.’
“We are all connected - parents, babies, ocean and the earth”
– Sachiko Fukumoto
Watch Pacific Mother Online
Pacific Mother is now available to stream online, making it easier than ever to experience this inspiring documentary wherever you are.
Online streaming is currently available throughout New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands.
If you're located outside these regions, we'd love to help you bring Pacific Mother to your community through a licensed screening - find out more here.
