Sāmoan Identity Analysis Worksheet

Name:

Date:

🎯 WALT: We Are Learning To analyse how Sāmoan identity is represented in film

Success Criteria:

I can identify cultural values shown in the movie

I can explain the role of community and family

I can reflect on my own cultural identity

1. What cultural values do you notice in the movie? (List at least 3)

2. What role does community play in the characters' lives?

Community provides support during difficult times

Community helps preserve traditions and language

Community creates expectations and pressure

Community celebrates achievements together

Other: ________________________

3. Give a specific example from the movie that shows the importance of community:

4. In what ways do the characters stay connected to their Sāmoan identity while living in New Zealand? (Choose all that apply)

Speaking Sāmoan language

Following traditional customs

Eating traditional foods

Participating in cultural ceremonies

Maintaining family connections

Teaching culture to younger generations

5. Describe one challenge the characters face in balancing their Sāmoan identity with life in New Zealand:

6. How did the movie make you think about your own culture, identity and family?

7. What is one thing you learned about Sāmoan culture from watching this movie?