Samoa: The Legend of Manu Samoa and the Spirit of Rugby | GEDEON DOC

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The story of the Manu Samoa is the legend of a mythic team that stunned the world by defeating Wales in the 1991 World Cup. But beyond the pitch, it is the story of a Pacific nation caught between deep-rooted traditions and global modernity.

This film follows Ata Sofara, a former professional player who, after an eight-year hiatus due to injury, attempts an insane challenge at age 34: returning to the highest level to represent his country at the Rugby World Cup. A powerful human journey into the heart of Samoan society, where rugby is more than a sport—it is a soul-shaping force.

RUGBY FA’A SAMOA
Directed by: Thierry Machado
Production: GEDEON Programmes, ARTE, PRODOM
Format: 52 minutes – 2007

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