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Oscar Vai To'elau Kightley MNZM (born 14 September 1969) is a Samoan-New Zealander actor, television presenter, writer, journalist, director, and comedian. He acted in and co-wrote the successful 2006 film Sione's Wedding.
Oscar Kightley is a New Zealand-born Samoan actor and writer, known for his roles in Sione's 2: Unfinished Business, Bro'Town, and Moana. He has also directed and written several TV shows and movies, such as Duckrockers and Goal Wins.
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Oscar Kightley is a Samoan-born actor, writer and director who has brought Pasifika stories to New Zealand's mainstream. He is best known for his roles in bro'Town, Sione's Wedding and Harry, as well as his stage plays and comedy group The Naked Samoans.
Feb 27, 2024 · Oscar Kightley, who plays the coach of American Samoa soccer team in Next Goal Wins, talks about the true story, the culture, and the humor of the film. He also reveals his experience of working with Taika Waititi and Michael Fassbender.
Dec 6, 2023 · Oscar Kightley, a Samoan-born actor and creator of Pasifika stories, received the prestigious TV Legend award at the New Zealand Television Awards. He was praised for his contribution to the industry and his positive representation of the Pacific community.
Sep 19, 2022 · Oscar Kightley's play Dawn Raids, based on his screenplay, depicts the 1970s raids on Pacific Islanders by the New Zealand Government. The article reviews the 2022 stage production and its impact on the audience and the history of Aotearoa.
Oscar Kightley is a writer, actor and director of The Naked Samoans, the creators of bro'Town and Sione's Wedding. In this ScreenTalk, he talks about his career, his collaborations and his awards.
