The Orator (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2011, The Orator is a drama film directed by Tusi Tamasese, running about 110 minutes. “The strongest voice comes from the heart.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Orator (O Le Tulafale) is a contemporary drama about courage, forgiveness and love. Small in stature and humble, Saili lives a simple life with his beloved wife and daughter in an isolated, traditional village in the islands of Samoa. Forced to protect his land and family, Saili must face his fears and seek the right to speak up for those he loves.
Who’s in it. The Orator stars Fa'afiaula Sanote as Saili, Tausili Pushparaj as Vaaiga, Salamasina Mataia as Litia and Ioata Tanielu as Poto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Orator has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Orator page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Orator tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Orator (2011)?
- In US, The Orator is available to stream on IndiePix Unlimited Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Orator worth watching?
- The Orator holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Orator?
- The Orator stars Fa'afiaula Sanote, Tausili Pushparaj, Salamasina Mataia, Ioata Tanielu and Kome Alauni.
- When was The Orator released?
- The Orator was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.