Inter-tribal rivalry leads to a competition to erect a huge Maoi statue in record time before Make can take part in the race to retrieve the egg of a Sooty Tern. The reward for winning this race is to rule the island for one year.
Practical Effects
They actually built and moved a real 15-ton moai. No CGI, just chaos.
Cinematography
Rapa Nui locations so stunning you'll forgive the historical inaccuracies.
Director
Kevin Reynolds
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Rapa Nui people were so offended by the films historical liberties that they temporarily blocked filming. Director Kevin Reynolds later admitted the love triangle was pure Hollywood invention.
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