It's a tale as old as time, but Fijian film-maker Vilsoni Hereniko's new twist on a Polynesian love story is proving a big hit with international audiences.

His animated adaptation of Sina ma Tinirau is currently touring the international film festival circuit, and has claimed a string of awards.

The tale is one about forbidden love between an eel and a beautiful girl.

Story by: Kyle Evans

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