Sergio & Elena Rapu

Eating Up Easter is their documentary about Easter Island. They tell a beautiful story about the people and land and how they are adapting to tourism, trash, and the challenge of preserving and evolving their island culture. It aired May, 2020 on PBS Independent Lens.
Sergio and his sister were born on Easter Island (Rapa Nui). Their father, Sergio Rapu,  is an archeologist, business man, and civic activist. Traveling from their home in Minneapolis with plans to make the documentary, Sergio and Elena spent about six years filming and editing to weave the Rapa Nui stories of history, survival, and dreams to reality. Eating Up Easter has been shown around the world and inspired many discussions about similar issues communities face in every country. Schedule your own viewing and local discussions. Learn more about the Music School and agricultural projects of Enrique and Mahini.
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