Murders in Paradise: The Hidden History of Fiji
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Published 2023-12-04
The murder of John Scott, Head of Fiji’s Red Cross, and his gay partner is still clouded in rumour and political mystery. In a country that has become increasingly fundamentalist, many regarded the couple with hostility. Shortly before his death, Scott came to international acclaim helping hostages during the 2000 coup. Was his murder a political assassination; the result of a soured love affair or an act of insanity? This award winning documentary uses the murders to examine Fiji’s history over the past 50 years. Narrated by Scott’s brother, it’s a moving tale of colonial privilege, evangelical Christianity and a country still deeply divided.
Director: ANNIE GOLDSON
All Comments (21)
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This documentary hits close to home…literally because I grew up in LDS subdivision, a walking distance from John Scott’s house. My uncle, in fact, was the other suspect in this case. He was cleared of all charges - he just so happen to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. Whenever we asked him to tell the story of this case, he would freeze up with fear because he was the one that found the victims & called the police. It’s a very traumatic & sad story. It’s sad all around, a sad story for the families. Isa
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Captured both sides of the tragedy. Loving someone, who others discriminate, through religion, or makes a mockery through the law. Great documentary, the best.
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It's sickening that Apete got off. This judgment was appalling. He killed two men in cold blood and cut their heads off and he basically got a slap on the wrist. Fiji should be embarrassed.
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It deeply hurts how colonisers treat the people they colonised. Government, banking, commerce were controlled by Europeans...they were a privileged lot, even bank tellers were Europeans, as narrated in this documentary. Locals were considered very negatively.
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Can someone do an interview with Apete? Would really like to hear his side of the story. Why did he do this?
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Great doc very educational for me in particular
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Haunting and tragic story. I was in Fiji in 1980. All I remember is the beauty of the Islands and the friendliness of the people. I didn't go to any cities. All the children were smiling. I would not want to return though. This story has spooked me - and there is too much focus on western religion. Pity. The natives should have stuck with Paganism and Nature Worship. Religions are a curse and the cause of countless murders and wars throughout history. Excellent film making.
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Mind opening documentary, thank you
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What a documentary scotts family will always be remembered in Fiji
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What a crazy and interesting story!! I never knew about this. Thank you for bringing it to my attention Best Documentary. Cheers 😉
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Christianity has a lot to answer for in many Pacific Islands.
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Interesting but very sad story. Excellent work !
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Very interesting documentary.😊
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I'd like to see a film on the lives of the grandfather and father.
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Fiji's History covered in 1 Documentary, Well done Best Documentary.
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Great documentary.
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Isa, Mr. Scott, was my boss when I was working with the Fiji Red Cross...😢
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Very interesting documentary..
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Interesting documentary
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Great Documentary.
