This movie is a special tribute to the Kiriwinan people and their culture. The film documents their burial ceremony and celebration of the lives of Rev Dr Ralph and Margaret Lawton, known as the inaugural Lawton Day celebrations, which took place on April 21, 2023. This day has now been declared an annual holiday on the Kiriwina calendar to commemorate the passing of Rev Dr Ralph Lawton.
The movie serves as a lasting legacy, preserving these important cultural events and honouring the contributions of Rev Dr Ralph and Margaret Lawton. The movie is in recognition and appreciation of the wonderful Kiriwinan people and their traditions . In the Kiriwinan language, Kamatokisi kwaiveka, which means “thank you from all of us”!