Tide and Tradition
The film Maldivian Fishermen features traditional single pole and line fishing of tuna in the Maldives, a sustainable method which is often described as the lifeblood of the island nation. For generations, tuna has been a staple food that supports daily life across the islands. Adopting a storytelling approach with cinematic visuals and immersive sound design, the project captures skilled fishermen working in a coordinated rhythm aboard a traditional Dhonis, bringing the experience to a global stage.
Tide and Tradition Video by Aishath Naajila was featured as a creative representation of communication design by the A' Design Award & Competition. Tide and Tradition Video earned the Silver A' Design Award in Movie, Video and Animation Design in 2026. The A' Movie, Video and Animation Design Award is an international, jury-voted, fair and ethical design accolade that rewards superior design of feature films, short films, documentaries, animations, music videos, experimental films, commercials, trailers and more.
