Which is why it's actually good! This is a hardcore Polynesian NATIONALIST movie. Given from the Hollywood libs to hardcore Polynesian nationalist think tank, creating a hard cultural fetishizing masterpiece. Free from Holly-weird propaganda.
If you were correct, then it would have been the intent of the filmmakers/storytellers. Do you have any evidence, any link you can point to that quotes the director or writers? Are there any articles where they talk about their design that back up your claim? If not, then it's your interpretation of the story and anyone can experience the same story differently, connecting to the parts that resonate with their thoughts or experiences.
Looking forward to reading your links about the movie from the perspective of the director or writers.