He got the role because his elders decided he was the best-looking guy in their traditional village on the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu. Dain died Saturday in the capital Port Vila, after contracting a leg infection that wasn't quickly treated. Martin Butler, who co-directed "Tanna," said Dain wasn't a natural actor but was very enthusiastic, learned quickly, and ended up giving a fabulous performance. His village, Yakel, on Tanna island, remains in a traditional two-week mourning period. Jimmy Joseph, the cultural director for Tanna island, said Dain was quiet, humble and respected in Yakel, where he had chosen to remain living even after achieving some fame in the movie.

Source: ABC News January 11, 2019 06:28 UTC