Their story has gone largely unreported.

But now, parts of the utopian dream are turning sour.

We visit Arthur, one of the remaining members of Mahana, to learn about his reclusive life, his battles with other residents, and his hopes of seeing the valley returned to its past glory.

Comments:

Juliana Galvis

Arthur, I don't know if you'll ever see this. But there are like-minded individuals. You have a very gentle soul. Thank you for that. Much love...

Maddison Sullivan

I’ve never wanted to quit my job and move to New Zealand more in my life. 

Arthur, dude I will come and chill with you and we will evict ol mate David together. I got you ????????

Vanessa Berimbau

“A real lonely person, is lonely in a crowd” that hit me hard

whatsup

"Land ownership is the root of all evils" ... "Arthur get off my land"

Ponte Ryuurui

"health hazzard to WHOM" - lives out in the woods and speaks better English than most of the "educated" masses. The irony is strong here.

Si Fi

Throw out David he'll be at home in a local government job. Small minded, hypocritical, megalomaniac, control freak.