#Brad Kester

More than 300 members of the Hisako Film Lab ʻohana gathered at the Regal Maui Mall theater as Maui student filmmakers premiered their original short films on the big screen before “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” One of the most powerful moments came when Baldwin High School graduate Emma Jane Roy shared how the program helped lead her from filmmaking on Maui to a post-production internship on the film.

Hisako Film Lab, in collaboration with Fuzz Box Productions, successfully launched its inaugural Fast Kine Maui 4-Day Film Challenge, culminating in a premiere party on March 29 at The Fuzz Box in Lahaina. The event brought together filmmakers, friends, and community members to celebrate the four days of fast-paced creativity and original storytelling.

Five original short films created by Maui high school students this summer will be premiered during a red carpet event Aug. 10 at King Kekaulike High School’s Performing Arts Center. The event is being organized by Hisako Film Lab, a nonprofit founded by Maui-born filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton and co-directed by Joy Cretton and Brad […]

Hisako Film Lab is now accepting applications for their annual Summer Lab. Founded by Maui-raised filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton, this advanced filmmaking program offers an in-depth immersion for motivated high school students eager to elevate their storytelling and production skills in an exciting, project-based environment.

Maui Huliau Foundation is partnering with Hisako Film Lab to offer a five day condensed filmmaking program this spring break for youth in grades 7-12 from all schools. Students will work together over the five days to create a short environmental parody of a TV commercial. The program staff will provide equipment, as well as assistance in planning, filming, and editing. No prior experience is needed, but students must be able to attend all five days to participate.