#documentary

Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles

The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.

“Waterman” nominated for 44th Emmy Awards

“Waterman,” a documentary film that explores the life of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, has received a News and Docs Emmy nomination for Outstanding Historical Documentary.

Documentary film, “Paper Chase” explores history of Japanese-American news media

“Paper Chase,” a documentary film that delves into the history of Japanese-American news media, will be screened on Sunday, Aug. 13, at the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center. Free showings are scheduled for 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m. at the center located at 665 Kahului Beach Road.

OHA’s “Mana i Mauli Ola” Film Wins Three Accolade Awards

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs received three awards from the Accolade Global Film Competition for its short film titled “Mana i Mauli Ola,” which details how the organization is working with the community through its new strategic plan to positively impact the wellbeing of Native Hawaiians.  

Culture-Shifting Documentary, WeRiseUP Screening June 16

Culture-shifting documentary film inspiring action and innovation, WeRiseUP, will be screening its movie at Maui Film Festival on June 16 at 7:30p at the MACC.

Special Chronicles Importance of Native Forests

A one-hour documentary, Forests for Life, chronicles the life-giving importance of Hawai‘i’s native forests. It is set to debut this Friday, Jan. 18.