@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
A powerful film about the struggle to maintain Pacific Islander culture and values within the Westernized society of modern day Hawaiʻi. It is told through the lens of an extraordinary Native Hawaiian who is both a proud and confident māhū, or transgender woman, and an honored and respected kumu, or teacher, cultural practitioner, and community leader.
Quick Stats
6.1
TMDB Rating
10
Votes
1h 15m
Runtime
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Key Crew
DirectorDean Hamer
WriterLeo Anderson Akana
CinematographyDean Hamer
ComposerJim LeBrecht
EditorNels Bangerter
Produced by
qWaves.comITVSPacific Islanders in Communications
Where to Watch
Streaming
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
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Leo Anderson Akana
Narrator
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Haemaccelo Kalu
Himself
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Ho'Onani Kamai
Himself
Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu
Herself
