The read
It runs a compact 1h 15m.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb7.3/10
10 audience votes
Key crew
- Dean HamerDirector
- Joe WilsonDirector
- Leo Anderson AkanaWriter
- Dean HamerWriter
- Joe WilsonWriter
Cast
- Leo Anderson AkanaNarrator
- Haemaccelo KaluHimself
- Ho'Onani KamaiHimself
- Hinaleimoana Wong-KaluHerself
Themes
hawaiinative hawaiianindigenous lgbt