HAWAI’I INVASIVES: MISTAKES WERE MADE

In this animated film, an ʻIʻiwi bird shares stories of how invasive species such as axis deer, Miconia, and mongoose were introduced to Hawaiʻi and the resulting detrimental effects on our local ecosystems.

Credits

Director(s):

Kahuliau Apuakehau, Calvin Araki, Eliaz Pe Benito

School(s) or Organization:

Maui Huliau Foundation

Presented as Part Of ŌPIO JUNIOR SHOWCASE

HONOZON

Honozon is about Honowai Elementary's school store. Students talk about what the school store does and sells....
1 min | Angelo Asperin, Robindhel Fines, Jhervin Dulay | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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HONOWAI’S RECORDING STUDIO

Honowai Elementary has a new building and they have a new recording studio in it! Students work together to f...
2 min | Jaylene Tenoso, Jazlyn Saloricman, Lyhanna Corpuz | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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NATIONAL OUTFITS

The film is about a person wearing various cultural outfits from all over the world. There's also a funny, com...
2 min | Baochi/Bob (Emily) Tran | | WORLD PREMIERE | English
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TEENAGE SPY CLUB

A spy club of apprehensive 12-year-olds embarks on a mission to observe teenagers, hoping to uncover the secre...
4 min | Harlow Brown, Jackson Cordero, Eliana Jones, Allie Banks, Alexander Eder, Aria Cogswell, Olivia Alfaro, Piper Perreira | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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HERBERT AND THE NET

Give a man a fish, or teach a man to fish? In this documentary short, Kohala 'opelu fisherman William “Billy...
1 min | RC Baun, Kellin Matsuda | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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THE GREAT MAHELE

This student film presents a historical argument about how The Great Mahele changed land ownership in Hawaii a...
5 min | Hayley Moser | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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DIRT & DAYDREAMS

What goes on in middle students' minds when they are in a boring lecture?...
2 min | Bryce Enomoto, Landon Onishi, Madison Lile, Mari Nakamura | | WORLD PREMIERE | English
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PLOT TWIST

A group of young people reflect on the loss of their friend....
2 min | Avee Lampitoc, Evelyne Samantha Poplin, Bella Siljabo, Derek Esclito, Ryli Fukushima | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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MAHALO MA LUNA O KA HO’OMAINOINO (RESPECT OVER ABUSE)

A candid look at how 21 students from a local elementary school are making an impact on our ‘Aina. Examples ...
5 min | Stella Chapman de Souza, Rayden Ogai, Aidan Park, Rylen Sablan | | WORLD PREMIERE | English
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FERAL FELINES: DECONSTRUCTING MAUI’S FERAL CAT CRISIS

This documentary delves into the impact of feral cat populations on native Hawaiian birds and the environment ...
7 min | Julian Somilleda, Gala Tassi, Hazel Lee | | WORLD PREMIERE | English
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THE TEST

Overwhelmed by test anxiety? You're not alone. Watch how a student navigates the pressure of taking the test. ...
2 min | Evan He | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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HO’OPILI ‘ANA MA O KE KAPA (CONNECTING THROUGH KAPA)

This film takes us on an inspiring journey as a young student reconnects with her Hawaiian heritage through th...
2 min | Kili Correa, Sofie Tribuiano | | HAWAI‘I PREMIERE | English
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