“Ka moʻopuna i ke alo, The grandchild in the presence” is a short documentary honoring the life, work and legacy of Mary Kawena Pukui. Kawena dedicated her life to perpetuating ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, na mea Hawaiʻi, and ʻike kupuna. Through interviews with her eldest grandson, Laʻakea Suganuma; Kanaka ʻŌiwi scholar Noenoe K. Silva; and Bernice Pauahi …
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On the remote Hawai‘ian island of Molokai during the Covid-19 pandemic, an ancient fishpond brings together the community, resulting in powerful lessons of resilience and sustainability for the next generation. The work of restoring Ali ªi Fishpond provides not only food, but sharing of profound Hawai‘ian wisdom. This inspiring film begs the question: What can …
Presented by ‘Ulu‘ulu Moving Image Archive as part of the 100 Years: Hawaiian Homes Commission Act archival screening series, HIFF presents a free screening of 4 episodes of the classic 1975 series PAU HANA YEARS. PAU HANA YEARS – Golden Anniversary of Molokai Homesteading Part 1:This episode of Pau Hana Years with host Bob Barker …
