WAIKIKI

This film is only available to viewers in Southern California (excluding San Diego County) from October 29, 2020 at 12pm PT to October 31, 2020 at 11:59pm PT. Click here to watch the film on Eventive.

When a Native Hawaiian hula dancer escaping her abusive boyfriend crashes her beat-up van into a mysterious homeless man, she finds herself flung into a surrealistic journey of self-exploration and enlightenment. Director Christopher Kahunahana’s eagerly awaited feature debut breaks down the enduring, stereotypical image of paradise we have of Waikiki to reveal a vulnerable and authentic portrait of indigeneity. We are delighted to present the West Coast Premiere of WAIKIKI. — Lindy Leong

CREDITS:
Director: Christopher Kahunahana
Executive Producer: Linda Nichols, Robert Nichols, Jason Cutinella, Brian Uy, Joshua Strickland, James Sereno, Ricardo Galindez, Roy Tjioe
Producer: Gregory Doi, Connie Florez, Christopher Kahunahana, Vince Keala Lucero, Nicole Naone
Associate Producer: Ryan Z. Takaki
Cast: Danielle Zalopany, Peter Shinkoda, Jason Quinn
Director of Photography: Ryan Miyamoto, Keli’i Grace
Editor: Nick Stone, Kate Hackett, Robert Bates, Blackhorse Lowe
Sound Designer / Mix: Ben Wilkins
Score: Woody Pak, Ted de Oliveira

Join us on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 4pm PT for C3: WAIKIKI, an artist conversation featuring the filmmakers and special guests. RSVPs open the Thursday before the event. Click here to learn more. 

Missed the live artist conversation? Watch it below!

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C3: WAIKIKI

Leaving behind the touristic image of paradise and island culture, WAIKĪKĪ tackles the often-unspeakable generational trauma of postcolonial cultures through a mixing of genre conventions, experimental storytelling, and perspectives. Join the filmmakers behind WAIKĪKĪ for a talk on community-centered independent media creation, representation, and the true spirit of aloha. — Lindy Leong