Shaka: A Story of Aloha 2024
"How one man's misfortune became the secret to paradise, living large, and with aloha."
Overview
A documentary on the origin, meanings and uses of the gesture. The shaka sign is reputed to be over a century old, but its origins are the stuff of myths and legends. It turns out that kupuna (Hawaiian elders) have kept the story secret for almost a century. Why? They didn't want it told incorrectly or commercialized. But given advancing age and a world in need, they decided it was time to share the story.
Director: Alexander Bocchieri
Cast
Henry Kapono Ka'aihue
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Kekela Miller
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Moana Jones Wong
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Steve Sue
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Brook Lee
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Lanai Tabura
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Kenneth S. Hara
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