Moku Moku

This independent series about the life of locals in Upcountry Maui humorously pays homage to the struggles and triumphs of life on an island, away from the beaches and resorts which visitors might think is all there is to Hawaii (thanks to shows like Magnum P. I. and Hawaii Five-O).

The characters and their speech are recognizably "local" (but understandable by anyone) and if their struggles sometimes seem a little ridiculous (and hysterically funny), they are nonetheless universally human. The trio--Kimo, Pili, and Leilani--support one another facing issues of identity and destiny and struggles to make a living and a life in an economy that does not favor them and a cultural climate that may not see them or make space for them.

Featuring a laundry list of Maui luminaries, great writing and acting, beautiful photography, and scathing wit, Moku Moku is a must-see for anyone who loves Maui, who is curious about Hawaii, or who likes to laugh.

I was beyond impressed when I sat down to watch Moku Moku- it's very easy to get immersed in the story and it has a good tempo- The stories in this series are relatable, and the people are just actually the way they are here. It's feels good to have Maui represented in the way this authentic.

I like the way it captured your attention and kept going without any hesitation. The editing is very good.

The character Pili was super relatable with his antics and mischievous fun loving time- there are a lot of people like Pili here- It has been a breath of fresh air to see Local entertainment by local artists, actors, producers and the like.

Prepare to fall in love with absolutely everything about Moku-Moku. We all have our favorite characters at our house and love their comic adventures. It's a show you'll want to binge with the whole fam, and a real look at island life on Maui for the local and native peoples. If you loved Reservation Dogs and Letterkenny like us, this is your new favorite. We don't usually see "upcountry" life pictured on TV at all- life on the slopes of the volcano which is more ranch style than anything tourists imagine Hawaii being- and that's what's fabulous about the setting. It's not a show trying to sell you some idea or fantasy of Hawaii- it's real Hawaii. It's the people. It's the traditions. It's also the challenges of living in the most expensive state in the country, for working young people trying to make ends meet. It's relatable, fun, silly and also quietly edgy. You'll love it! TV comedy at its best!

This comedy series show cases what being a young adult living in upcountry Maui is like. The show clearly features some of Maui's top talent in laughs, acting and production. Its really awesome to see something like this come from the islands. Watching this series makes me miss home so much and takes me back there when watching. The story line is very entertaining and the characters are so funny. It really leaves you wanting to know more about the characters and how the next episode will upfold. I Truly enjoyed the first episode and all the laughs. Looking forward to episode 2 and can't wait to see way more of this series. It is truly a one-of-a-kind offering from the island of Maui.

I love seeing Chino's comedic performance in this Maui series. It just gets better and better! I love seeing some of my favorite spots on the island and how the Hawaiian culture shines through in the storyline as the characters work through conflict and find resolution. The series is family friendly, fun, and is like a window into the unique community of upcountry Maui. And the culture is so rich and the community so diverse that there are so many stories to be told. I'm excited people are coming together to do just that. Overall a great show that I hope opens the door for more shows to come that are true to the local community, culture, art, and history. We love Moku Moku!!!