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Kuleana

  • 2017
  • PG-13
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
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Kuleana (2017)
A disabled Vietnam vet rediscovers the Hawaiian warrior within to protect his family, defend their land, and clear his father's name.
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A disabled Vietnam vet rediscovers the Hawaiian warrior within to protect his family, defend their land, and clear his father's name.A disabled Vietnam vet rediscovers the Hawaiian warrior within to protect his family, defend their land, and clear his father's name.A disabled Vietnam vet rediscovers the Hawaiian warrior within to protect his family, defend their land, and clear his father's name.

  • Director
    • Brian Kohne
  • Writer
    • Brian Kohne
  • Stars
    • Moronai Kanekoa
    • Kristina Anapau
    • Sonya Balmores
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.2/10
    105
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Brian Kohne
    • Writer
      • Brian Kohne
    • Stars
      • Moronai Kanekoa
      • Kristina Anapau
      • Sonya Balmores
    • 3User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 4 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Moronai Kanekoa
    Moronai Kanekoa
    • Nohea Kanekoa
    Kristina Anapau
    Kristina Anapau
    • Rose Coyle
    Sonya Balmores
    Sonya Balmores
    • Kimberly Coyle
    Stefan C. Schaefer
    Stefan C. Schaefer
    • Victor Coyle
    Branscombe Richmond
    Branscombe Richmond
    • The Moke
    Marlene Sai
    • Grandma Kanekoa
    Augie Tulba
    • Detective Tulba
    Mel Cabang
    • Sheldon Zhang
    Vene Chun
    • Bossy Kanekoa
    Kainoa Horcajo
    Kainoa Horcajo
    • Bill Kanekoa
    Steven Dascoulias
    • Chad Blake
    Kealani Warner
    • Kimberly Coyle
    Hoku Pavao
    • Hoku
    Bill Hensley
    • Mr. Hensley
    J.D. Tanuvasa
    J.D. Tanuvasa
    • Terry
    Kathy Collins
    • Disc Jockey '71
    Kawika Dang
    • Kaho'olawe Warrior
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    • Director
      • Brian Kohne
    • Writer
      • Brian Kohne
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    10mwukelic-61210

    Great story that also gets Hawaii right

    First, about the movie itself -

    The plot has an intricate, whodunit film noir feel that doesn't spoon feed us clues. If you pay attention, the subtle details will come back to you time and again. Like, "ah, THAT'S why ____ did that!" Can't really say much more about the plot without creating a spoiler alert, lol. Suffice to say ... it works.

    The actors cast as the main characters Nohea and Kim (Moronai Kanekoa and Kristine Anapau) are both skilled pros, so they were able to carry the plot and validity of the premise. This is also true for supporting actors Augie Tulba and Mel Cabang - both local Hawaiian personalities who showed serious drama skills here. And Vene Chun's performance as Uncle Bossy was pivotal to the emotional success of the plot. Sonya Balmores as Rose was probably the most perfect casting I've ever seen - there is something ethereal about her that both beautiful and heartbreaking. Can't describe it. I'll stop here before I end up discussing every cast member.

    Now about the Hawaiian aspect of Kuleana - I've lived in Hawaii half my long life, and have seen so many movies and TV shows trying to get it right, but missing the boat a bit. (No pun intended). This one succeeds.

    First of all, I am not Hawaiian, but I have great respect and affection for this culture. So know that I can only relate my experience through the lens of a non-Hawaiian. But having said that, I've got to say ... the authenticity and soul of the cultural aspect of this film truly touched me. Deeply.

    Cinematically, I'd say that one of the trickiest aspects that Kohne accomplished was to keep the cultural aspect low key enough to not distract from the main plot, but to weave it throughtout in such a way that - by the time the credits rolled - that impact of it had me in tears. The "let me sit here for a minute" kind. In a good way.

    I'm not sure what the mainland release possibilities are but if you have a chance, I highly recommend seeing it. At least once, if not twice.
    7snaker-3

    Interesting look at 1970s Hawaiian Culture

    This strange tale does its best to show modern Hawaiian culture. It goes a bit overboard in a rollercoaster plot.
    10Jdtanuvasa

    Ha'aheo!

    This film showcases Hawaii in such a beautiful, powerful, and informative light! It not only covers the issues that we sometimes face as human beings, but also the serious issues that Hawaiians and specifically the Island of Maui had to endure. To me, Kuleana means more than just responsibility. As a Hawaiian, I don't know own the land, I belong to it. It is my Kuleana to be a guardian of these lands. It's time for our stories to be told. I highly recommend this incredible film.

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    • Release date
      • May 5, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Languages
      • English
      • Hawaiian
      • Japanese
    • Also known as
      • Maui
    • Filming locations
      • Maui, Hawaii, USA
    • Production company
      • Hawaii Cinema
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $33,953
    • Gross worldwide
      • $33,953
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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