Princess Ka'iulani

2009
PG
2h 10m

IMDb RATING

6.1/10

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The true story of a Hawaiian princess' attempts to maintain the independence of the island against the threat of American colonization.

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The true story of a Hawaiian princess' attempts to maintain the independence of the island against the threat of American colonization.The true story of a Hawaiian princess' attempts to maintain the independence of the island against the threat of American colonization.The true story of a Hawaiian princess' attempts to maintain the independence of the island against the threat of American colonization.

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IMDb RATING

6.1/10

YOUR RATING

See production info at IMDbPro

Awards
- 6 wins total

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Trivia
The first film ever permitted to shoot inside Honolulu's Iolani Palace.

Goofs
In one shot, a chameleon walks across the screen. Chameleons are not native to Hawaii; they were first introduced in 1972.

Quotes
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Title Cards: Princess Ka'iulani died on March 6,1899 at the age of 23, less than one year after Hawai'i was annexed by the United States. Many believe she died of a broken heart at the loss of her nation.
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Title Cards: In 1993, President Clinton signed the "Apology Resolution" passed by Congress. The document offered an apology on behalf of the United States for the overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawai'i.
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Title Cards: To this day, Hawaiians strive to perpetuate their culture and nation.

Connections
Featured in Occasionally, I Saw Glimpses of Hawai'i (2016)

Soundtracks
Kalakaua March
Written by King David Kalakaua and Henri Berger
Performed by The Royal Hawaiian Band

User reviews21

Featured review

5/10

Important topic

The film isn't that great of a film, but the topic is certainly important and rarely seen. The period costumes are good and the tone is equally good, but it's a bit dull.