Shaka: A Story of Aloha(2024)
How one man's misfortune became the secret to paradise, living large, and with aloha.
Shaka: A Story of Aloha Synopsis
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.
Shaka: A Story of Aloha (2024) is a documentary film directed by Alexander Bocchieri, released on May 2, 2024 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars Henry Kapono Ka'aihue, Kekela Miller, Moana Jones Wong and Steve Sue.
- Director:
- Alexander Bocchieri
- Writers:
- Steve Sue
- Producers:
- Steve Sue
- Status:
- Released
Shaka: A Story of Aloha (2024) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Shaka: A Story of Aloha before you stream it.
Shaka: A Story of Aloha Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Shaka: A Story of Aloha.
Trailer
Trailer
Q&A || Laie, Oahu
Featurette
HIFF Premiere
Featurette
Steve Sue, producer/writer "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" Documentary at VC Film Festival, LA, IdeateTV
Featurette
Alex Bocchieri, director "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" Documentary at VC Film Festival, LA, by IdeateTV
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Steve Sue, "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" on KCAL
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Film World Premiere
Featurette
Shaka: A Story of Aloha Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Henry Kapono Ka'aihue
Henry Kapono Ka'aihue
as Self
- Kekela Miller
Kekela Miller
as Self
Moana Jones Wong
as Self
- Steve Sue
Steve Sue
as Self
Brook Lee
as Self
- Lanai Tabura
Lanai Tabura
as Self
- Kenneth S. Hara
Kenneth S. Hara
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Alexander Bocchieri, written by Steve Sue, produced by Steve Sue.
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Shaka: A Story of Aloha – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Shaka: A Story of Aloha?
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The main cast of Shaka: A Story of Aloha (2024) includes Henry Kapono Ka'aihue, Kekela Miller, Moana Jones Wong, Steve Sue and Brook Lee. The film was directed by Alexander Bocchieri. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Shaka: A Story of Aloha released?
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Shaka: A Story of Aloha was released on May 2, 2024 and runs for 1h 22m.
Is there a trailer for Shaka: A Story of Aloha?
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