Shaka: A Story of Aloha(2024)
How one man's misfortune became the secret to paradise, living large, and with aloha.
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.
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Alex Bocchieri, director "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" Documentary at VC Film Festival, LA, by IdeateTV
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Q&A || Laie, Oahu - Featurette
Steve Sue, "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" on KCAL - Featurette
Steve Sue, producer/writer "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" Documentary at VC Film Festival, LA, IdeateTV - Featurette
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