Special Screening of Kuleana

​Join us in ​​EMAX​ at 7:30 pm​ for a special screening ​- before it shows in cinemas this Spring – ​of ​​indie motion picture KULEANA, presented by former Kalani volunteer, Adi Ell-Ad.​ ​Adi lives on Maui and is editor and associate producer of the film, and will answer audience questions​ post-screening.

Kuleana – movie is a mystery/drama about a disabled Vietnam vet who must rediscover the Hawaiian warrior within to protect his family, defend their land, and clear his father’s name.

Kuleana is the Hawaiian word for responsibility. It can also mean ownership, authority, concern, and property. In 1971, few understood the concept of kuleana, as the Hawaiian Renaissance, a reawakening of island culture, had yet to begin. The 1960​'​s perpetuated a century-long departure from traditional ways; postcard-perfect sunsets, grass skirts, and mai tais comprised a happy, carefree facade. Lounge acts defined Hawaiian music, ancient customs and values teetered on the precipice of extinction and, incredibly, the U.S. Navy regularly bombed the island of Kaho'olawe for target practice. In Hawaiian culture, ‘aina, or land, is sacred, as revered as ‘ohana (family); the shelling of the uninhabited island was deeply hurtful and offensive. On the surface, it seemed nobody really cared… but, in fact, a new attitude was taking root.​ . .

​The suggested donation ​is ​$5 – $10​. All proceeds​ will go to Kaho'olawe Island Reserve Commission – KIRC.

​​​The film made it's debut at the Maui Film Festival in June 201​7 and has won numerous awards.