A DOCUMENTARY ABOUT PARADISE
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Aloha. Mahalo. Hang Loose! From Japan’s temples to Brazil’s beaches to Hawaii’s epic North Shore waves, embark on a global quest to unravel the mystery of the Shaka gesture. Discover why it ignites pride in train-jumpers, surfers and everyday adventurers alike. Experience 110 years of Shaka history as questor Steve Sue builds a “who dunnit” bulletin board for his Aunty Kela to reveal the gestureʻs origins, meanings and how it holds the secrets to creating and preserving paradise. See Full Synopsis »
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The 100th Seeds of Aloha | Published on Hawaiʻi Public Radio’s Bytemarks Café
We’re honored to share a very special episode from Bytemarks Café — Episode 907: The 100th Seeds of Aloha, aired on January 9, 2026. This...
Island News Kitv4: The Untold Story Behind Hawaii’s Most Iconic Gesture
Steve Sue joins Island Life Live to share the story behind Shaka: A Story of Aloha, a slice-of-life “who dunnit” style film that explores...
HawaiiNewsNow: ‘Shaka’ documentary on Hawaii’s official hand gesture celebrates digital debut
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The history of Hawaii’s state hand gesture will soon be introduced to a new audience worldwide. “Shaka: A Story...
“SHAKA, A Story of Aloha” Acquired by Freestyle Digital Media for January Release
"SHAKA, A Story of Aloha" Set for Digital Debut on VOD Platforms Jan. 16, 2026 Los Angeles, CA – December 30, 2025 – Freestyle Digital...
“Shaka, A Story of Aloha” Hawai’i Premiere at HIFF Oct, 2024
HONOLULU (Sept. 6, 2024) — The feature-length documentary Shaka, A Story of Aloha, which delves into the origins, meanings, and mysteries...
SHAKA LAW: Hawaii First State to Get Official Hand Gesture
Hawaii has become the first US state to claim an official hand gesture known as the 'shaka.' On Monday, Governor Josh Green signed Senate...
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The 100th Seeds of Aloha | Published on Hawaiʻi Public Radio’s Bytemarks Café
We’re honored to share a very special episode from Bytemarks Café — Episode 907: The 100th Seeds of Aloha, aired on January 9, 2026. This...
Island News Kitv4: The Untold Story Behind Hawaii’s Most Iconic Gesture
Steve Sue joins Island Life Live to share the story behind Shaka: A Story of Aloha, a slice-of-life “who dunnit” style film that explores...
HawaiiNewsNow: ‘Shaka’ documentary on Hawaii’s official hand gesture celebrates digital debut
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The history of Hawaii’s state hand gesture will soon be introduced to a new audience worldwide. “Shaka: A Story...
“SHAKA, A Story of Aloha” Acquired by Freestyle Digital Media for January Release
"SHAKA, A Story of Aloha" Set for Digital Debut on VOD Platforms Jan. 16, 2026 Los Angeles, CA – December 30, 2025 – Freestyle Digital...
New! Shaka Film Poster
A new Shaka Film Poster just dropped. This version features an AI generated backdrop image graced by Illustrator generated graphics and...
SHAKA Screens for Hawaiʻi State Legislature
Shaka, A Story of Aloha will screen for the Hawaiʻi State Legislature on April, 15, 2025, 3:30-5:00pm at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol...
OMG, "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is NOW LIVE ON DEMAND at Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home and other platforms. Huge mahalo to Glen Reynolds of circusroadfilms and the team at @freestyledigitalmedia for making this happen. TONIGHT: join our Live Online Q&A anytime 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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SHAKA: A STORY OF ALOHA is a lighthearted quest to uncover the origins of Hawai‘i’s iconic hand sign. From surfers to soldiers to folk hero Hamana Kalili, the film reveals how Shaka became a global symbol of Aloha.
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SHAKA: A STORY OF ALOHA is now available to rent or own on cable, satellite, and digital platforms, including @appletv and @primevideo.
Watch SHAKA: A STORY OF ALOHA today.
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Thereʻs nothing worse than a weak Shaka. Upgrade yours by watching "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home TONIGHT! And drop into our Live Online Q&A today 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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Check out 88 Tees and some of their Shaka Shirts after watching "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" digital premiere on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home. Join us TONIGHT in our Live Online Q&A anytime 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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5 years embedded in the paradise of Laʻie, Oʻahu. Pure love. Watch the Shaka digital premiere on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home STARTING TOMORROW! And if you watch tomorrow, feel free to drop into our Live Online Q&A anytime 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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Like surfing, inside/outside is a thing with the Shaka. Find out more in the "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" digital premiere on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home STARTING TOMORROW! And if you watch tomorrow, feel free to drop into our Live Online Q&A anytime 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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Watch the "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" digital premiere on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home 1/16/26, then meet the crew in our FREE online Q&A 1/16 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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Watch the "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" digital premiere on Apple TV, Amazon Prime or Fandango at Home STARTING FRIDAY, 1/16/26. And if you watch on Friday, feel free to drop into our Live Online Q&A anytime 3-10 pm HST (8 pm EST) on FB, LI, or YT LIVE. See links in bio.
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"Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is a Project Shaka aloha spirit film.
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