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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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Shaka: A Story of Aloha – Steve Sue on Uncovering Hawaii’s Iconic Symbol | Filmmaker Mixer
A fun, investigative deep-dive into Hawaiʻi’s most recognizable gesture 🤙 In this podcast episode of Filmmaker Mixer, filmmaker Steve Sue...
Shaka: A Story of Aloha Featured on Crooked Marquee’s Weekly VOD Picks
Shaka: A Story of Aloha was reviewed by Crooked Marquee in their weekly feature, “VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week.”...
KHON2 Local News: Shaka: A Story of Aloha Hits Streaming Services
We’re honored to share that KHON2 Local News is spotlighting the award-winning documentary Shaka: A Story of Aloha, as it officially...
KHON2 Living808: ‘Shaka: A Story of Aloha’ Captures the True Aloha Spirit
The global symbol of kindness, connection, and aloha is taking center stage in the award-winning documentary Shaka: A Story of Aloha,...
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...
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SHAKA, Watch Free, No Ads on Kanopy
Shaka, A Story of Aloha Now Streaming on Kanopy Honolulu, Hawaiʻi — March 6, 2026 — The award-winning documentary Shaka, A Story of Aloha...
Shaka: A Story of Aloha – Steve Sue on Uncovering Hawaii’s Iconic Symbol | Filmmaker Mixer
A fun, investigative deep-dive into Hawaiʻi’s most recognizable gesture 🤙 In this podcast episode of Filmmaker Mixer, filmmaker Steve Sue...
SHAKA, 100% on RottenTomatoes
Audience reviews are in and weʻre happy to report that Shaka at RottenTomatoes attained a perfect 100% audience rating! Thereʻs even a...
Shaka: A Story of Aloha Featured on Crooked Marquee’s Weekly VOD Picks
Shaka: A Story of Aloha was reviewed by Crooked Marquee in their weekly feature, “VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week.”...
KHON2 Local News: Shaka: A Story of Aloha Hits Streaming Services
We’re honored to share that KHON2 Local News is spotlighting the award-winning documentary Shaka: A Story of Aloha, as it officially...
KHON2 Living808: ‘Shaka: A Story of Aloha’ Captures the True Aloha Spirit
The global symbol of kindness, connection, and aloha is taking center stage in the award-winning documentary Shaka: A Story of Aloha,...
While doing some research for THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha, we came across a TV show called Gallant Men with a 1963 episode entitled “One Puka Puka.” The episode features Big Island born Poncie Ponce (Hawaiian Eye) playing Lt. Joe O’Hara and Honolulu born Frank Atienza (Blue Hawaii, Star Trek) playing Cowboy in the 100th INF BN (SEP), WWII. Lt. O’Hara thanks Cowboy for saving him from being killed by a German soldier and Cowboy throws a 🤙 shakey Shaka 🤙 back, consistent with his real life Honolulu upbringing.
In our previous film, SHAKA, A Story of Aloha, the earliest recorded Shaka we found was Elvis Presley’s 1973 Aloha from Hawaii “Hana Hou” Shaka 🤙 thrown during the first global satellite broadcast ever.
This one predates Elvis’ by a decade. More importantly, it’s thrown before Lippy Espinda’s early 1970s use in his TV show and/or used car sales ads.
You go Cowboy!!!🤠 🤙 #shaka #aloha
Mahalo nui to all who attended 🌺 THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha 🎥 Sponsors Test Screening on Memorial Day! And thx for all the constructive comments which are being integrated for our next set of test screenings in Honolulu over the 🎆 July 4th weekend. See our linktree in bio above for events schedule and photo gallery links. 🤙
🎶 Three’s Company… well, almost! 🎶
Betsy and Buhdah are busy enjoying their veggie feast while little Machi watches from behind the fence, hoping to score an invitation. 🐶💕
Unfortunately for Machi, today’s menu is reserved for professional bunny munchers only. 🐰🥬😂
#ThreesCompany #BunnyMunchies #MachiThePoodle #Betsy&Buhdah #CuteOverload
Mahalo for those who came to support the first red carpet screening of the 100th Documentrary! What a dream team behind this powerful project.
The distribution strategy of THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha as part of a trilogy of aloha Spirit films. Mahalo Mikey Monis, KHON2 Living 808. For info, see link in bio.
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Why THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha was made in less than a yearʻs time. Mahalo Mikey Monis, KHON2 Living 808. For info, see link in bio.
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Behind the scenes on the music of THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha. Mahalo Mikey Monis, KHON2 Living 808. For info, see link in bio.
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How THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha used original music to convey the greatness of the greatest generation. Mahalo Mikey Monis, KHON2 Living 808. For info, see link in bio.
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See/hear Machi the dawgʻs first TV appearance ever with pops, Steve Sue chatting up THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha film completion. For info, see link in bio.
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