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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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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...
PBS Hawaii Features Steve Sue
With a new documentary and an effort to change our state’s license plates, Steve Sue’s mission to spread aloha is bringing shaka back.Read...
Hawaii Declares ‘Shaka’ Its Official State Hand Gesture
Flash a closed hand with the thumb and pinkie sticking out, and every Hawaii resident knows what it means. Used by everyone from kids to...
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SHAKA Film Hits Streaming!
"SHAKA, A Story of Aloha" went live Friday, January 16, 2026 on most streaming platforms including Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Fandango at...
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...
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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🌺 This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who served our nation with courage and gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we hold dear. Their legacy of selflessness, honor, and love for country continues to inspire us every single day.
To all the fallen heroes — mahalo nui loa from the bottom of our hearts. You are not forgotten.
With deep respect and aloha,
#100thSeedsofAloha 🇺🇸🌺
HAROLD WANTS YOU to hear all the original songs 🎵 of THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha 🎥 at his live concert 5pm-7pm, Club 100, by ‘Iolani School. See bio link above for link to Eventbrite. #honolululife
A story of courage. Sacrifice. Aloha. 🇺🇸🌺
THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha honors the heroic legacy of Hawaiʻi’s legendary “Purple Heart Battalion” — the brave Nisei soldiers of the 100th Infantry Battalion whose courage helped change history during World War II.
Mahalo to Living808 and KHON2 for featuring our film and helping share this important story with new generations.
View details here: https://www.khon2.com/living-808/hawaii-film-100th-battalion/
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Part 2: one of the best teasers we’ve ever seen! Mahalo @living808tv Kelly, John, Mikey and Lulu for welcoming MACHI to set - John’s right, who the needs to talk to Steve when you got MACHI! Note the music bed in this clip is also from the film’s original soundtrack by Harold Payne and David Kopatz… the public is invited to a soundtrack concert on Saturday, May 23 at Club 100, across the street from ‘Iolani School’s entrance. Tix available at Eventbrite.
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