
A DOCUMENTARY ON A GESTURE
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FREE TEST SCREENINGS
Focus Testing Events, June-Dec 2023, Host a Screening »
FREE TEST SCREENINGS
Focus Testing Events, June-Dec 2023, Host a Screening »
HCCNC, San Francisco, CA
Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Nor Cal 840 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, United StatesOpen to the public. Sponsored by Hawaii Chamber of Commerce Northern California (HCCNC). Test screening (70 mins), survey & discussion with the filmmaker. Tickets at EventBrite.
J-SEI, Emeryville, CA
J-SEI 1285 66th Street, Emeryville, CA, United StatesOpen to the public. Presented by J-SEI. Test screening (70 mins), survey & discussion with the filmmaker. Tickets at EventBrite.
HCCNC, San Jose, CA
San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin N. 5th Street, San Jose, CA, United StatesOpen to the public. Presented by Hawaii Chamber of Commerce Northern California (HCCNC). Test screening (70 mins), survey & discussion with the filmmaker. Book tickets at EventBrite.
Ka Makana at Hoakalei Community Association, Ewa Beach
Ka Makana at Hoakalei Community Association 91-1410 Keoneula Blvd, Ewa Beach, HIOpen to the public. Join us under the stars at Hoakalei Community Association Swim Club Lawn. Test screening (70-mins), survey and discussion with the filmmakers.
Osteostrong, Hawai’i Kai
Osteostrong, Hawaii Kai 6700 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI, United StatesOpen to members & their families. Reserve seats by clipboard form at the facility. 4:30pm doors, 5pm Screening (70-mins), 6:10pm Exit Survey & Q&A Discussion with the filmmakers.
The Garden, Kailua
The Garden 44 Kainehe Street, Kailua, HIJoin us for cocktails/food for purchase, a free test screening of the 70-min "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" documentary, and a short exit survey and Q/A discussion with the filmmakers. […]
Financial Executives International, Honolulu
Anthology Marketing Group 1003 Bishop St., Pauahi Tower, 8th flr., Honolulu, HI, United StatesBy Invitation Only. FEI members & Anthology staff only. Test screening, survey & discussion with the filmmaker. Contact Vivian Yasaunaga.
Celebration of Life for Lillian Yajima, Honolulu
Hale Pulama Mau Auditorium at Kuakini LTC 347 N Kuakini St., Honolulu, HI, United StatesBY INVITATION ONLY, friends and family will celebrate the life of Lillian Yajima beginning at 2pm (welcoming remarks and activities) followed by a 3-5pm test screening and discussion with filmmakers.
Neutra Office Building, Silver Lake, CA
Richard Neutra Office Building 2379 Glendale Boulevard, Silver Lake, CA, United StatesOpen to the public. Free test screening. Reservations required (Eventbrite link to open soon). 5:30 doors, 6pm screening, 7:15pm survey instruction/bathroom break, 7:20pm discussion with filmmakers.
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“Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is a 501C3 nonprofit project dedicated to sharing aloha with the world. We’re still seeking finishing and promotions funds so please support the project today.
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
Donations are tax deductible. Donors will receive a tax deduction letter. Please consult a financial advisor for tax advice. Donate by check payable to “ID8” and mail to 1012 18th Ave. Honolulu, HI, 96816 or by credit card:
CORPORATE SPONSORS
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