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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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PRESS
Hawai’i Shaka License Plates Launch
Rick Quan, KITV News tells the story of the launch of Hawai’i Shaka License Plates, a nonprofit support program that is optional for...
Shaka plates hit Hawaii roadways
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Shaka plates have officially hit Hawaii’s roadways. Thousands joined the waiting list for their own set of plates with...
Talk to the hand: Hawaii makes shaka state’s official gesture
The shaka is poised to become Hawaii’s official hand gesture. Last week, Hawaiian lawmakers passed a bill that would officially enshrine...
Hawaii is poised to make the ‘shaka’ its official state gesture
For decades, Hawaii residents have used the “shaka” hand gesture to convey several greetings — hello, goodbye, thank you and aloha. Now...
Shaka A Story of Aloha – Steve Sue – VC Film Fest 2024
VC Film Fest 2024. IdeateTV host Rachel Kang interviews Steve Sue the writer and producer on the feature length documentary Shaka: A Story...
Shaka A Story of Aloha – Alex Bocchieri – VC Film Fest 2024
VC Film Fest 2024. IdeateTV host Rachel Kang interviews Alex Bocchieri the director on the feature length documentary Shaka: A Story of...
BLOG
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...
SHAKA Wins Gold at Spotlight Documentary Awards
HONOLULU (February 7, 2025) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is happy to be recognized among many great docs by Spotlight Documentary Awards...
SHAKA Selected by Barcelona Indie Awards
HONOLULU (January 7, 2025) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is an official selection of Barcelona Indie Awards, 2025. The festival runs...
SHAKA Selected by Tokyo International Short Film Festival
HONOLULU (Dec. 19, 2024) — “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is an official selection of Tokyo International Shorts Film Festival (TISFF) 2025....
SHAKA Selected by Utah International Film Festival
HONOLULU (Dec. 6, 2024) — "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is an official selection to the Utah International Film Festival (UIFF), 2025. The...
SHAKA Wins Audience Choice Award, HIFF 2024
HONOLULU (Nov. 15, 2024) — "Shaka, A Story of Aloha" was awarded the Audience Choice Award for Best Feature Documentary at the Hawai’i...
🎬 Two Special Private Test Screenings of THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha
This weekend, we`re honored to present two invitation-only test screenings of THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha, a feature-length documentary honoring Hawaiʻi`s legendary 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team.
📍 Saturday, July 18
🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Daniel K. Akaka State Veterans Home
A special screening for residents, their families, and staff.
📍 Sunday, July 19
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Imin International Conference Center
Featuring the French-subtitled version of the film.
Each event includes a 110-minute screening followed by a Q&A with Producer/Director Steve Sue.
These private test screenings help refine the film before its official release while honoring the extraordinary legacy of Hawaiʻi`s heroes.
Interested in hosting a private screening for your business, organization, or community? Learn more at:
🌐 100thFilm.com
#The100thFilm #SeedsOfAloha #PrivateScreening #TestScreening #HawaiiHistory #100thInfantryBattalion #442ndRCT #AlohaSpirit #SteveSue #DocumentaryFilm #America250
Leave it to Steve to teach our friends from France, the Roure family, the proper Hawaiʻi way to finish a mango! 🥭😂🤙
Around here, you don’t stop at the slices—you suck the seed clean! No mango left behind. 😋
Safe to say the Roure family got a true local lesson today… and maybe even became honorary locals! 🇫🇷🌺❤️
Who else grew up knowing the seed is the BEST part? 🤙🥭
#OnlyInHawaii #MangoSeason #LocalStyle #RoureFamily #FranceMeetsHawaii
🎬 FREE Test Film Screening on Molokaʻi! 🇺🇸🌺
Join us for a powerful afternoon celebrating the extraordinary story of the 100th Infantry Battalion — the courageous Japanese American soldiers whose legacy of service, sacrifice, and aloha continues to inspire generations.
📅 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
🕞 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Molokaʻi Public Library
15 Ala Malama St, Kaunakakai, HI
🎤 Meet Steve Sue, Producer/Director
Event Schedule
🎥 3:30–4:15 PM – Capturing History in Film
🎬 4:30–6:15 PM – THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha Test Screening
💬 6:15–6:30 PM – Live Q&A with Steve Sue
✨ FREE Admission
Everyone is welcome! Bring your family, friends, veterans, students, and anyone interested in Hawaiʻi’s rich history.
Your support helps us continue outreach, future screenings, distribution, and the ongoing development of THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha.
Donate here: https://100thfilm.com/donate/
Mahalo for standing with local stories and helping us grow more Seeds of Aloha. 🤙🌱
Learn more: 100THFILM.COM
#The100thFilm #SeedsOfAloha #Molokai #MolokaiEvents #HawaiiHistory #WWII #PurpleHeartBattalion #JapaneseAmericanHistory #AlohaSpirit #SupportLocal #FreeEvent #Documentary #CommunityEvent #Hawaii #SteveSue #MilitaryHistory #RememberTheirLegacy #FilmScreening #VisitMolokai #HistoryMatters
🎬 Be among the first to experience THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha before its public release!
We`re hosting two special test screenings on July 17 in Honolulu, including an exclusive Q&A with Producer/Director Steve Sue.
📍 Private Screening (Residents, Guests & Staff Only)
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Craigiside Retirement Community
📍 Public Screening
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
Join us as we celebrate America`s 250th and honor the stories that shaped Hawaiʻi and our nation.
🎟️ Reserve your spot and learn more:
🌐 100thFilm.com
#The100thFilm #SeedsOfAloha #TestScreening #HonoluluEvents #HawaiiHistory #America250 #SteveSue #IndependentFilm #SupportLocalFilm #PearlHarborAviationMuseum
One story. One family. One step toward healing. ❤️
Hearing how The 100th: Seeds of Aloha helped transform generations of hurt into understanding and healing is why we tell these stories. We’re so thankful for the heartfelt feedback, and even more grateful for the positive impact this film continues to have on people’s lives. 🌺🇺🇸
#The100thSeedsOfAloha #HealingThroughStory #SeedsOfAloha #AlohaHeals #NeverForget
What an incredible afternoon! ❤️🤙
Mahalo to everyone who joined us for the FREE test screening of The 100th: Seeds of Aloha! We were humbled by the amazing turnout and grateful to see so many people come together to honor the legacy of the courageous men of the 100th Infantry Battalion.
Your support, thoughtful feedback, and heartfelt reactions mean the world to our cast, crew, and everyone who has poured their hearts into this project. Together, we’re helping preserve these stories for future generations.
A special mahalo to FPC Vintage Ministry and the First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu for hosting us, and to everyone who made the journey despite the road detour!
This is only the beginning. 🌺🇺🇸
#100thSeedsOfAloha #ProjectShaka #HonorTheirLegacy #NeverForget #SupportLocalFilm
Happy July 4th, America250! ID8 was proud to spend the afternoon doing a test screening of THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha with Arcadia Seniors. Opened by Rev David Turner, grandson of Col. Farrant Turner, first CEO of the 100th in WWII, starring Col. Walter Ozawa, post WWII 100th CO and Arcadia resident, and Q/A by producers Steve Sue and Alexander Bocchieri, it was a really memorable remembrance of the valor and sacrifices the 100th/442nd made toward the making of today’s free world. #proudtobeanamerican
Happy America250 and thx to retirement communities Maunalani and Kahala Nui for participating in test screenings of THE 100TH, Seeds of Aloha this Independence week!
🎬 Join us for a FREE Test Screening of The 100th: Seeds of Aloha!
Be among the first to experience this inspiring film celebrating aloha, resilience, and community.
📅 July 17, 2026
🕛 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
319 Lexington Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaii 96818
This screening is FREE and open to the public, as confirmed by Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Everyone is welcome to join us for this special opportunity to experience THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha and be part of its journey. Scan the QR code to register.
Event details: 100thfilm.com/event
Support the film: https://100thfilm.com/donate/
#The100thFilm #SeedsOfAloha #FreeTestScreening #HawaiiEvents #Kaneohe #OahuEvents #Aloha #HawaiiFilm #Community #SupportLocal #Donate #AllAreWelcome
"Shaka, A Story of Aloha" is a Project Shaka aloha spirit film.
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