Mana Maoli | The Lewis Prize for Music Short Film

We at Mana Maoli are proud to release our latest short film, brought to life by our Hui Mo’oka’ao (Digital Storytelling team), our very own Kumu ʻEkolu-Leon Guerrrero, and some of his haumāna, in collaboration with The Lewis Prize for Music. This short film provides a deeper look into our vision and mission here at Mana Maoli. This project is a testament to the power of storytelling and the spirit of kaiāulu. Featuring: Kumu - 'Ekolu Leon Guerrero Wife - Kay Leon Guerrero Daughter - Kaya Leon Guerrero Kumu's Kupuna - William Mckenzie MD Haumana - Kalea Guerrero-Fernandez Nevaeh Fraga-Lino - Self Zeke Lomu - Self Belle Lomu - Self Makaela McCrossin - Self Evette Jugo - Self Directed by - Ty Sanga and Keanu Alop Director of Photography and Camera Operator - Waialua, Oʻahu David Woo Director of Photography and Camera Operator - Halau Kū Māna, Makiki, Oʻahu Solomon Afapada Camera Operator - Kakaʻo ʻŌiwi, Heʻeia, Oʻahu Em Cegielski Editor - Em Cegielski Colorist - David Woo Mixer and Sound Design - Lock Lynch Written by - Keanu Alop, Em Cegielski Production Team - Jonah Aguon, Melisa Vargas, Matt May Producer - Matt May Special thanks to: Hālau Kū Mana Public Charter School Kākoʻo ʻŌiwi ___ Mahalo for watching! Click the ‘Subscribe’ button and turn on post notifications to stay updated on our latest videos! Connect with Mana Maoli: Facebook:   / manamaolicollective   Instagram:   / mana_maoli   Mana Maoli: https://manamaoli.org/ The Mana Mele Project: https://www.manamele.org/