MADE IN HAWAI‘I SHORTS: KAHILU SHOWCASE

Presented By Kahilu & the Hawaii International Film Festival
Two children with a surfboard walk past a parked blue pickup truck, with a man inside, under a banner for the Hawai‘i International Film Festival and the text "MADE IN HAWAI‘I SHORTS.
November 8, 2025
2:30pm
$13
Mainstage

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BIRDS OF PARADISE

Three Micronesian boys in Hawaii have a day to prepare for a funeral and find their friend’s hidden treasure.,

DASHER

On his last day in Hawaii before returning to school, a young man drifts through moments with family and friends, quietly reflecting on what it means to leave home behind.,

WHAT WE CARRY

On the North Shore of Oahu, siblings Jesse and Hunter are shaped by the unforgiving surf culture and their father's relentless pressure. What begins as playful dares escalates into a dangerous rivalry, pushing them toward a life-altering reckoning with their fears, their bond, and the powerful tides that control them both.,

BREAKING THE TIDE

After years of heartbreaking miscarriages, Sala and her husband are losing hope of becoming parents. But when tragedy and fate collide, Sala finds herself confronted with an impossible choice. Torn between the weight of her losses and the possibility of a new beginning, she must decide if opening her heart again will bring healing—or a pain too heavy to bear.,

SLACK TIDE

A down-and-out food delivery driver and a wayward restaurant worker team up for a chaotic night of deliveries on Christmas Eve.,

THE ARRANGEMENTS

Birds of Paradise is a deeply personal exploration of the emotional tides experienced by individuals caught in cycles of unhealthy relationships and economic struggle. Using the vivid oceanic imagery of Oahu, the film balances raw, intimate storytelling with a visually striking narrative, capturing the contrasts between inner turmoil and fleeting moments of peace. It also subtly reflects the negative effects of tourism on the island, showcasing its impact on local culture and the environment.

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