Shaka: A Story of Aloha
A documentary on the origin, meanings and uses of the gesture. The shaka sign is reputed to be over a century old, but its origins are the stuff of myths and legends. It turns out that kupuna (Hawaiian elders) have kept the story secret for almost a century. Why? They didn't want it told incorrectly or commercialized. But given advancing age and a world in need, they decided it was time to share the story.
Cast
Henry Kapono Ka'aihue
Self
Kekela Miller
Self
Moana Jones Wong
Self
Steve Sue
Self
Brook Lee
Self
Lanai Tabura
Self
Kenneth S. Hara
Self
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