Dear Aloha

A FILM ABOUT THE HAWAIIAN DIASPORA

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Hawaiʻi is known for its aloha. But can aloha exist without Hawaiians?

An intimate profile of Diasporic Hawaiians living thousands of miles away from home. Dear Aloha shows how aloha sustains our people amidst distance, loss, and longing. Supported by PBS and Firelight Media.

Screenings/Events

We are dedicated to providing screenings for the public, for those interested in authentic understanding of Hawaiʻi and learning about how the Hawaiian Diaspora affects the islands. If you're interested in hosting a screening, please contact us.

February 16, 2025
Oregon Public Broadcasting x Dear Aloha event
Portland, OR
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February 16, 2025
Portland, OR
Come join us for an evening of food, mele, healing, and hula.
February 2025
Pacific Northwest Tour - public screenings
Seattle, WA
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February 2025
Seattle, WA
Come join us for an evening of food, mele, and hula.
October 22
Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival
Hot Springs, AK
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October 22
Hot Springs, AK, Hot Springs, AR, USA
Come join us for the Southern screening of Dear Aloha!
October 17 & 21
New Orleans Film Festival
New Orleans, LA
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October 17 & 21
New Orleans, LA, 636 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
Come join us for the Southern premiere of Dear Aloha!
October 19 at 6:15 pm
Pacific Island Film Festival of NYC
New York, NY
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October 19 at 6:15 pm
New York, NY, 181-189 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA
Come join us for the NYC Premiere of Dear Aloha!
Sat, Oct 05
Hawaiʻi International Film Festival
Honolulu, HI
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Oct 05, 2024, 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM
Honolulu, HI, Kahala Theater
Come join us for the World Premiere of Dear Aloha!

Support the movement

By donating today, you play a vital role in supporting our mission to bring healing to our communities and shift the narrative of Hawai‘i. Every contribution, big or small, helps us share this Native story and our mental health events across the continent and beyond. We are committed to creating intentional, meaningful content that will resonate with our Pacific Islander ʻohana and all those who love Hawai‘i.

Mahalo nui loa for your kokua!