There is no architect in this world whose life story and work are so out of the norm and so exceptional as the 1995 Pritzker Prize winner Mr. Tadao Ando. Born in 1941 and raised by his great grandmother, he became a certified boxer at age 17. On a trip to Tokyo in junior high, he was struck by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Imperial Hotel and found his calling. While boxing professionally, he attended evening drawing classes, took interior design correspondence courses, and studied masters of modernist architecture on his own. From 1992 and on, Benesse Corporation president, Mr. Soichiro Fukutake, commissioned Ando to design art museums on the islands of Seto Inland Sea, in an effort to revive the diminishing population and worsening environment caused by the dumping of industrial wastes by major companies. Their visionary collaboration created Naoshima Contemporary Art Museum, a hotel annex, and Chichu Art Museum complex, with the latter dedicated to works of Claude Monet and two contemporary artists. Starting in 2010, with Kagawa government’s partnership, Mr. Fukutake launched the first Setouchi Art Triennial. By this time, the once devasted islands had become an art destination attracting millions of domestic as well as foreign tourists.

The short films will help us appreciate the self-taught architect who continues to design museums in the Seto Inland Sea even after having five internal organs removed in 2009 and 2014 due to pancreatic cancer.

His works can are concentrated in Osaka area but are also found in S. Korea, Taiwan, US, Canada, France, Germany, China, Switzerland, Itay, and Australia.

Make it a Whoville holiday with your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra.

This holiday season, HSO brings to life the beloved classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey. Watch Cindy Lou Who on the big screen as she takes matters into her own hands to show the Grinch the true meaning of Christmas. The orchestra will perform live to the film score by the late, great composer James Horner.

© 2023 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.

Make it a Whoville holiday with your Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra.

This holiday season, HSO brings to life the beloved classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey. Watch Cindy Lou Who on the big screen as she takes matters into her own hands to show the Grinch the true meaning of Christmas. The orchestra will perform live to the film score by the late, great composer James Horner.

© 2023 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.

One of the longest running and most respected queer film festivals in the country!

HRFF35 highlights in-person screenings of international features and Hawaiʻi-made world premieres; plus a free program of on-line shorts, and fabulous parties for filmmakers and film lovers.

One of the longest running and most respected queer film festivals in the country!

HRFF35 highlights in-person screenings of international features and Hawaiʻi-made world premieres; plus a free program of on-line shorts, and fabulous parties for filmmakers and film lovers.

One of the longest running and most respected queer film festivals in the country!

HRFF35 highlights in-person screenings of international features and Hawaiʻi-made world premieres; plus a free program of on-line shorts, and fabulous parties for filmmakers and film lovers.

Songs of Love from Hawaiʻi combines musical performances from world-renowned artists with simple but visually striking animation to share personal stories of sacrifice, courage and love.

The film uses an innovative storytelling technique to document the journeys of Korean immigrants who arrived in Hawaiʻi starting in 1903.

Following the screening, join us for a conversation with:

• Jinyoung Lee,  Director & Executive Producer

• Keola Beamer, Slack-Key Guitarist

• Chee-Yun, Violinist 
  

Click the RSVP button to register now! Registration closes on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 5:00 pm. Once registered, a link will be emailed to you a few days before the screening.

The box office hit Fantastic Fungi, directed by Louie Schwartzberg, is returning to theaters with an enhanced experience in Fantastic Fungi Remastered, which offers audiences an unparalleled viewing experience with enhanced visuals and sound, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully in the breathtaking beauty and awe-inspiring wonder of the fungal kingdom.

The box office hit Fantastic Fungi, directed by Louie Schwartzberg, is returning to theaters with an enhanced experience in Fantastic Fungi Remastered, which offers audiences an unparalleled viewing experience with enhanced visuals and sound, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully in the breathtaking beauty and awe-inspiring wonder of the fungal kingdom.

Big Picture Ranch and Area 23a present Common Ground -  a hopeful and uplifting story of the pioneers of the “Regenerative Movement” who produce tremendous quantities of nutritionally dense food and are working to balance the climate – all while bringing our entire ecosystem back to life. The film explores how Americans from different walks of life, different political backgrounds, and different parts of the country share one thing in common –the very soil beneath their feet. The film investigates the power of “regenerative” farming systems –from large to small-scale farmers who are the champions of soil health as the key to unlocking more (and healthier) food to feed America and the world.

Big Picture Ranch and Area 23a present Common Ground -  a hopeful and uplifting story of the pioneers of the “Regenerative Movement” who produce tremendous quantities of nutritionally dense food and are working to balance the climate – all while bringing our entire ecosystem back to life. The film explores how Americans from different walks of life, different political backgrounds, and different parts of the country share one thing in common –the very soil beneath their feet. The film investigates the power of “regenerative” farming systems –from large to small-scale farmers who are the champions of soil health as the key to unlocking more (and healthier) food to feed America and the world.

Pet Sounds Live takes the audience on a journey through narration, live music, visual projections and historical facts all through the lens of Brian Wilson’s masterpiece, PET SOUNDS.

In addition to the complete album, the show also features many other Beach Boys classics like; “California Girls”, “Don’t Worry, Baby”, and the legendary pocket symphony, “Good Vibrations” among others. This is way more than a tribute. More than a band. More than an homage. PET SOUNDS LIVE is a rock and roll story that comes to life on stage like no other show before. Pet Sounds Live takes you back in time inside the studio and behind the glass as you see and hear the creation of some of the greatest, most beloved music in rock and roll history performed right before your eyes and ears.

Pet Sounds Live takes the audience on a journey through narration, live music, visual projections and historical facts all through the lens of Brian Wilson’s masterpiece, PET SOUNDS.

In addition to the complete album, the show also features many other Beach Boys classics like; “California Girls”, “Don’t Worry, Baby”, and the legendary pocket symphony, “Good Vibrations” among others. This is way more than a tribute. More than a band. More than an homage. PET SOUNDS LIVE is a rock and roll story that comes to life on stage like no other show before. Pet Sounds Live takes you back in time inside the studio and behind the glass as you see and hear the creation of some of the greatest, most beloved music in rock and roll history performed right before your eyes and ears.

HoMA continues its collaboration with the Bud Browne Film Archives to present Bud Browne’s film short Yesterday, followed by Browne’s epic classic Locked In!. The evening celebrates the stories of surfing from yesterday to present day. Surfing luminaries Joey Cabell, Randy Rarick, Jock Sutherland, Darrick Doerner, Jeannie Chesser, Emi Erickson, Lyle Carlson, and Clark Abbey join a panel talk story.  

Yesterday pays tribute to the kupuna of surfing who are no longer with us, while feature film Locked In! revisits surfing's pioneering men and women of the golden era of early surfing in Hawaiʻi and California. 

Of the Sea is North Shore surfer and photographer Bruno Lemos’s autobiographical documentary. As a young man, Lemos travelled from his native Brazil to the North Shore of O‘ahu in 1991 to pursue a career in surfing. Starting with nothing, Lemos eventually becomes a fixture in the community and a successful photographer. An inspiring story that is illustrated with epic images selected from Lemos’ vast and rich archive. 

HSFF 2024 Shorts: This showcase of 9 short films illustrates the ever-expanding reach of surfing and surf culture throughout each corner of the world.

Wave Warriors: Herbie Fletcher’s 1985 VHS classic Wave Warriors has been restored! See the era’s superstars such as Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew, Tommy Curren, Herbie Fletcher, Marvin Foster, Hans Hedemann, Derek Ho, Michael Ho, Dane Kealoha, Tony Moniz, Martin Potter, and Shaun Tomson, make it look effortless at gigantic Sunset and huge Pipeline.

Some Like It Classic: A tribute to the 1965 film Some Like It Wet, is an independent feature film shot entirely in beautiful 16mm color film over a seven-year period, documenting long boarding and early hotdogging through some of the most influential surfboard evolution designs and surfing pioneers' history. Shot in Southern California, Hawai‘i, Mexico, France, and Rhode Island, this film is also a journey that shows some fun, stylish, effortless, and smooth surfing that honors the traditional and timeless culture of surfing. Starring Sean Tully, Clovis Donizetti, Lance Carson, Joshua Martin, Randy Rarick, Tyler Warren, JJ Wessels, Jock Sutherland, Oliver Parker, Brian Bent, Beau Young, Matt Chojnacki, Rosie Jaffurs, Keoki Saguibo, John Wade, Mike Black, Romain Quesada amongst others. 

The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. Experience Jurassic Park as never before:  projected on the big screen in HD with the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. Welcome… to Jurassic Park!

© Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Note: This concert includes the film projected on a large screen.

The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. Experience Jurassic Park as never before:  projected on the big screen in HD with the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. Welcome… to Jurassic Park!

© Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Note: This concert includes the film projected on a large screen.

Four-time Academy Award winner Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s classic All About Eve (1950) is famous for its smart dialogue, dramatic twists and turns, and an extraordinary cast. Esteemed New York Times film critic Bosley Crowther hailed it as “witty, mature and worldly-wise.” Bette Davis, in what Roger Ebert called her greatest role, stars as an imperious Broadway star, while Anne Baxter plays a young upstart striving to scheme her way into the limelight. A virtual unknown by the name of Marilyn Monroe shines in a  small comic role as a sexy aspiring actor.

The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen in Concert with composer Christophe Beck’s GRAMMY®-nominated score performed live to the film. The film and its multi-Platinum soundtrack feature eight songs written by Academy Award®, Emmy®, and GRAMMY®-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, including the Oscar® and GRAMMY®-winning song “Let It Go” performed by Idina Menzel.

Fearless optimist, Princess Anna, sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven – to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. Voices include Kristen Bell (Anna), Jonathan Groff (Kristoff), Idina Menzel (Elsa), Josh Gad (Olaf), Santino Fontana (Hans), Alan Tudyk (Duke of Weselton). The film received the Academy® Award for Best Animated Feature.

The Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra presents Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen in Concert with composer Christophe Beck’s GRAMMY®-nominated score performed live to the film. The film and its multi-Platinum soundtrack feature eight songs written by Academy Award®, Emmy®, and GRAMMY®-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, including the Oscar® and GRAMMY®-winning song “Let It Go” performed by Idina Menzel.

Fearless optimist, Princess Anna, sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven – to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. Voices include Kristen Bell (Anna), Jonathan Groff (Kristoff), Idina Menzel (Elsa), Josh Gad (Olaf), Santino Fontana (Hans), Alan Tudyk (Duke of Weselton). The film received the Academy® Award for Best Animated Feature.

Our Planet is a spectacular natural history event featuring favorite scenes and highlights from the Our Planet series. Our Planet Live in Concert was created by the series composer and Academy Award®-winner Steven Price, and the show will feature spectacular visual and sound effects and on-screen narration from David Attenborough.

The magnificent series score will be performed live by an orchestra. This specially-curated reimagining of the Netflix series will take you on a journey across our planet, like you’ve never seen it before.

Our Planet is a spectacular natural history event featuring favorite scenes and highlights from the Our Planet series. Our Planet Live in Concert was created by the series composer and Academy Award®-winner Steven Price, and the show will feature spectacular visual and sound effects and on-screen narration from David Attenborough.

The magnificent series score will be performed live by an orchestra. This specially-curated reimagining of the Netflix series will take you on a journey across our planet, like you’ve never seen it before.

"The Master Chief" is a riveting cinematic experience that explores the challenges and triumphs of a young Filipino sailor in the U.S. Navy. This film not only pays homage to Filipino American History Month but also underscores the strength of bonds forged in the crucible of adversity. Through its captivating narrative, it shines a spotlight on the unspoken heroes of the Navy and the enduring legacy of the 'Filipino Mafia.'

"Who you gonna call?”

Experience the  1984 film Ghostbusters like never before, with the Oscar®-winning score performed live by the Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra. Bring your proton pack and join the original paranormal investigation and elimination team.

A Modern High School Drama set on Kauai: A Film by Kauai Made Films

Cyberbullying, Social Media, Online Relationships. "Too Much Life" is a story about our teenagers living in an Online World.

100% of the proceeds of this event go to The Kauai Film Academy, a 501c-3 Non-profit organization that provides filmmaking opportunities and education for the youth of Kauai.