Short Film
HO‘OMAU
English
Ho‘omau is an animated short that explores grief, love, and the eternal bond between mother and daughter. After the devastating loss of her mom, a young girl struggles to comprehend mortality and the vastness of existence. Through memory, spirit, and self-discovery, she begins to find her mother again in the lessons left behind. The film reflects on how love transcends death, offering hope and connection beyond loss.
Credits
CastHana Mcevilly, Keili Mcevilly, Chris Miyashiro, Kalena Poland
DirectorHana Mcevilly
WriterHana Mcevilly, Nate Bizzack
CinematographerHana Mcevilly
Part of KEIKI INDIGENOUS SHORTS
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- Run Time:
- 4 mins
- Country:
- Hawaiʻi (United States)
- Genre:
- Animation
- Language(s):
- English
Location
Consolidated Theatres Kahala
Honolulu
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