On Waikiki Beach stand four giant boulders placed as a tribute to the four legendary mahu – individuals of dual male and female spirit - who brought the healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii long ago. Although the stones have survived for centuries, their story has been hidden and the respected role of mahu erased. The Healer Stones of Kapaemahu feature documentary uses rare archival materials, new historical findings, and vivid animation to trace the trail of post-colonial suppression and bring the unexpurgated story back to life.

Directed by Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, Dean Hamer, and Joe Wilson, produced in association with Pacific Islanders in Communications.

Cinematography - Andrew Boticelli, Gerard Elmore, Sancia Miala Shiba Nash, Drew K. Broderick

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