The movie, originally titled Kuleana and known as Maui in 2017, is a drama mystery film. The film was mainly shot in Maui, Hawaii, USA, between 1st May and 30th June 2016. Notably, the film features Moronai Kanekoa, Kristina Anapau, and Sonya Balmores among others. This article gives details about the locations used for filming, notable dates, and some interesting trivia about the film.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was exclusively filmed in Maui, Hawaii, USA. The beautiful Hawaiian landscape provided the perfect backdrop for the engaging storyline. Filming took place over a two-month span, starting on May 1, 2016, and ending on June 30, 2016.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Moronai Kanekoa | Nohea Kanekoa |
| Kristina Anapau | Rose Coyle |
| Sonya Balmores | Kimberly Coyle |
| Stefan C. Schaefer | Victor Coyle |
| Branscombe Richmond | The Moke |
| Marlene Sai | Grandma Kanekoa |
| Augie Tulba | Detective Tulba |
| Mel Cabang | Sheldon Zhang |
| Vene Chun | Bossy Kanekoa |
| Kainoa Horcajo | Bill Kanekoa |
| Steven Dascoulias | Chad Blake |
| Kealani Warner | Kimberly Coyle |
| Hoku Pavao | Hoku |
| Bill Hensley | Mr. Hensley |
| J.D. Tanuvasa | Terry |
| Kathy Collins | Disc Jockey ’71 |
| Kawika Dang | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Kona Dinneen | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Keoni Duey | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Kaleo Evangelista | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Larry Feinberg | Sunburned Tourist |
| Gabriel Frampton | Beachgoer |
| Kuiokalani Lee Gapero | Mea oli (chanter) |
| Robert Horcajo | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Kale Ka’alekahi | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| John Kaio Kawai | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Kalapana Kollars | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Cyris Laury-Schaefer | Boy #1 |
| Talei Laury-Schaefer | Hulahooping Girl |
| Michael McCartney | Disc Jockey ’59 |
| Kapono Na’ili’ili | Officer Na’ili’ili |
| Tai Over | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Jim Oxborrow | Lieutenant McFoler |
| L.D. Reynolds | Disc Jockey ’71 |
| Jett Robideaux | Mrs. Agbuya |
| Virginia Sandell | Virginia Hensley |
| Barry Sharp | 1959 Disc Jockey (voice) |
| Mahealani Sims-Tulba | Malaya |
| Halemanu Villiarimo | Kaho’olawe Warrior |
| Tsune Watenabe | Yoshi |
| Anuhea Yagi | Detective Mitchell |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was originally titled Kuleana which was later changed to Maui in 2017.
- Brian Kohne directed and wrote the script for the film.
- Notable actors in the film include Moronai Kanekoa, Kristina Anapau, and Sonya Balmores.
- The movie has earned accolades, including four wins and one nomination.
- The film’s runtime is 1 hour and 35 minutes.
- In addition to English, some dialogue in the film is also in Hawaiian and Japanese.
- The film was made under the banner of Hawaii Cinema and was distributed by Digital Cinema United in 2024 in the United States.
- The movie received a parental guidance rating (PG-13) in the United States.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Maui, Hawaii, USA
- Latitude: 20.7983626
- Longitude: -156.3319253
- Place ID: ChIJ3WFMzEorVXkRfz4R3EHnQ8w
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Maui, Hawaii, USA
- Timezone: Pacific/Honolulu
