“Sharing Aloha,” a documentary that looks at the behind-the-scenes lives of students who work at the Polynesian Cultural Center, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
The film opened in Consolidated Theatres in Hawai’i on Friday, Aug. 29.
“We’re honored to share ‘Sharing Aloha’ with an even wider audience through Prime Video,” said Alfred Grace, president and CEO of the Polynesian Cultural Center, in a written statement. “This film offers a heartfelt look at the people and purpose behind the PCC, and we hope it inspires viewers to connect with the values of aloha that guide everything we do.”
Leading up to the launch on Amazon Prime Video, the documentary also had showings on the Mainland. Several of the students featured in the film are part of PCC’s signature show, “Hā: Breath of Life,” and talk about getting ready for performances and balancing work with being a student.
“This film has already made a huge impact on those who had a chance to watch it,” said Blair Treu, the film’s producer and director, in a written statement. “We hope those who are watching from home can feel that same impact of strength, joy and aloha that was captured in this film.”
The movie is free for those who have Amazon Prime subscriptions.
Viewers have the chance to win a free trip for two to Hawai’i if they watch the movie within 48 hours of its release, take a selfie or screenshot while watching and post to their Instagram stories and tag @SharingAlohaTheMovie with the hashtag #WatchSharingAloha. The post must be made by 3 p.m. HST on Saturday, Oct. 25. For more information, go to sharingalohathemovie.com.
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Katie Helland can be reached at katie@alohastatedaily.com.
