Films at The Doris: July + August

General information 
The Doris Duke Theatre opens its doors on Kinau Street one half-hour before each showing.
Tickets for films may be purchased at the theater door on the day of screening, beginning one half-hour before each showing.
Admission: $8.50 adults; $7.50 seniors, students and military; $5 Academy members.
Parking: For weekday matinees, theater patrons may park in the lot behind the Academy Art Center at Linekona (entrance on makai side of Beretania) for $3 with theater validation. For evening screenings, you can park free at the Academy's lot at 1035 Kinau St., Diamond Head of Victoria Street. Handicapped parking is available in the small Luce Pavilion lot on Victoria Street. Patrons using handicapped stalls should proceed to the main entrance on Kinau Street.
For the hearing impaired: The Doris Duke Theatre is equipped with the Easy Listener Hearing Assistance System. You can pick up a receiver at the ticket counter. 
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Third Annual Surf Film Festival July 9 - July 31, 2010 This year’s surf film festival is our best ever and includes 10 highly anticipated Hawai‘i premieres. The films range from pure action-packed surfing to a look at surfers who devote their lives to making art. We’ve also included HIFF favorite Fiberglass and Megapixels and the vintage gem Innermost Limits of Pure Fun. Special thanks to Eric and Jackie Walden of Chinatown Boardroom, Oxbow Surfwear Company and Tokoro Surfboards. OPENING NIGHT, FRIDAY, JULY 9, 6pm: Free beer from Kona Brewing Company and free wine from Barefoot Wine & Bubbly; the global cuisine of Da Spot will be available for purchase; music by Dr. Zaius. Film starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $10 for members, $12 for general public. NOTE: 7/28 screening of The Oxbow Watermen Experience is SOLD OUT. Read Mike Gordon's Star Advertiser story about the festival.

HAWAII PREMIERE
Lost Prophets: Search for the Collective     See the trailer.
Director: Nathan Apffel
Indonesia, Hawaii, California, Mexico, Australia, 2010, 52 mins.
• July 9: Reception 6–7:30 p.m.
 Screening at 7:30 p.m.
• July 20 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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See how professional surfers Brian Conley, Reef McIntosh, Hans Hagen, Dave Rastovich, Chris Del Moro, Dede Suryana, Nole Cossart, and Andrew Bennet balance their lives with adventure, dedication, and a deep connection to nature and the sea. Travel with them as they surf on spectacular oceans and experience nature in the most stunning locations in the world. Some people “live life asleep and only dream they’re awake,” says filmmaker Nathan Apffel. “These surfers have found a way to wake up.”

HAWAII PREMIERE
Out of Place        See the trailer.
Director: Scott Ditzenberger
USA, 2010, 65 mins.
• July 10 and 21 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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Who knew? Cleveland, Ohio, has had a surfing community since the early 1960s. Director Scott Ditzenberger’s debut film explores this underground scene. We see Vince Labbe and his friends endure harsh winter weather to surf the elusive waves of Lake Erie in a place still recovering from lost jobs and a river polluted enough to catch fire. In a 2006 article on Ditzenberger’s work in progress, the New York Times reported, “They surf in Cleveland because they must. They surf with two-inch icicles clinging to their wet suits. Through stinging hail and overpowering wind. They work nights to spend their winter days scouting surf. They are watermen on an inland sea.” Out of Place took the Viewer’s Choice award at the New York Surf Film Festival this year.

 
HAWAII PREMIERE
Fresh Fruit for Rotten Vegetables        See the trailer.
Director: Steve Cleveland
Hawaii, Australia, California, Indonesia, Mexico,
2009, 39 mins.
• July 11 at 1, 4 p.m.
• July 23, at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
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Steve Cleveland packs two years of travel footage in this fast-paced, tightly edited, action-packed surf film. Some of the best longboarders in the world—Alex Knost, CJ Nelson, Hawaii’s own Bonga Perkins—ride all types of surfboards, such as traditional single fin logs, tri-fin hi-performance longboards, alternative and retro shortboards (hulls, eggs, fish, quads, twin fins), alaias and state-of-the art shortboards.

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HAWAII PREMIERE
You Scratched My Anchor     See the trailer.
Director: Wyatt Seaverns
USA, 2010, 30 mins.
• July 11 at 1 and 4 p.m.
• July 23 at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
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Wyatt Seaverns (known in some circles as Captain Fins) and Mitch Abshere put together this playful mix featuring some of the same surfers in Fresh Fruit for Rotten Vegetables short boarding and long boarding on East and West Coast beaches. 

HAWAII PREMIERE
(One screening only)
180° South           See the trailer.
Director: Chris Malloy
USA, 2010, 85 mins.
• July 11 at 7:30 p.m.
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The latest from Chris Malloy (A Brokedown Melody) chronicles Jeff Johnson’s surf-and-climbing trip inspired by Yvon Chouinard (founder of Patagonia, the company) and Doug Tompkins’ (founder of The North Face) epic 1968 Ventura-to-Patagonia (the region) adventure, which was documented in the killer film Mountain of the Storms. The two iconic eco-heroes appear in the Patagonia wildlife preserve that Tompkins founded in 1991, so it’s no surprise that the journey and the film end up being as much about conservation as riding waves and climbing peaks.

 

Last Paradise: An Eco Adventure Film 45 years in the Making      See the trailer.
Director: Clive Neeson
New Zealand, 2010, and mins.
• July 13 and 25 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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The son of wildlife photographers, New Zealand director Clive Neeson’s life was one big adventure. The film starts with his parents’ footage of his action-packed 1960s childhood then graduates to Neeson’s own footage—from vintage shots of surf spots Noosa Beach, Petacalco, Spain, Portugal and Bali to proto-wakeboarding and snowboarding. Over time, Neeson saw that his 45 years of records of good times, faraway places and adrenaline-pumping feats could tell a larger story. Neeson reveals how the journeys of a generation of adventurers shaped their lives, values and vocations, and how they paradoxically laid a foundation for eco-tourism. These early sports pioneers’ exploits were rarely captured on quality film footage and most of it was kept under wraps to avoid exposing the secret and fragile refuges—until now.



HAWAII PREMIERE
Gum for My Boat    See the trailer.
Director: Russ Brownley
Bangladesh, 2009, 33 mins.
• July 14 and 30 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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You’re invited to the Bangladesh Surf Club, which introduces a highly unconventional surfing method to more than 30 boys and girls, many of whom are poverty-stricken street kids. Due to a fearful, conservative culture, the ocean was once deemed off limits to these children, who now see surfing as a source of fun, escape, and even a way to make a living. The film follows professional surfer Kahana Kalama (a past guest star of Fuel TV’s series On Surfari) as he works with Hawaii-based nonprofit Surfing The Nations and learns that sometimes surfing involves more than catching waves.

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Fiberglass and Megapixels      See the trailer.
Directors: Craig Hoffmann and Derek Hoffmann
USA, 2010, 48 mins.
• July 14 and 30 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.

Every winter swarms of photographers come to Hawaii to focus their cameras on the best surfers in the world. The filmmakers shine light on the North Shore and the overcrowded image-gathering free-for-all winter surfing scene. The surfing industry relies on these awe-inspiring photos to sell surfing to the masses. But before those images can capture the attention of consumers, they first must be captured on camera. Professional surfers, photographers, and cinematographers share their perspective on what it takes and what it means to get that epic shot. This film has won awards at top national surf film festivals.
 

HAWAII PREMIERE
Hanging Five: Five surfers-five artists       See the trailer.
Director: Christopher Cutri
USA, 2009, 53 mins.
• July 15 and 24 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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This upbeat, joyful film focuses on five contemporary artists who also ride longboards: Andy Davis, Tyler Warren, Julie Goldsetein, Alex Knost, and Wolfgang Bloch. The artists distinguish themselves as artists who surf, but their artwork is inextricably linked to what inspires them—the power of the ocean and the energy and exhilaration of surfing.

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FIRE                 See the trailer.
Directors: Mike Stewart and Scott Carter
USA, 2008, 48 mins.
• July 15 and 24 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.


Nine-time World Bodyboarding champion Mike Stewart has built a reputation as a top international waterman, dominating professional bodysurfing and bodyboarding events for more than two decades. Besides being a Pipeline icon, Stewart is one of the elite pioneers of deep tube riding at Tahiti’s infamous Teahupoo. This film is the culmination of his life’s journey as a wave rider, featuring incredible footage shot of and by Stewart.

HAWAII PREMIERE
Waveriders          See the trailer.
Director: Joel Conroy
Hawaii, California, Ireland, 2010, 75 mins.
• July 16 and 17 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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Featuring such internationally renowned surfers as world champion Kelly Slater, Kevin Naughton, and the Malloy brothers, Waveriders explores surfing’s legendary Irish roots. This remarkable, awe-inspiring film begins with the heroic tale of visionary Hawaiian-Irish waterman George Freeth, and travels from Hawaii to Southern California to the striking cliffs of Ireland. With must-see footage, this film reaches a thrilling climax when today’s most daring surfers, wearing extra heavy wetsuits, booties, gloves, and headgear conquer the biggest swell—waves reaching more then 50 feet in height—ever ridden in Ireland. Surfer Magazine writes that Waveriders is “a gripping and artful story.”

Innermost Limits of Pure Fun     See the trailer. 
Director: George Greenough
Australia, California, 1968, 68 mins.
• July 22 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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A mesmerizing surf masterpiece in three parts: chapter 1, chapter 2, and the beginning of the dawn. Director George Greenough chronicles ground zero evolution of the 1968 short board revolution. Viewers will experience the once remote and hidden beaches of Australia and California, and witness a brigade of underground surfers, including Bob McTavish, Ted Spencer, Baddy Treloar, Chris Brock, Gary Keys, and Russell Hughes. The film includes a vintage surf sound track with blues roots by The Farm.

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A food-and-sustainability break


Ingredients      See the trailer.
Director: Robert Bates
USA, 2010, 73 mins.
• July 23 at 4 p.m.
• August 10-12 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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Directed by part-time Hawaii resident Robert Bates and shot by Brian Kimmel (the two worked together on the 1999 PBS series The Kitchen Sessions With Charlie Trotter), Ingredients crisscrosses the country over the course of four growing seasons looking at the people working to reconnect local producers and communities—from the diversified farms of the Hudson River and Willamette Valleys, to urban food outposts in Harlem, to the kitchens of celeb chefs Alice Waters, Peter Hoffman and Greg Higgins.
Narrated by Bebe Neuwirth, the documentary reveals these local-food movement heroes’ challenges and their vision for a healthy, sustainable local-food paradigm. Ingredients gives viewers a new appreciation for their local farmers, and for food itself. 
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SURF FILM FESTIVAL CONTINUES


HAWAII PREMIERE
Somewhere Near Tapachula:
54 Mexican Kids, 37 Surf Boards, 2 Australian Parents        See the trailer.
Director: Stefan Hunt and Jonno Durrant
Mexico, 2009, 63 mins.
• July 27 at 1. 4, and 7:30 p.m.
• July 28 at 1 and 4 p.m.
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Pam and Alan Skuse, a couple from Australia, adopted 54  Mexican orph­­ans and not only cared for them, but taught them to surf. This inspiring film tells their story. The proceeds benefit Mision Mexico Children’s Refuge.

SOLD OUT!
WORLD PREMIERE (One screening only)
The Oxbow Watermen Experience         See the trailer.
Director: Johnny Decesare
USA, Tahiti, Micronesia, 2010, 45 mins.
• July 28 at 7:30 p.m.
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Some of the largest waves ever ridden arrived in the El Nino winter of 2009. On December 8, Laird Hamilton and top watermen Kai Lenny, Livi Siver, Duane Desoto, and Jason Polakow, converged on Peahi (also known as Jaws) off Maui’s North Shore to ride one of the biggest swells of the decade (66 feet). Filmed in five countries, The Watermen Experience travels to the Micronesia’s Pohnpei, the hollow barrels of Teahupoo, Tahiti, and to the ocean floor for Jason Polakow’s three-wave hold down at Peahi. The five watermen demonstrate how a lifetime playing in the ocean prepares you for that one awesome—sometimes death-defying—moment.
Reception sponsored by Oxbow from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for museum members; $12 for general public. Seats are limited. Please purchase your tickets in advance at our website http://honoluluacademy.tix.com or at the Doris Duke Theatre. 

HAWAII PREMIERE
Wake Unto Blue
Director: Bud Browne & Anna Trent Moore
USA, 2009, 45 mins.
• July 29 and 31 at 1, 4 , and 7:30 p.m.
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Anna Trent Moore, the daughter of surf legend Buzzy Trent, used archival footage from surf-film pioneer (and her dad’s pal) Bud Browne to create a poetic, moving film about early 1950s and 60s surfing. She has woven together vintage scenes of Makaha Bowl surfing, surfers in California, Gerry Lopez at his Pipeline zenith and other precious footage that hasn’t been seen in years. Anna Trent Moore will be available for a Q&A on Saturday, July 31 at 7:30 p.m.

Special thanks to Kona Brewing Co. and Barefoot Wine & Bubbly for sponsoring
beer, wine and bubbly for the opening reception of the 2010 Surf Film Festival

 


The Secret of Kells            See the trailer. 
Director: Tomm Moore
Ireland/France/Belgium, 2009, 75 mins.
In English, recommended for ages 6 to adult
• August 1-8 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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This Oscar-nominated animated film from the producers of Triplets of Belleville charmed a sold-out house at its premiere at Friends of Film Friday in April. Magic, fantasy, and Celtic mythology come together in a dazzling riot of color and detail, in a story about the power of imagination and faith to carry humanity through dark times.Young Brendan lives in a remote medieval outpost under siege from barbarian raids.But a new life of adventure beckons when a master illuminator arrives from foreign lands carrying an ancient but unfinished book, brimming with secret wisdom and powers.To help complete the book, Brendan has to overcome his deepest fears and venture into an enchanted forest where mythical creatures hide.

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‘OHINA SHORT FILM SHOWCASE               
• August 13: Opening reception 6-7:30 p.m. Screening at 7:30 p.m.
• August 14 at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
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After a four-year hiatus, the popular ‘Ohina Short Film Showcase is back. ‘Ohina means "the gathering" or "coming together" and this screening provides a venue for Hawai‘i’s filmmakers to collectively present their talents. Created to support Hawaii’s independent filmmakers, ‘Ohina Short Film Showcase is produced by a dedicated group of volunteers in the arts and film industry. ‘Ohina’s board of directors appointed an independent judging panel to select the films. The showcase will travel to Kona for a special showing at the historic Aloha Theatre on Sept. 18. 

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HAWAII PREMIERE
Mid-August Lunch       See the trailer.
Director: Gianni Di Gregorio
Italy, 2009, 75 mins.
• August 15, 17-21 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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The charismatic Gianni Di Gregorio (co-scenarist of the acclaimed Gomorrah) stars in his directorial debut—a warmly vibrant family drama and delicately balanced comedy of manners. Middle-aged Gianni resides with his 93-year-old mother in an ancient apartment. The condo debts are mounting, but if Gianni looks after the building manager’s mother during the Pranzo di Ferragosto (Italy’s biggest summer holiday—Feast of the Assumption), all will be forgiven. Then the manager shows up with an auntie, and a doctor friend appears with his mother. Can Gianni keep the four lively mamas happy? Winner of the Pasinetti Award for best film at the Venice Film Festival and the Satyajit Ray Award at the London Film Festival.

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HAWAII PREMIERE
Here and There    See the trailer.
USA, Serbia, 2009, 85 mins.
Serbo-Croatian with English subtitles
• August 24-29, 31 at 1, 4, and 7:30 p.m.
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In this ironic but gentle comedy, Robert, a jaded, middle-aged New Yorker and unemployed musician, goes to Serbia to make quick cash by marrying his acquaintance’s girlfriend so she can get her U.S. immigration papers. At the same time, Branko, a young Serbian immigrant, struggles to keep his head above water in New York while trying to reunite with his fiancé. But the plan goes awry when surly Robert’s promised cash doesn’t arrive and he begins to fall for Branko’s mother. Winner of 15 international awards, including the 2009 Tribeca International Film Festival award for Best New York Narrative.

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COMING UP:

The Immaculate Conception of Little Dizzle, Sept 2-8. See the trailer.

NY Export: Opus Jazz, featuring dancers from the New York City Ballet, Sept 21-25. See the trailer.

The Lost Colony (De Verloren Kolonie), world's oldest primate research facility, Oct 13, 19, 23. See the trailer.

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