As The Water Darkens
Pōʻele Wai
Synopsis
A weaver navigates between survival and her connection to the land while a mysterious rash grows on her body. While working as a cleaner, she becomes entranced by a mysterious painting and learns it is inspired by a Hawaiian creation story. As her rash worsens, she realizes her drinking water has been poisoned by fuel leaking into the island’s watersheds, and undergoes a major transformation.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers
Kunawai
Nanea Lum
The Artist / Kia'i
Kālikopuanoaheaokalani Aiu
Guardian / Kia'i
Sean Sugitan Childers
Guardian #2
Jasmine Reiko Healy
Guardian #3
Sarah Kamakawiwo'ole
The Friend
Jamal Mamalias
Groundskeeper / Eʻepa
Puakea Nogelmeier
Bus Public Service Announcement (voice)
Sancia Miala Shiba
Hala Picker #2
Josh Tengan
Hala Picker #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
Hawai‘i International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tiare Ribeaux
- Screenplay & Story
- Sebastian Galasso, Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers, Nanea Lum, Tiare Ribeaux
- Original Score
- Jason Chu, Ted de Oliveira
- Original Title
- Pōʻele Wai
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 19m
- Production Studios
- Lenape Creative Group, Yanasa Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tiare Ribeaux
Sebastian Galasso, Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers, Nanea Lum, Tiare Ribeaux
Jason Chu, Ted de Oliveira
Tiare Ribeaux
Sebastian Galasso, Jody Stillwater
Department Leadership Roster
Sebastian Galasso
Writer
Sebastian Galasso
Producer
Jody Stillwater
Producer
Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers
Costume Design
Tiare Ribeaux
Editor
Nanea Lum
Production Design
Tiare Ribeaux
Director
Jason Chu
Original Music Composer
Tiare Ribeaux
Production Design
Tiare Ribeaux
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for As The Water Darkens.
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Frequently Asked Questions About As The Water Darkens
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is As The Water Darkens about?
A weaver navigates between survival and her connection to the land while a mysterious rash grows on her body. While working as a cleaner, she becomes entranced by a mysterious painting and learns it is inspired by a Hawaiian creation story. As her rash worsens, she realizes her drinking water has been poisoned by fuel leaking into the island’s watersheds, and undergoes a major transformation.
Who directed As The Water Darkens?
As The Water Darkens was directed by Tiare Ribeaux.
Who stars in As The Water Darkens?
The principal cast of As The Water Darkens includes Lise Michelle Suguitan Childers, Nanea Lum, Kālikopuanoaheaokalani Aiu, Sean Sugitan Childers, Jasmine Reiko Healy.
When was As The Water Darkens released and how long is it?
As The Water Darkens was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 19m.
Who composed the musical score for As The Water Darkens?
The original motion picture soundtrack for As The Water Darkens was composed by Jason Chu, Ted de Oliveira.